Meet Dr. Tamara L. Hayward

Tamara Hayward, M.D., always knew she wanted to work with children. Even as a teenager, her summer jobs included working in daycare centers and volunteering at the local children's hospital. A love of science drew her to medicine, and pediatrics was the obvious career choice.

After medical school in Galveston and residency in Houston, Dr. Hayward came to Fort Worth to join Fort Worth Pediatrics, working 3 days in the office and the remainder of the week working hard at home raising her children. The practice joined Cook Children's network in 2016 and Dr. Hayward transitioned to full time practice in 2019.

"The thing that has surprised me most about pediatrics is how much I enjoy parents - I always knew I would love the kids. From potty training to migraine management, so much of what we do in pediatrics is teach and collaborate with parents. At the end of the day, I remember most those moments when I have reassured a worried parent or been able to give someone useful tools to help their child - along with any really cute giggles or knock-knock jokes."

When not working, you can find Dr. Hayward cooking, fencing with her husband or singing badly to Broadway tunes.

Dr Hayward was amazing and took the time to discuss a few things with my son and I. Even took the time to call the next day to check on both of my kids that she saw the previous day. This made me feel like we chose the right doctor... – Patient family

Services

  • Acute illnesses
  • ADHD management
  • Chronic condition management
  • Developmental problems
  • Disease prevention
  • Flu shots
  • Hearing screens
  • Injury treatment
  • Obesity and weight management
  • Vision screens
  • Patient and parent education
  • School and sports physicals
  • Vaccines and immunizations
  • Well checks​​

Reviews

Average rating:

4.9
Questions were addressed
4.9
4.9 (97)
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
4.9 (97)
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9
4.9 (97)
Trust/confidence in physicians
4.9
4.9 (97)

What our families say

  • November 27, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is amazing. Even after I moved to Keller I refuse to change doctors to one that is closer because Of Dr Hayward. She takes her time with each child, knows exactly how to talk to them even in difficult situations or uncomfortable topics. She remembers each of my children by name, even the 2 who have aged out of services. Honestly I wish she was my doc. She is amazing and we love her!!!

  • November 24, 2025

    Dr Hayward is very thorough and listens to concerns

  • November 20, 2025

    Dr Hayward always understands my concerns and provide excellent solutions to try.

  • October 30, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is very kind and attentive. She makes my kids feel comfortable and talks to them directly, like they matter.

  • October 28, 2025

    Dr Hayward is amazing!

  • October 09, 2025

    Called on a Sat, about to close so mentioned no appt avail. Upon more review Of his symptoms, they called us back to get us to come on in! So glad they took the care & concern With him, but they did.

  • September 23, 2025

    They are always normally really great!

  • September 16, 2025

    Very good

  • September 16, 2025

    All staff were so professional

  • September 09, 2025

    Tamara Hayward is a rockstar. Best doctor you have

  • August 29, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is wonderful with both kids and parents.

  • August 29, 2025

    This appointment was a bright spot in a very difficult day. Thank you!

  • August 28, 2025

    Exceptional personal conversation/ relationship efforts made with the child/patient.

  • August 28, 2025

    Dr Hayward was very nice and professional when talking to my daughter. Also, the MA was super sweet.

  • August 24, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is always so patient and professional.

  • August 24, 2025

    She was attentive and thorough. We love her and the care she provides

  • July 30, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is so attentive

  • July 26, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is outstanding in providing superior care to all 3 of my kids. She listens well, is informative, builds positive relationships with each of my kids individually, and they all love her. We look forward to seeing Dr. Hayward and highly respect her!

  • July 13, 2025

    Dr Hayward is an excellent PCP because she is very thorough. My daughter is medically complex and she sees to it that all concerns are addressed. She coordinates everything with multiple doctors as my daughter has many specialists that see her. But Dr Hayward is a true leader of my daughter's medical care.

  • July 12, 2025

    We love Dr. Hayward and her staff

  • July 05, 2025

    We love, Dr. Hayward and the staff

  • July 01, 2025

    Dr. Hayward is the absolute best! Words cannot describe how much I appreciate the care and attention provided to my kids each and every visit. We feel blessed to have her as our PCP.

  • July 01, 2025

    I appreciate Dr. Hayward and her staff getting my child in so fast and making sure our concerns were heard. I have never had a bad experience in this office, they go above and beyond each and every visit.

  • June 28, 2025

    I'm always please with Dr. Hayward, both my daughter and I feel heard and my daughter feels safe with her. Kind of sad that this is our last year of care as she will be 18 years old next year and she is the only pediatrician she has had.

  • June 03, 2025

    All of Dr. Haywards staff goes above and beyond. The lab tech is amazing as well.

  • May 31, 2025

    Dr. Tamara Hayward has been thorough and kind at every visit.

