Jeffrey Dayton
About Jeffrey Dayton
Jeffrey Dayton is an attending pediatric cardiologist currently practicing at Atlantic Health System, where he also serves as the Medical Director of Fetal Cardiology. He previously held various academic and clinical positions at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital over a span of more than a decade.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Jeffrey Dayton currently serves as an Attending Pediatric Cardiologist at Atlantic Health System, a position he has held since 2022. In addition to his role as an attending physician, he is also the Medical Director of Fetal Cardiology, overseeing specialized care for fetal patients. His work focuses on providing comprehensive cardiac care to pediatric patients and enhancing the quality of services offered in the field of pediatric cardiology.
Previous Experience at Weill Cornell Medicine
Prior to his current position, Jeffrey Dayton worked at Weill Cornell Medicine for a decade, from 2010 to 2020, as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology. He later took on the role of Director of Medical Student and Resident Education within the same division from 2018 to 2022. He also served as an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and Associate Director of the Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship during his tenure at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Dayton earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo - School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, completing his studies from 2000 to 2004. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from Cornell University, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His medical training includes a Pediatrics Residency Program at Emory University School of Medicine from 2004 to 2007 and a Clinical Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons from 2007 to 2010.
Experience at New York-Presbyterian Hospital
From 2010 to 2022, Jeffrey Dayton served as an Attending Pediatrician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. During this 12-year period, he provided clinical care to pediatric patients and contributed to the hospital's mission of delivering high-quality healthcare. His extensive experience in pediatric medicine complements his specialized focus in pediatric cardiology.