Dr. Katherine Williamson, Pediatrics
Katherine Williamson, MD
is on staff at
CHOC Mission Hospital
Specialty:
Board Certified:
Dr. Williamson attended medical school at the University of California San Francisco and did her residency training at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). She has been a leader in child advocacy since residency with the American Academy of Pediatrics where she has partnered with schools, the OC health care agency, and hospital leadership focused on enhancing children’s health in Orange County. She can sometimes be found on the news, radio, or podcasts educating the community on current health updates. She was awarded Pediatrician of the Year from the American Academy of Pediatrics Orange County chapter in 2022.
In the office, Dr. Williamson loves helping to take care of kids of all ages, and empowering kids and teens to understand their body and be the leader in their own health journey. Dr. Williamson feels humbled and inspired by the patients and families she serves. And she is honored to work alongside her SOCPA family who strive every day to make a positive difference in our patients’ lives.
Location
Southern Orange County Pediatric Associates
777 Corporate Dr, Suite 250
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
phone: 949-388-1798
Education
- Medical School
University of California, San Francisco, CA - Pediatrics Residency
CHOC Hospital, Orange, CA
Locations
Videos featuring Katherine Williamson, MD
Katherine Williamson, MD in the News
Healthcare
KNX News Radio: Daylight Saving Time might be impacting your kid more than you think
CHOC pediatrician Dr. Katherine Williamson discusses how daylight saving time impacts children and what parents can do to help.
CHOC Inside 
Healthcare
Today’s Parent: How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs – Elimination and Prevention Tips
Dr. Katherine Williamson, a CHOC pediatrician, discusses with Today’s Parent the health risks for children posed by bed bugs.
CHOC Inside 
Healthcare
How pediatricians can help teens get better sleep
While some families accept low sleep as a fact of life for teens, the American Academy of Pediatrics urges adolescents to prioritize sleep.
CHOC Pediatrica 
Healthcare
CHOC leaders observe International Women’s Day
Female CHOC physicians and nursing leaders share insight and words of encouragement to other women pursuing healthcare careers.
CHOC Pediatrica Podcasts featuring Katherine Williamson, MD
Nutrition
How to help your child safely lose weight
In this podcast, Dr. Katherine Williamson, a Pediatrician at CHOC, discusses how to manage your child’s eating habits while protecting a healthy body image.
CHOC Health