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
Two department members among the 2026 UW Health Physician Excellence Awards recipients
Each year, UW Health recognizes its most skilled and dedicated physicians with its Physician Excellence Awards. These prestigious awards recognize individuals who demonstrate exceptional skills in clinical practice, education, and leadership, as well as a …
June 9, 2026
UW Health celebrates graduates of its 2025–2026 Physician Leadership Development Program
UW Health celebrated the graduation of 26 physician leaders from the UW Health Physician Leadership Development Program on May 14, 2026. The program is a system-wide well-being initiative designed to equip physicians with critical leadership …
June 9, 2026
New Faculty Focus: Emily Backes
Q&A with Emily Backes, MD, MA, assistant professor, Division of Cardiology
June 9, 2026
Six department members receive Research and Development Awards during spring 2026 funding cycle
The Department of Pediatrics provided six department members with generous funding during the spring cycle of its Research and Development (R&D) Awards program. The purpose of the R&D Awards fund is to support research and …
June 9, 2026
Congratulations to the 21 department faculty members who were promoted in 2026
Twenty-one Department of Pediatrics faculty members were promoted this year. Their new ranks will become effective on June 28, 2026. Below is a list of the promoted faculty members, their divisions, and their new ranks. …
June 4, 2026
Austin Stuckert awarded joint grant from the American Cancer Society and UW Carbone Cancer Center
The American Cancer Society and UW Carbone Cancer Center have jointly awarded Austin Stuckert, MD, assistant professor, Division of Hematology, Oncology, Transplant, and Cellular Therapy, a $60,000 grant. The two-year pilot project, “CRISPR-generated GD2.TRAC.CART Cells for …
June 1, 2026Victoria Nicksic and David Allen receive Wisconsin DHS grant to support newborn screening program
Victoria Nicksic, MD, clinical instructor, and David Allen, MD, professor and chief, both in the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, were awarded $25,000 by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Wisconsin Newborn Screening Ongoing …
June 1, 2026
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 …
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