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Rebecca A. Dandoy, MD
Dr. Dandoy was raised in Columbus, Ohio and then later moved to Akron, Ohio. She graduated from the University of Michigan and received her M.D. Degree at Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine. Her husband Chris is a Bone Marrow Transplant Oncologist at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center. They reside in Franklin with their two daughters, Chloe and Camillia. And she loves her two dogs, Crosby and Sprout. Dr. Dandoy loves dogs and llamas. Her hobby is running the office, and her kids would say “cleaning.” Dr. Dandoy LOVES Dairy Queen! She has been with CMC since 2011.
Diana E. Small, MD
Dr. Small as been with Children’s Medical Center since 1995. Dr. Small received her medical degree from Medical College of Ohio in Toledo, Ohio in 1981 and completed her residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital in Akron, Ohio in 1984. Dr. Small live in Madison Township with her beloved Sheltie Dog Henry. She makes the best Elderberry Syrup!
Lauren Fryman, FNP
Lauren grew up here in Middletown, Ohio, on a farm. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Thomas More University in 2021. She worked as an RN here at CMC and then went on to get her Masters of Science in Nursing from Northern Kentucky University and became a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2025. She lives in Hamilton, Ohio and enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and golden retriever.
Alex Witmer PA-C
Alex was raised in Grand Island, Nebraska. He received his Bachelor of Science from Briar Cliff University in Sioux City, Iowa. In 2013, he joined the Air Force and served as an Aerospace Medical Technician for 4 years. He then went on to obtain his Master of Science-Physician Assistant Degree from Nova Southeastern University in Orlando, Florida. Alex is a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). He lives in Liberty Township, enjoys golfing, is a Foodie and Loves spending time with his Wife and Two Daughters.
Jennifer Adams, NP
Jennifer has 10 years of nursing experience and a nursing degree from Youngstown State University. Jenn is passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children and their families. As a Family Nurse Practitioner, she strives to make healthcare personal, approachable, and even a little fun. Outside of work, she enjoys running, fitness, being a mom to her 2 kiddos, and staying fueled by coffee and humor!