Dr. Nylander grew up locally in Laguna Hills and has been a highly experienced and beloved pediatrician in South Orange County for over 20 years.

After receiving her undergraduate degree from Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, she moved to Portland, Oregon where she worked in medical research. Dr. Nylander then attended medical school at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine before moving back to Southern California for her residency in pediatrics at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Upon completion of her residency, she was the recipient of both the Pediatric Primary Care Award and the Golden Apple Teaching Award.

Dr. Nylander is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is also a UCLA-certified lactation educator and has special interests in infant and child development and breastfeeding support. Dr. Nylander is often recognized for her calm and caring demeanor, and she especially enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients’ and their families.

Dr. Nylander lives with her husband, their two teenagers, and two dogs. In her free time, you will find her spending time at home with her family, taking walks or swimming.