4.5
21 Ratings with 13 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Byron C. Cotton is a Board-Certified pediatrician and adolescent‐medicine specialist with more than 20 years of experience caring for children and families in Alabama and Georgia. In 2006, he founded Kids & Teens Primary Healthcare, where he continues to practice and to teach Emory University medical students and Grady Health System residents. An active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Adolescent Medicine, Dr. Cotton emphasizes healthy lifestyle habits—balanced nutrition, regular physical activity—and builds community partnerships to ensure that every child has access to high-quality, compassionate care.His comprehensive, family-centered approach follows the AAP’s standard of care and includes:Preventive services and immunizationManagement of common acute illnesses (e.g., colds, flu, strep throat, bronchiolitis, tonsillitis, conjunctivitis, feverTreatment of chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, …developmental and learning disabilities, heart disease)Evaluation and care for infections (ear, urinary tract, whooping coughGuidance and treatment for abdominal painBurn and sports-injury careCancer screening and coordination of complex careDr. Cotton tailors each visit to the individual child—carefully examining the patient, addressing family concerns, and delivering expert medical advice with a strong emphasis on disease prevention and healthy living.
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- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Henry Ford Health System
- 13 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Kids And Teens Primary Healthcare
2785 Lawrenceville Hwy Ste 207Decatur, GA 30033Mon8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Adolescent Medicine | Pediatrics | Infectious Disease | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Byron Cedric Cotton
Medical Specialties
Dr. Byron Cedric Cotton has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Byron Cedric Cotton has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
Dr. Byron Cedric Cotton holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia. They are board certified in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and board certified in Adolescent Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Medical License
Medical Doctors with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Henry Ford Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1985.
NPI Number
Dr. Cotton's NPI number is 1619927878.
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