Dr. Jalan Burton, or Dr. J, as she loves to be called, is a pediatrician, public health champion, wife, and mother of three with over 15 years of experience in pediatrics, lactation medicine, children with special needs, public health, youth development, practice management, and managed care.
Dr. J is a proud graduate of the University of Virginia, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, and The George Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her pediatric internship and residency at the University of North Carolina’s Pediatric Primary Care Program. Prior to founding her own house call and telemedicine practice, she worked in community health, private practice, and as the Medical Director and Interim Chief Medical Officer for the DC Medicaid program for children with special needs.
Dr. J's philosophy is built around the belief that when families are truly supported they thrive and she is deeply committed to family wellness, physician wellness, and community building.