Tahira Adelekan, MD, Division Chief

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developmental pediatrics

expertise

global developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, genetic syndromes, academic success

bio

Tahira Adelekan is chief, division of development - behavioral pediatrics at Dayton Children's.

education and training

medical school: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
internship: The State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn
residency: The State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn
fellowship: The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
board certification: General pediatrics, developmental and behavioral pediatrics

publications and presentations

Use of an adaptive sensory environment in patients with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the perioperative environment: a parallel, randomized controlled trial; Sean Antosh, Chelsea Drenna, Adrienne Stolfi, Robin Lawson, Elise Huntley, Reaundra McCullough-Roach, Madelyn Hill, Tahira Adelekan, Shobhan Vachhrajani
Lipid Profiles of Children With Down Syndrome Compared With Their Siblings. Pediatrics. 2012 June; 129 (6).

awards, honors and organizations

American Academy of Pediatrics Society of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics member

get to know me

I chose my specialty because...

I am passionate about children with developmental disabilities.

I like working with kids because...

they are extremely resilient.

I chose to work at Dayton Children's because...

of the hospital's commitment to children and families.

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03/06/25

We love Dr. Adelekan. She has been with our family for many years. We value and respect her judgment and insight and have been blessed to have her as a part of our team.

03/06/25

Doctor A was incredible. She listened to everything I said. She took extra time to find us the help we need. We were never rushed. She was so patient and kind. My daughter and I had a wonderful experience. I'm beyond grateful for her help!!!

01/30/25

She is very professional. She is good at listening to parents about their kids care.

12/06/24

I feel that she was very warm, welcoming. I feel like she was a long lost aunt and I was just comfortable like she understood the complications of my day to day. Like she definitely takes time and consideration and she cares. It's not just a job. I definitely look forward to seeing her again.

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