Dr. Ryan Walker

About me

As the founder of Next Wave Kids, Dr. Ryan Walker is a fellowship-trained pediatric otolaryngologist with a passion for compassionate, individualized care.

After completing his medical education at Jefferson and an otolaryngology residency in Rochester, NY, Dr. Walker trained at the prestigious Boston Children’s Hospital, where he focused on pediatric feeding disorders such as ankyloglossia (tongue tie) and laryngeal cleft.

He has authored multiple research papers and book chapters, sharing his expertise regionally, nationally, and internationally. Since 2016, Dr. Walker has been providing exceptional care to children in South Jersey, earning the title of "Top Doc" every year since 2017.

Past experience

• Founder and lead specialist at Next Wave Kids.
• Extensive clinical and research focus on pediatric feeding disorders.
• Presented internationally on ENT innovations and advancements.
• Recognized as a “Top Doc” in pediatric care annually from 2017 to present.

Credentials

• Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University
• Residency: Otolaryngology, Rochester, NY
• Fellowship: Pediatric Otolaryngology, Boston Children’s Hospital