Dr Periyanayagam, or 'Dr Uma' as she prefers to be called, is a true Southern girl and Wildcat at heart.  She attended the University of Kentucky and completed her Pediatric specialty medical training at Oakland University William Beaumont Hospital School of Medicine in 2011.  Dr Uma is passionate about improving ALL health parameters in all children.  She believes Preventative Medicine is the heart of Pediatrics.  Dr Uma specializes in the care of children from birth to age 21.  Special interests include newborn care, autism/ASD spectrum disorders, obesity, and Adolescent Medicine.  When not at the office, Dr Uma enjoys writing, tennis, and spending time with her husband, son and daughter.  She believes it really does take a village to raise a child, and is looking forward to being a part of yours!  Dr Uma is board-certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics and International Board of Lactation Consultants.  ​​