Dr. Cherilyn Davis, MD

Who is Dr. Davis, Pediatrician in New York City, NY?

Dr. Cherilyn Davis (Cecchini) is a board-certified pediatrician. She received a Bachelor of Science from The Pennsylvania State University before earning her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College, and graduated with honors in pediatrics. While there, she was inducted into the Hobart Armory Hare Medical Honor Society, which recognizes professional excellence in medical education.

Dr. Davis completed residency training in pediatrics at Children’s National Hospital, which has recently been ranked as the 5th best children’s hospital according to U.S. News and World. She received the Susan L. Ivey Courage to Lead Award and the 2022 AMWA (American Medical Women’s Association) Inspire Award to recognize her meaningful contributions towards the advancement of women in medicine. The main focus of her academic research was patient-provider communication, which informs her approach to pediatric care today.

On top of providing pediatric care, Dr. Davis has held important health communications roles at various agencies, including LifeSci Communications and as Partner at FINN Partners. She is also recognized as a medical expert, author, and influencer for her commentary in popular media outlets like Parents, Good Housekeeping, Care.com, The Washington Post, the Strategist, Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) News, What to Expect, Celebrity Parents Magazine, Romper, GoodRx, and others.

From enjoying track and field days in High School to regular runs around the city, Dr. Davis enjoys an active life in NYC. She even met her husband through a co-ed soccer team, and they continue to play together today. Dr. Davis is loving her “Auntie era” with three active nephews who keep her on her toes!