Alexandra Tarasidis, DO

Dr. Tarasidis (she/her) is a board-certified pediatrician who joined Western Wake Pediatrics in September 2021. She attended Roanoke College in Salem, VA for her undergraduate degree, where she majored in Biology with a concentration in Anthropology. She then went to medical school at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA. She completed her pediatrics training and a year as Chief Resident at Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, NC.

For Dr. Tarasidis, one of the best things about pediatrics is the relationship that is built with patients and their families and the individualized care those relationships help to create. Her greatest joy as a pediatrician is supporting and caring for children as they grow from infants to adolescents. Dr. Tarasidis has a passion for caring for children with chronic medical conditions, early childhood development, weight management, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Dr. Tarasidis grew up in Virginia as the oldest of three children. She was raised on a farm with many different animals, including cows, horses, llamas, chickens, and more. In her spare time, she loves to travel and explore new cities with her husband. She enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and spending time with her family.