About
Dr. Angela Tallon is a board-certified pediatrician with over a decade of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She completed her residency in pediatrics at Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids. Before founding Spirit Pediatrics in 2023, she practiced primary care at Trinity Health Grand Haven.
Dr. Tallon spent four years working in child abuse and neglect medicine. That experience shaped her understanding of foster children and children navigating complex trauma. She also works periodically as a locum tenens pediatrician in hospital birthing units on weekends. Her care philosophy is holistic and family-centered; she focuses on knowing each family well enough to guide them through medical, emotional, and developmental challenges. At home in Allendale, Michigan, she raises four daughters and shares her house with two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels named George and Henry. Her family spends summers camping across Michigan and visiting Florida.
Education & Training
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Residency
Pediatrics, Corewell Health (formerly Spectrum Health) Helen DeVos Children's Hospital
Additional Training
4 years of experience in child abuse and neglect medicine; locum tenens pediatrician in hospital birthing units
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tallon right for?
Dr. Tallon is a strong fit for families seeking a primary care physician who knows their child as an individual. Her experience in child abuse and neglect medicine makes her especially well-suited to foster families and children with complex trauma histories. Parents managing ADHD, mental health concerns, or developmental questions will find her approach thorough and supportive. She also serves newborns and infants well, with coaching in lactation and early childhood nutrition included in her membership.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tallon treats the full range of pediatric primary care needs, from acute illness to chronic conditions. Her focused areas include ADHD management, mental health visits, and care for children with complex trauma backgrounds. She also supports families with nutritional concerns, weight management, and infant feeding.
Yes. Dr. Tallon holds board certification in pediatrics. She completed her residency training at Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and has practiced clinical pediatrics for over a decade.
Dr. Tallon earned her medical degree at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She completed her pediatrics residency at Corewell Health (formerly Spectrum Health) Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids.
Yes. Dr. Tallon spent four years practicing child abuse and neglect medicine. That background gives her a strong foundation for caring for foster children and children who have experienced complex trauma.
Dr. Tallon takes a holistic, family-centered approach. She prioritizes getting to know each family deeply so she can guide them through medical, emotional, and developmental challenges. She built Spirit Pediatrics around the idea of a true medical home for West Michigan families.
Yes. Spirit Pediatrics includes direct communication with Dr. Tallon by text or phone. Members do not need to navigate a phone tree or repeat their concerns to multiple staff members before reaching her.
Yes. Dr. Tallon cares for children from birth through young adulthood. The membership tier structure includes specific guidance for the newborn period and the first two years of life, with well visit schedules tailored to each developmental stage.
Yes. Parenting coaching is included in the Spirit Pediatrics membership. Dr. Tallon also offers lactation coaching, nutritional guidance, and holistic parenting courses for families who want deeper engagement with child wellness topics.
Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026