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Conditions I specialize in
  • Pediatrics

Dr. Erin O’Donnell loves working with children and helping them grow into strong adults. As a mother herself, she understands how important a child’s health and well-being is to parents. She strives to promote her patients’ health from a holistic standpoint, putting the needs of her patients and their families first.

Dr. O’Donnell sees children from newborns through college age for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illness. Board-certified and experienced in pediatric emergency medicine, she also performs simple procedures like stitches for minor cuts, removal of foreign bodies and temporary splinting. Dr. O’Donnell creates an inviting and positive environment for all ages to feel comfortable and supported. She listens carefully to concerns, questions and insights, recognizing that parents know their child best. She enjoys educating patients and families about their health, from prevention to condition management. She encourages patients to read, explore their curiosities and find a passion to pursue.

A Maryland native, Dr. O’Donnell met her husband while serving her residency in Cincinnati. They have two children. She is involved in their church community and children’s daycare. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, hiking, biking, travel. She also loves to draw.

Practice Focus • Newborn care • Common childhood illnesses, like viral infections, ear infections, rashes • Well-child visits, preventive medicine and immunizations • Sports physicals • Developmental screenings • Adolescent care • Asthma and other respiratory ailments • Obesity and nutrition counseling • Behavioral problems • Mental health, including anxiety and depression • Minor injuries and lacerations, suturing and wound care

Education

  • Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science | Medical School, 2014
    Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center | Residency, 2017
  • Johns Hopkins Childrens Center | Fellowship, 2020

Certifications

  • American Board of Pediatrics | Other, 2017
  • American Board of Emergency Medicine | Other, 2021

Ratings and Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 / 5 (66 ratings, 10 comments)
Comments from patients
  • 4.5 / 5
    Our doctor will be recommending but not some staff
    Reviewed January 17, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    The doctor took her time to really explain everything and educate us. She was wonderful!
    Reviewed January 05, 2026
  • 5 / 5
    Dr O'Donnell is amazing. My daughter felt comfortable talking to her and listened to all for her advice she is hands down one of the best pediatricians I have met
    Reviewed September 28, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    Good experience
    Reviewed September 24, 2025
  • 5 / 5
    We have never loved a Doctor as much as Dr. Erin ODonnell! I'm so grateful the last few years of my daughter's childhood she is being cared for by such a kind and thoughtful person.
    Reviewed September 24, 2025
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