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 230 faculty members across 16 subspecialty 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
James (Jim) Gern named to Clarivate’s list of Highly Cited Researchers
Highly Cited Researchers demonstrate significant and broad influence in their field(s) of research and represent 1 in 1,000 scientists and social scientists worldwide. James (Jim) Gern, MD, professor, Division of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology, and vice …
May 27, 2026
Kristin Shadman appointed director of APA Quality and Safety Improvement Scholars Program
Kristin Shadman, MD, professor, Division of Hospital Medicine and Complex Care, has been appointed director of the Academic Pediatric Association’s Quality and Safety Improvement Scholars (QSIS) Program as it launches its fifth national cohort. In …
May 27, 2026
David Bernhardt receives Andy Hipskind Distinguished Big Ten Team Physician Award
David Bernhardt, MD, professor, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, is one of two physicians recognized for premier athletic medical honors by the Big Ten. Bernhardt has been named the recipient of the 2026 …
May 27, 2026
David Allen receives lifetime achievement award from the Human Growth Foundation
During the 2026 Pediatric Endocrine Society Annual Meeting in San Francisco, David Allen, MD, professor and chief in the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, received the 2026 Human Growth Foundation (HGF) Lifetime Achievement Award. The …
May 19, 2026
Research Week 2026: Summary of events and award winners
From May 11 to 14, the Department of Pediatrics hosted Pediatric Research Week. This annual event provides a venue for department researchers to present their latest work to an enthusiastic audience, offers engaging panel discussions …
May 15, 2026
Empowering the Next Generation: Get involved with our Pediatric Interest Group (PIG)
The Pediatric Interest Group (PIG) at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health is experiencing a period of remarkable growth and energy. Following our post-pandemic rebuilding efforts, we have seen student participation soar, with …
May 14, 2026
Pediatrics faculty share expertise: April 2026
Department of Pediatrics faculty members are experts in child health, parenting, vaccinations, and other related topics. They are frequently sought out by local, state, and national journalists for their insights. Below is a list of …
May 14, 2026WMAA honors department faculty and alumni with 2026 Distinguished Medical Alumni Awards
The Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association (WMAA) honored its 2026 Distinguished Medical Alumni Award recipients during a banquet on May 1 at Best Western Premier Park Hotel in Madison. Among the awardees were two physicians with …
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