  • May 31, 2025

    Everyone was great. Front desk was happy, nurse was warm and kind, phlebotomist was great for my 11yo 1st blood draw experience!

  • May 30, 2025

    Dr. Hayward knew we had other children and asked about them as well.

  • May 11, 2025

    All excellent!!

  • May 11, 2025

    Excellent appt!

  • May 06, 2025

    Staff was great!

  • May 06, 2025

    They did an amazing job and took the time to talk to my daughter and make her feel comfortable! Great job!

  • April 29, 2025

    Great. The staff at this location are wonderful and very easy to talk to and they are very responsive. I recommend this place to others all the time. Love this cooks children's location. A++++++

  • April 29, 2025

    Dr Hayward and her nurse. They were able to see us same day and was working with me for our arrival time because I was next door at my doctor's appointment and they were able to get [...] in. They showed [...] concern and they were determined to see what was going on with [...].

  • April 15, 2025

    We love the way Dr Hayward interacts with our kiddos. She has always spoken to them with respect and genuinely listened to their questions and concerns. [...] is amazing as well. My kids feel so comfortable here because they see kind, familiar faces that they know are looking out for them. We have been here just over 13 years.

  • March 20, 2025

    Dr. Hayward and the nurse were knowledgeable and kind as always. The phlebotomist was especially patient and kind calming my daughter before drawing her blood.

  • March 08, 2025

    Dr. Hayward has always provided us with the utmost care. She listens to and addresses all of my concerns with compassion and kindness that is always greatly appreciated. I am forever grateful that she is [...] PCP and will always recommend her.

  • March 08, 2025

    Excellent

  • March 01, 2025

    Was very impressed and thankful the staff got back to me so quickly and was able to squeeze us in for a last minute appointment when a medical concern popped up so quickly. Everyone was very kind and made me feel that [...] was a priority and validated my concerns.

  • March 01, 2025

    Dr Hayward was really wonderful! This was our first time seeing her. Her efforts in making [...] feel comfortable and be included in the exam process was great. She also listened and addressed all of our questions with Intentionality and compassion. She put us at ease, which can be hard to do with concerned parents!

  • February 21, 2025

    Dr Hayward such a great Doctor!!!.

  • February 21, 2025

    Front office was very positive and polite.

  • February 09, 2025

    Experience was good

  • February 09, 2025

    Dr Tamara Hayward was excellent she explained everything and was very thorough

  • February 08, 2025

    Dr Hayward is wonderful! She is so loving and personal with my child that my child is relaxed and very comfortable during her visits. Dr Hayward made it easy for my child to face her fears.

  • February 08, 2025

    Everything was great!!

  • February 08, 2025

    Dr. Hayward and her nurse are always amazing and they consistently provide us with the best care.

  • February 06, 2025

    The overall visit was great as usual.

  • February 06, 2025

    Dr Hayward is always awesome! She has a great balance of humor and seriousness with our kids. Her nurse was great as well.

  • February 04, 2025

    Everything was great!

  • February 04, 2025

    Everyone from beginning to end was great, from my initial call to checking out.

  • January 28, 2025

    This was our first time seeing Dr. Hayward, as our normal pediatrician was out of the office. She was so prompt and thorough. She listened to concerns and had my son speaking to her with ease. He normally can be shy and reserved around doctors. She was wonderful and we appreciate her taking care of him as Dr. [...] would.

  • January 23, 2025

    Dr. Hayward. She always treats the patient in a very caring manner. She always asks her patient (the child) first for details/concerns and then rounds to parent for any additional details/concerns.

  • January 19, 2025

    The doctor and assistant are very sweet.

  • January 19, 2025

    [...] the assistant is very sweet and patient with my baby.

  • January 08, 2025

    The nurse who helped Dr. Hayward ! She was so kind and warm!

  • January 02, 2025

    Good

  • January 02, 2025

    Good

  • December 21, 2024

    The nurse also went above and beyond to get us in on short notice and on the last day before Holiday break-I'm so appreciative of her efforts to get my daughter in to see Dr. Hayward.

  • December 21, 2024

    Dr. Hayward was amazing and went out of her way to see [...] on short notice and after she was scheduled to be off. She listened to all symptoms and assessed every possibility of causes for [...] symptoms.

  • December 07, 2024

    That was probably the fastest we've ever been in and out of the office. My daughter felt really bad so that was such a relief.

Education

  • Medical school:
  • University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston
  • Residency:
  • University of Texas Medical School, Houston
  • Board certifications:
  • American Board of Pediatrics

Affiliations

  • Cook Children's Physician Network

Recognitions

  • Mom Approved Doctor (DFW Child)
  • Mom-Approved Doctor (2025)

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