Amit Salkar, M.D.

Dr. Salkar is a board-certified general pediatrician. He grew up in Peachtree City, GA. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Georgia with a Bachelors in Biological Engineering, Dr. Salkar went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from Mercer University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training in General Pediatrics at the University of Texas at Austin and subsequently served as Chief Resident. Prior to joining East Cobb Pediatrics, Dr. Salkar practiced General Pediatrics at Austin Regional Clinic in Kyle, Texas.

“I chose my career in Pediatrics because I enjoy working with children. Being a pediatrician is an honor and a privilege, and I have the satisfaction of watching children grow and helping them overcome illness.”

Dr. Salkar lives in Brookhaven, GA with his family. He enjoys listening to audiobooks, exercising, and practicing yoga and meditation.

Location(s)

Marietta

Education

Residency in Pediatrics 2010-2014
Chief Resident
University of Texas
Austin, Texas

M.D. 2010
Mercer University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA

B.S. in Biological Engineering 2005
University of Georgia
Athens, Georgia

Special Interests

TBD

Personal Affiliations

Member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (A.A.P.)
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (C.H.O.A.)

Hobbies

Audiobooks
Exercising
Yoga
Meditation

Language(s)

English

Taking New Patients?

Yes

Patient Recommended

“Dr. Salkar is a great doctor. He is considerate, kind and very thoughtful. We reallly appreciate all he has done providing medical attention to our daughter.”

★★★★★

“Highly professional staff! The nurses and support staff is amazing. My son liked Dr. Salkar a lot
Very caring people!”

★★★★★