Medical students Zoe DeZeeuw and Madeline Kotz will represent University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health students nationally at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)’s Section on Pediatric Trainees. They will engage in child health advocacy, policy, …
2026
Cathy Lee-Miller offers address at SMPH graduation
The UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) 2026 graduating class selected Cathy Lee-Miller, MD, associate professor and interim chief, Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, as its faculty speaker. Lee-Miller, who also …
Kim Keppler-Noreuil author on a Wiley top cited article
Kim Keppler-Noreuil, MD, professor, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, is an author on a paper that was named among the 10 most-cited papers published by American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A in 2024. “LUMBAR syndrome–OEIS complex overlap: …
M. Stephen Meyn earns Certificate in Rare and Undiagnosed Diseases
M. Stephen Meyn, MD, PhD, professor, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, recently became one of the first clinical geneticists to pass the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes’ examination for its new Certificate in Rare and …
Laura Birkeland receives Dean’s Teaching Award
Laura Birkeland, MS, CGC, assistant professor, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, and program director, master of genetic counselor studies, has been selected for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health’s (SMPH) Dean’s …
In Business Magazine recognizes Jasmine Zapata in its 2026 list of 40 under 40
Last month, community members, professional colleagues, and supporters gathered at the Monona Terrace to toast 40 emerging leaders from Wisconsin’s Capital Region — In Business magazine’s latest 40 Under 40 class. Among the honorees was Jasmine …
PATH Clinic receives Brave Space Award from GSAFE
In the photo: UW Health PATH Clinic providers and staff. The UW Health Pediatric and Adolescent Transgender Health (PATH) Clinic has provided compassionate, affirming, and evidence-based care for transgender and gender-diverse children, adolescents, and young adults …
Department celebrates resident class of 2026 with two graduation events
The University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics celebrated its graduating residents in early June with two events for graduates, their friends and families, and faculty and staff. View a photo album of images from both …
Pediatrics faculty share expertise: May 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 …
Global Health Experience: Building bridges for child protection in Mexico
By Norell Rosado, MD In April 2026, I had the privilege of traveling to Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, as an invited speaker at the National Confederation of Pediatricians of Mexico (CONAPEME) conference. Through COLAVI (Colaboración …