Our developmental-behavioral pediatrics faculty, fellows + successful alumni
Our faculty are national leaders in developmental-behavioral pediatrics who bring deep expertise, warmth and curiosity to their work. Fellows work closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, speech-language pathologists, educators and other specialists who are committed to improving care for children and families.
We’re a small, collaborative team that values mentorship, innovation and advocacy. Fellows receive personalized guidance and build strong relationships across disciplines. Many of our faculty are active in research, policy and medical education, offering fellows the opportunity to explore diverse career paths and interests.
Our alumni have gone on to successful careers in academic medicine, clinical leadership, research, advocacy and education. Whether they’re leading programs, shaping policy or providing care in diverse communities, they carry forward our shared commitment to advancing developmental-behavioral care.
Our people share a deep commitment to advancing health equity, supporting families and shaping the future of developmental-behavioral pediatrics. You’ll be part of a team that listens closely, thinks creatively and always puts the needs of children first.
Faculty
Erik von Hahn, MD
Expertise: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, School consultation and collaboration
Clinical Titles: Division Chief, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Tufts Medical Center
Academic Titles: Associate Professor, Pediatrics, Tufts University School of Medicine
Carol Baumgupta, MD
Expertise: Early Childhood and School-Aged Children, Literacy
Clinical Titles: Director of Training, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Tufts Medical Center; Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
Academic Titles: Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, Tufts University School of Medicine
L. Kari Hironaka, MD, MPH
Expertise: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Resilience
Clinical Titles: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
Lynne Kramer, MD
Clinical Titles: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
Monica Ultmann, MD
Expertise: Autism, Literacy, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental-Behavioral
Academic Titles: Clinical Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine
Kathleen Reilly, SLP, MS, MA
Expertise: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Diagnostics of Language Learning Disorders, Communication Disorders, Child Apraxia of Speech, Autism, Literacy, Pragmatics
Academic Titles: Clinical Instructor, Tufts University School of Medicine
Kayla McOsker, LICSW
Expertise: Child Mental Health, Early Childhood Development, Autism, ADHD, Community Resources
Clinical Titles: Clinical Social Worker
