What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.75
Average wait time
4.41
Bedside manner
4.82
“Dr. Cotton is an extraordinary doctor. My son is college age now and nearing the end of his time with Dr. Cotton, but we've been blessed to have had him as his pediatrician since before elementary school. He has seen him through all his childhood stages and helped manage his adolescence well, answering all my son's (and our) questions as he aged. He truly cares about his patients, and has the best demeanor with children and is a calming presence with their parents. He is a physician as well as mentor. I strongly recommend Dr. Cotton for anyone seeking a pediatrician for children of any age. ”
Initials hiddenLess than 1 year ago
“Excellent. Always professional and we leave feeling cared for. This has been the case for over fifteen years!!”
Alison T.March 21, 2025
About Dr. Byron Cotton
Dr. Byron C. Cotton has provided medical care for children and families in Alabama and Georgia for over 20 years. He is a native of Headland, Alabama. Dr. Cotton obtained a bachelors of science from Bethune-Cookman in 1978 and earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College in 1985. He completed his residency in Pediatrics at Henry Ford Hospital in Michigan and received a fellowship in Adolescent Medicine from the University of Alabama; during which time he was awarded the CMFDP Postdoctoral Fellowship Award.
Dr. Cotton is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine. He founded Kids & Teens Primary Healthcare in 2006 where he currently practices. He teaches residents from Grady Health System and Medical Students from Emory University. He is a member of professional organizations to include the American Academy of Pediatrics and Society of Adolescent Medicine.
Dr. Cotton has continued to dedicate himself to his patients and the community; to his merit he was recently recognized as one of “Atlanta’s Top Doctors” in Atlanta Magazine’s July 2009 through July 2017 issue. He has held clinical appointments with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Egleston Health Care System. His area of expertise is pediatrics and adolescent medicine; nonetheless he has a long time professional interest in asthma and obesity. He is a board member for the Center Helping Obesity in Children End Successfully Inc. (C.H.O.I.C.E.S.).
In his spare time, Dr. Cotton enjoys cycling, hiking, and rock climbing among other activities. Dr. Cotton stresses the importance of the role of lifestyle, such as diet and physical activity, to his patients and caregivers. He strives to build community relationships to ensure access to quality pediatric medical care for local resi
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston
Board certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Adolescent Medicine (Pediatrics)
Education and training
- Medical School - Meharry Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
- Henry Ford Hospital, Residency in Pediatrics
- University of Alabama, Birmingham, Fellowship in Adolescent Medicine
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics
Awards and publications
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- CMFDP Postdoctoral Fellowship Award
- “Atlanta’s Top Doctors” in Atlanta Magazine
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1619927878
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.75
Wait time
4.41
Bedside manner
4.82
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305 reviews
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Excellent. Always professional and we leave feeling cared for. This has been the case for over fifteen years!!
March 21, 2025Alison T.Verified patient
My son and husband spoke highly of the doctor and staff's appearance, cleanliness, and help throughout the entire process.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The office was organized, we were seen quickly without any delays. The staff was professional and hospitable. Great job!
June 15, 2022Initials hidden
My visits are always thorough; I don't have any unanswered questions when I leave. I never feel "brushed off" or "un-heard".
October 7, 2011DA
Great office second visit they communicate very well before and during the appointment thank you so much!
August 5, 2023Initials hidden
This was an awesome experience for me and my grandson. Such Professionals and very helpful with everything.
February 25, 2022Nacshon Y.Verified patient
Very professional and detailed. I’m so glad we found him and I’m excited to bring my future children to him.
November 9, 2018Initials hidden
It was the first appointment that I had. Haven’t yet had a chance to feel how the office really works.
March 10, 2022Cherish F.Verified patient
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Dr. Cotton was awesome!
February 12, 2025Roxan P.Verified patient
100/100 recommend ! All staff were friendly and attentive ! Very warming welcoming ! Thank you !
January 19, 2023Brittany H.Verified patient
The wait time is horrible, they book to many people to close together so my wait time was very long.
October 20, 2015Initials hidden
Dr. Cotton was friendly and very knowledgeable. His staff was very kind and professional.
