Two major causes of acute respiratory illness in children are respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and human metapneumovirus (HMPV). The viruses are genetically related, causing primarily upper respiratory symptoms, and for some, lower respiratory tract illness. …
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Pediatrics faculty share expertise: July 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 …
Paul Sondel awarded grant from CURE Childhood Cancer
Paul Sondel, MD, PhD, professor and research director, and co-PIs Amy Erbe-Gurel, PhD, assistant professor, and Alexander Rakhmilevich, MD, PhD, distinguished scientist, all in the Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, have been awarded a …
Four DOP faculty members selected for UW Health Physician Leadership Development Program 2025-2026 cohort
The UW Health Physician Leadership Development Program is designed to build key leadership skills through a year-long series of courses. Cohort members learn about strategic self-awareness and trust, building and leading successful teams, effective meetings and communication, resolving conflict, managing performance, how to effectively …
The Arc-Dane County honors Department of Pediatrics cardiology team for its work with patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities
A UW Health Adult Congenital Heart Disease team from the Department of Pediatrics received an award from The Arc-Dane County for its work with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Heather Bartlett, MD (right), and Nicholas Von Bergen, …
Ellen Connor to serve as member of the Endocrine Society
Ellen Connor, MD, professor, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, will serve the Endocrine Society as a member on the Advocacy and Public Outreach Core Committee for a three-year term. This follows her work on Capitol …
Jill Denson receives Excellence in Teaching Award
University of Wisconsin–Madison Prevention Research Center Director Jill Denson, PhD, MSW, assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, received a 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award from the University of Wisconsin Preventive Medicine Residency Program. …
Meet the incoming class of fellows
The University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics is proud to welcome the newest class of fellows: future leaders in pediatric medicine and research. These talented individuals officially joined the department this July. Meet the 15 …
Meet the residency class of 2028
The University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics is excited to welcome the newest members of its residency program. This year’s class includes 16 pediatric residents, one preliminary dermatology resident, and one child neurology resident. Each …
New Faculty Focus: Rachel Streckert
Q&A with Rachel Streckert, MD, assistant professor, Division of Hospital Medicine and Complex Care