Dr. Tawfik Z. Ramadan, MD

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Get to know Pediatrician Dr. Tawfik Z. Ramadan, who sees patients in Ada, Oklahoma.

An experienced and knowledgeable pediatrician, Dr. Ramadan is the President of Southern Oklahoma Pediatrics in Ada, Oklahoma. From routine checkups to immunizations, he provides primary care for children of all ages, from newborns to teens. 

At Southern Oklahoma Pediatrics, the skilled team of Ada pediatricians offers comprehensive medical care for infants, children and adolescents. Conveniently located in the heart of Ada, the courteous and knowledgeable staff works hard from first contact to make every visit to the office positive.

“Whether it’s your child’s first visit to our Ada office, or just a routine well–child checkup, we strive to make sure you and your child are always comfortable and informed. We take the time to talk with parents to help you understand your child’s needs, and we equip you with the knowledge necessary for promoting a lifetime of optimal health and wellness” as stated on their website. 

Back in 1961, Dr. Ramadan graduated with his medical degree from the Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University in Egypt. He then relocated to the United States, completing his residency in pediatrics and his fellowship in neonatal-perinatal medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 1978 and 1980, respectively. 

With years of experience, the doctor is board-certified in pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The mission of the ABP is to advance child health by certifying pediatricians who meet standards of excellence and are committed to continuous learning and improvement.

A Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he is a member of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the Oklahoma State Medical Association.

Licensed to practice medicine in Oklahoma, Dr. Ramadan is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith and Mercy Hospital Ada. He is also the Founder and Coordinator of Outreach Clinic, a volunteer physician at Compassionate Clinic, a team member for Physicians for Peace, and on the Board of Directors of The Jerusalem Fund for Education and Community Development.

Previously, he was the director in the development and establishment of a pediatric ward and NICU at Valley View Regional Hospital. 

Pediatrics is the field of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends individuals be under pediatric care up to the age of 21. Pediatricians provide medical care to people ranging in age from newborns to young adults. They are trained to examine, diagnose, and treat children with a wide variety of injuries and illnesses through all of their developmental stages, as they grow and mature.

On a more personal note, Dr. Ramadan is fluent in both English and Arabic.

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