Alia M Elnaji, DO

Hi, my name is Dr. Elnaji, a general pediatrician at UF Health Pediatrics in Ocala. I earned my medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed my residency in pediatrics at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami.

My passion for pediatrics stems from the incredible resilience of children and the belief that the foundation for lifelong health begins in childhood. I am committed to preventing chronic illness by promoting wellness early in life, and I consider it a privilege to contribute to the health and well-being of the next generation. Pediatrics, to me, is of most hopeful and impactful fields in medicine.

My goal is to help build a healthier future by empowering families and supporting children through every stage of development. I strive to be a trusted partner to parents-one who listens, validates their concerns and provides honest, transparent medical guidance rooted in evidence-based care.

While my interests within General Pediatrics are broad, I have a particular focus on preventive medicine. I value routine screenings and proactive conversations around long-term health goals to help children grow into healthy adults.

Outside of medicine, I’m deeply family oriented. I cherish the time spent with loved ones as a mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend. I enjoy nurturing those relationships, relaxing over a good brunch and indulging in a bit of online shopping.