About
Dr. Allie Effron is a board-certified pediatrician and the founder of Greater Cleveland Pediatrics in Pepper Pike, Ohio. She earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Michigan and her MD from The Ohio State University. She completed her residency training in pediatrics back at The University of Michigan. Dr. Effron also holds certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), a credential rare among pediatricians. She includes lactation support and breastfeeding guidance as core services within her practice.
Dr. Effron holds admitting privileges at University Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital. She holds newborn nursery privileges at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and University Hospital MacDonald Women's Hospital, allowing her to care for newborns from their very first hours. She has full access to medical records at University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Akron Children's. Her clinical passions include newborn care, lactation support, and care coordination for children with complex diagnoses. She sits on the floor with her patients during exams and makes balloon animals at appointments. Cleveland Magazine named her a Top Doctor in Pediatrics. Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine awarded her Best Pediatric Practice in 2022. The Ohio Lactation Consultant Association named her Most Breastfeeding Supportive Pediatric Physician in 2022.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The University of Michigan, BS
Medical School
The Ohio State University, MD
Residency
The University of Michigan
Certifications
Who is Dr. Effron right for?
Dr. Effron is an excellent fit for families who want direct, personal access to their child's pediatrician. New parents and breastfeeding mothers benefit especially from her dual credentials as a pediatrician and IBCLC. Families navigating complex or multi-specialist diagnoses rely on her care coordination approach. Parents of newborns appreciate her home visit policy and hospital nursery privileges at two Cleveland-area hospitals. Her low-stress, playful exam style makes her a strong match for young children and anxious kids who find doctor visits intimidating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Effron provides full-scope primary care pediatrics from birth through college. She treats common illnesses, manages chronic conditions, and conducts well-child visits and developmental screenings. She also delivers specialized lactation support and breastfeeding guidance, a service she provides as a credentialed IBCLC.
Yes. Dr. Effron holds board certification in pediatrics. She also holds certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), making her one of a small number of pediatricians who carry both credentials.
Dr. Effron earned her undergraduate degree at The University of Michigan and her MD at The Ohio State University. She completed her pediatric residency at The University of Michigan.
Yes. Dr. Effron is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in addition to being a board-certified pediatrician. She includes lactation consulting within the membership, so families receive breastfeeding support directly from their child's doctor.
Dr. Effron holds newborn nursery privileges at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital and University Hospital MacDonald Women's Hospital. If you deliver at either location, she will care for your baby during the newborn stay. If you deliver elsewhere, she will stay in close contact with the care team at that hospital.
Yes. Dr. Effron makes house calls and includes home visits at no extra charge for all newborns during the first three months of life. Families within a 25-minute drive of the Pepper Pike office qualify for this benefit. For older children, she conducts home visits at her discretion or for an additional fee.
Dr. Effron gives patients her direct phone number and remains available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parents reach her directly without navigating a phone tree or speaking to an unknown triage service. She has responded to after-hours calls with same-evening house visits when needed.
Cleveland Magazine named Dr. Effron a Top Doctor in Pediatrics. Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine recognized Greater Cleveland Pediatrics as Best Pediatric Practice in 2022. The Ohio Lactation Consultant Association named her Most Breastfeeding Supportive Pediatric Physician in 2022.
Dr. Effron designs her visits to feel low-stress and enjoyable for kids. She sits on the floor with patients during exams and keeps toys in the office. She is also known for making balloon animals during appointments. Her goal is to make doctor visits feel safe and even fun for young patients.
Yes. Care coordination for children with complex or multi-specialist diagnoses is a core part of Dr. Effron's practice. She actively communicates with outside specialists and hospitalists throughout a child's care. She also has full access to medical records at University Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Akron Children's to support that coordination.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026