January 30, 2023Yanick W.Verified patient
Very good and friendly also right on point and I will recommend to friends staff also excellent
July 3, 2012Tamika W.Verified patient
Dr. Cotton is great!!! Long wait time but a lot of kids are coming in for school check ups.
July 17, 2014Initials hidden
Very personalable, professional and great with engaging my son, made us both comfortable
February 19, 2016Marley C.Verified patient
Great doctor...very thorough and seems to be genuinely interested in my child's future.
September 8, 2015Simeon R.Verified patient
Very short wait time. Dr. Cotton was informational, kind, and great with our child
December 15, 2021Kambry W.Verified patient
It went very well. I like that this office offers late appointment times.
January 3, 2012Anita T.Verified patient
Love Dr. Cotton. Have been seeing him since my 16 year old was a newborn.
June 19, 2018Konner B.Verified patient
Excellent service, communication and I would definitely recommend
August 18, 2022Sabryia R.Verified patient
Excellent with patients he takes the time to communicate with his teens
June 26, 2012Chantemeekki S.Verified patient
I’ve been coming since my son was born so definitely love Dr. Cotton!
More than 1 year agoDominique B.Verified patient
Awesome staff and an awesome doctor yes I would defiantly go back ??
April 13, 2021Nora R.Verified patient
Great, my three kids saw him and like him and the staff in his office.
May 14, 2012Dorian J.Verified patient
Very great with my son. I'm defiantly happy with him as his doctor!
June 18, 2014Donald D.Verified patient
He’s great as usual. Daughter has been going here since she was 4.
April 28, 2020Shevon T.Verified patient
He’s awesome and so is his staff! Been going there for 4 years!
April 23, 2018Shevon T.Verified patient
The were very knowledgeable and showed great concern for Zaria.
January 21, 2016Zaria R.Verified patient
great. I would more than likely go back to dr. Byron cotton
December 4, 2013Neveah S.Verified patient
He is amazing...his staff leaves something to be desired.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Cotton is awesome!! The rest of the staff are as well.
January 26, 2015Isaiah G.Verified patient
Always on the job
December 12, 2025Sheridan J.Verified patient
Dr. Cotton is an extraordinary doctor. My son is college age now and nearing the end of his time with Dr. Cotton, but we've been blessed to have had him as his pediatrician since before elementary school. He has seen him through all his childhood stages and helped manage his adolescence well, answering all my son's (and our) questions as he aged. He truly cares about his patients, and has the best demeanor with children and is a calming presence with their parents. He is a physician as well as mentor. I strongly recommend Dr. Cotton for anyone seeking a pediatrician for children of any age.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My childs doctor listened to my concerns, observed things i never noticed, was honest and respectful, was very thorough in last details. I was late and the office had no issues working with me and assisting me with next schedule dates!
October 3, 2024Grayson R.Verified patient
They are very thorough from the time that you check in til the time that you leave. The doctors really do address any concerns that you have and they do recommend follow-up visits in regards to any issues that you may have.
September 19, 2024Leonard T.Verified patient
I’m new in town. I needed form filled for my son’s school. I booked the earliest appointment available but was told I didn’t have on when I arrived. They saw me as a walkin which took much longer. I was not seen until 2 hours later. Staff was great. I got all my forms completed. I would not recommend booking through zocdoc. But it was helpful tool to help me find a doctor.
August 19, 2024Jacob C.Verified patient
Only thing i don’t like is they require the kids to get tested to many times it’s not right bc some people don’t believe in the conspiracy my kids has to suffer and not get seen bc the inconvenience
January 10, 2024Heaven S.Verified patient
very attentive and caring gentleman
May 22, 2023Wash C.Verified patient
We immediately changed providers after visiting Dr Cotton, would not recommend.
Started with having to stand over the nurse while filling out initial paperwork because she would fill it out incorrectly.
They told us our insurance did not cover my son, so we had to pay out of pocket upfront. No big, but when I called my insurance company to get reimbursed, they said my son was covered 30 days after birth and it wasn’t denied, they paid the claim that was submitted.
Then we started dealing with jaundice. Dr Cotton spent more time on feeding a baby from a cup (??) than he did explaining our sons jaundice and what we should expect. Advice was to get him sunshine (it was raining that week) and pooping more (when asked how, he said feed him)
On the second blood draw for the jaundice test it took 6 people 30 minutes and 5 pricks to squeeze blood.
