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
Travel award supports Therese (Tess) Woodring’s attendance at Clinical Immunology Society Summer School
Therese (Tess) Woodring, MD, PGY-6 in the Hematology and Oncology Fellowship, received a travel award from the Clinical Immunology Society to attend its Summer School last month in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Woodring presented an atypical …
November 18, 2025
Dipesh Navsaria wins Early Education and Child Care Advocacy Award
The American Academy of Pediatrics awarded Dipesh Navsaria, MPH, MSLIS, MD, professor, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, the 2025 Susan S. Aronson Early Education and Child Care Advocacy Award. This award recognizes leaders who …
November 18, 2025
Philip Farrell receives Cystic Fibrosis Foundation award for his lifelong research efforts
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Bonnie Ramsey and Richard C. Talamo Distinguished Clinical Achievement Award recognizes those who have spent their careers in research of and care for people with cystic fibrosis, and whose contributions have altered the …
November 18, 2025
UW Health Kids American Family Children’s Hospital nationally ranked in three specialties by U.S. News & World Report for 2025–2026
U.S. News & World Report has ranked UW Health Kids American Family Children’s Hospital in three medical and surgical specialties. These achievements are the result of the hard work and dedication of our department members …
November 18, 2025
Pediatrics faculty share expertise: October 2025
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 …
November 12, 2025
Christine Sorenson wins inaugural Dean’s Research Staff Award
Christine Sorenson, PhD, distinguished scientist III, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery, was one of four winners of the inaugural Dean’s Research Staff Awards.
November 11, 2025
Neonatal Education Simulation and Training Center opens at UnityPoint Health – Meriter
UnityPoint Health – Meriter opened the Neonatal Education Simulation and Training Center (NEST) to educate and train medical professionals in newborn care. The NEST provides a space for learners to practice and discuss their performance …
November 11, 2025
UW Health bone dysplasia clinics offer comprehensive care for children and adults
Bone or skeletal dysplasia is an umbrella term covering approximately 700 congenital disorders of bone growth. Most are extremely rare, and more than half manifest as disproportionate short stature, known as dwarfism. One of these disorders, achondroplasia, is the most common form of dwarfism.
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