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 …
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In memoriam: Murray Katcher, a tireless advocate for child health and safety
Surprise, sadness, and grief spread through the Department of Pediatrics as members learned that Murray Katcher, MD, PhD, emeritus professor of pediatrics, had unexpectedly died on July 13 following complications from a fall. Katcher joined …
Saying Goodbye to a Colleague and Friend: A Tribute to Dr. Jon Wolff
This tribute was contributed by the Wolff Family and Drs. David Wargowski, Patrick Remington, and Elizabeth Petty. We are deeply saddened to share news about the passing of a long-time beloved faculty colleague, Dr. Jon Wolff …
In Memoriam: Pulmonologist and Former Alumnus, Faculty John Mangos, MD
Fr. John A. Mangos, MD, a pediatric pulmonologist; former University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics resident, fellow and faculty member; and former chairman and professor emeritus of pediatrics at University of Texas Health Science Center …
Remembering Nasrollah Shahidi, MD, First Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division Head
Nasrollah (Nasr) Shahidi, MD, emeritus professor of pediatrics, died on November 30, 2015. He was the first head of the University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics’ Division of Hematology and Oncology, a world leader in …