Left deciding to move providers, and it took 4 requests to get our records to the new pediatrician, including two in person requests.
March 22, 2023John N.Verified patient
Dr cotton and his staff are world class patient centered care. He was thorough with my 16 yr old son and patient. Gave sound professional treatment and advice. My son financially has a pediatrician I trust.
March 17, 2023Chunika D.Verified patient
I would recommend Dr. Bryon Cotton to any parent with a child or teen. My son was seen promptly, and the doctor was extremely knowledgeable and patient at the visit. Dr. Cotto did not rush the visit and answered every single question. All of the assistants and medical professionals were poise and friendly. I rarely write reviews as I am always on the move and busy, but I really wanted to take a moment and share how great of an experience we've had at Dr.Cottons office today. Trust me, try out the facility. You too, will fall in love with the friendly and courteous staff, just as I did.
March 16, 2023Krystal W.Verified patient
Dr. Cotton treats my son as though he is a member of his family. He is friendly and very attentive. He addresses all concerns and treats each with knowledge and professionalism.
March 11, 2023Carolyn K.Verified patient
Nice pediatricians office although the outside of the building left something to be desired. We were seen right away. The many text messages for registration and appointment reminders made it easy to just walk on in , because my paperwork was already completed. Friendly staff. Although they need a bit more training in drawing blood from little kids. My child had to be stuck more than once. The nurses could not find a vein and caused a great deal of pain sticking my child. Dr. Cotton is a seasoned professional, so with that comes years of knowledge and experience as well as his personal opinions about how one should parent their children. He draws contrast to how he parents his own, which some might consider a bit off-putting. No one likes to be told what they need to do better as parent. No matter how well-intended. We are all doing the best we can. Overall, I would book an appointment again. The most important thing is my child liked the doctors office.
February 17, 2023Beau F.Verified patient
The gentle reminders of documents to bring before the appointment helped the process go so smoothly! My 17 year old son said that he enjoyed his visit (he never said that about a doc visit ever before ??) as the wait time wasn’t long and everyone was so friendly in the office.
July 6, 2022Alexis P.Verified patient
My husband was pleased with the interaction at this office. That’s rare because we’re very picky. We’ll be certain to book our other kids with them.
June 28, 2022Alma-kamila H.Verified patient
My son has been seeing Dr. Cotton since 2014. We love it here! Wait time is usually quick! Dr. Cotton takes his time to listen and thoroughly explain everything.
June 1, 2022Rashonda Y.Verified patient
10/10 highly recommend
March 26, 2022Larenzo G.Verified patient
Highly recommend! I was very satisfied with our visit today. Great bedside manners. Goes above and beyond. Great communication, and explains everything well. Glad we found a pediatrician we can grow with !!! Thank you Dr. Cotton and Staff.
March 2, 2022Chelsey W.Verified patient
I was very pleased not only with the staff but the doctor himself. He was so friendly and very well in tune with my toddler.! I was very very well pleased.
March 2, 2022Equilla P.Verified patient
Dr. Alana Burns is awesome! My son is comfortable speaking with her and helping with any issues we may have. She communicates with us very well and helps make gameplans for my son to achieve his health goals.
January 22, 2022Courtney S.Verified patient
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Which hospital is Dr. Byron Cotton affiliated with?
Dr. Byron Cotton is affiliated with Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston.
What practice does Dr. Byron Cotton work with?
Dr. Byron Cotton works with Kids and Teens Primary Healthcare.
Where is Dr. Byron Cotton's office located?
Dr. Byron Cotton has 2 office locations in Decatur, view full addresses on Dr. Cotton's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Cotton have?
Dr. Byron Cotton is certified by American Board of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine (Pediatrics).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Byron Cotton?
Dr. Byron Cotton frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Physical, Illness, Pediatric Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Byron Cotton on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Byron Cotton speak?
Dr. Byron Cotton speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Byron Cotton in reviews?
305 patients have reviewed Dr. Byron Cotton. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.75/5. They have a 4.82/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.41/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.