Welcome to the University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. It is the academic home to more than 200 faculty members across 16 subspeciality divisions.
Train with us
Formal training programs for medical students, residents, fellows, postgraduate researchers, and faculty provide subspecialty expertise to prepare the next generation of clinicians, scientists, scholars, and leaders in academic pediatrics.
Learn with us
Professional development activities provide valuable learning and CME opportunities to faculty, staff, and trainees as well as pediatricians throughout the region. We host weekly Pediatric Grand Rounds, annual conferences and lectures, and regular workshops.
Work with us
We are dedicated to recruiting new faculty and staff to help us improve the lives of children in Wisconsin and beyond. Internships and student employment opportunities in health care administration and research provide experiences for emerging professionals.
Featured Events and News
Recent News
In memoriam: Murray Katcher, a tireless advocate for child health and safety
Surprise, sadness, and grief spread through the Department of Pediatrics as members learned that Murray Katcher, MD, PhD, emeritus professor of pediatrics, had unexpectedly died on July 13 following complications from a fall. Katcher joined …
July 26, 2024Cris Ebby wins award for QI and patient safety presentation
Cris Ebby, MD, pediatric hospital medicine fellow, won a Recognition of Excellence Award for presenting one of the top four presentations at the UW Health GME Physicians Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Symposium on May …
July 22, 2024Paul Sondel and Amy Erbe-Gurel receive two-year grant to study bispecific antibody treatment for neuroblastoma
The Hyundai Hope on Wheels foundation has awarded a Hyundai Hope Scholar Award to Paul Sondel, MD, PhD, professor and research director in the Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant, and Amy Erbe-Gurel, …
July 22, 2024Jill Denson receives funding from Morgridge Center for Public Service and ICTR to support a project that aims to understand what it’s like for people who give birth while incarcerated
University of Wisconsin–Madison Prevention Research Center Director Jill Denson, PhD, assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, recently received funding to support her research project, “Where do the babies go? Infants of incarcerated …
July 18, 2024Danielle Gerber has been appointed to the editorial board of AAP’s Pediatrics
Danielle Gerber, family engagement specialist in the Division of Hospital Medicine and Complex Care, has been appointed as one of two public members to the editorial board of Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy …
July 18, 2024American Family Children’s Hospital NICU celebrates a decade of operation
This year (on May 13, actually) the American Family Children’s Hospital (AFCH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) marks its 10th year of operation. A world-class Level IV NICU, it is one of only two such …
July 12, 2024Two Department of Pediatrics faculty members are contributors to a book on telemedicine
A new book on telemedicine includes contributions from Emily Ruedinger, MD, MEd, associate professor, and Laura Dos Reis, MD, assistant professor, both in the Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, and Ellen Bryant, MD, …
July 11, 2024Welcome the Resident Class of 2027 to the Department of Pediatrics
There are 16 new friendly faces in the Department of Pediatrics. The members of the resident class of 2027 have officially kicked off the next chapter of their medical training. Get to know the class …
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