At the end of September, Robert (Bob) Gordon will leave his long-held position of graphic designer with the Department of Pediatrics as he retires after 31 years. Headshots for new faculty and residents, “lifestyle” shots …
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In memoriam: Gary Williams
Gary Williams, MD, retired associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics, died on August 21, 2024, in Reston, Virginia. Over the last five years, Williams faced multiple illnesses with the grace, good cheer, and optimism …
Introducing our new chief residents: Rachel Streckert and Abbie Whitman
The beginning of a new academic year brings new resident leaders alongside the class of 2027 interns. This year, Rachel Streckert, MD, and Abbie Whitman, MD, will serve as co-chief residents of the Pediatrics Residency …
Pediatrics faculty share expertise: August 2024
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 …
New Faculty Focus: Marisa Brant
Q&A with Marisa Brant, MD, visiting associate professor, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery Hometown: Evanston, Illinois Educational/professional background: I earned my BA in Spanish and anthropology from Washington University in St. Louis and subsequently …
New Faculty Focus: Mita Naik
Q&A with Yashoda (Mita) Naik, MD, assistant professor, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes Hometown: I have moved a lot. Today, I consider Madison to be my hometown. Educational/professional background: I earned my Bachelor of Medicine …
Lucile Packard Foundation for Children’s Health grants Danielle Gerber award to launch Family-Led Academic Grand Rounds for Pediatrics
Medical training addressing the care of children with medical complexity is usually delivered by health care professionals in grand rounds sessions and in medical education, with a focus on medical diagnosis and treatment. Families’ experiences …
Emily Gulczynski among 2024 Bonnie McCausland Cancer Nursing Scholarship recipients
Emily Gulczynski, nurse navigator in the Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant, was selected as one of five recipients of a 2024 Bonnie McCausland Cancer Nursing Scholarship. The scholarship is named in honor …
Tess Jewell honored with 2024 Excellence in Medicine Award from AMA Foundation
Tess Jewell is an MD-MPH student at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and an aspiring pediatric endocrinologist. She has been working with Jennifer Rehm, MD, associate professor, Division of Endocrinology and …
Peter Ferrazzano and Claire O’Leary receive support from Research Forward awards
Two members of the Department of Pediatrics are part of multidisciplinary research teams that received funding through Research Forward. This initiative aims to stimulate and support highly innovative and groundbreaking research at UW–Madison. Research Forward …