In the News

Dr. Leslie R. Walker Selected to Lead the Association of Medical School Pediatric Department Chairs -
A photo of Dr. Leslie Walker.

On March 2, the Association of Medical School Pediatric Department Chairs (AMSPCD) inaugurated Dr. Leslie R. Walker as president. In this two-year position, she will lead the activities that provide training environments to ensure the next generation of pediatric primary care and pediatric specialists provide compassionate, knowledgeable, and cost-effective care.

Celebrating Black History Month: A moment with Dr. Hannibal Person -
A photo of Dr. Hannibal Person smiling in front of a view of mountains and water.

Read a Q+A with Dr. Hannibal Person (he/him), a gastroenterologist and hepatologist in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and a a co-investigator and co-facilitator for the Bias Reduction in Medicine tailored for pediatrics (BRIMP+).

Celebrating Lunar New Year: January 29 -
Lunar New Year

Welcome the Year of the Snake, a symbol of transformation and new beginnings. 

Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic Included as one of Microsoft’s $50K for 50 Local Changemakers -
Shaquita L Bell, MD

Congratulations to UW Pediatric’s Dr. Shaquita Bell for her incredible impact, leadership, & work at The Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic!

Innovative Tuberculosis Vaccine Research Recognized by Gates Foundation -
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The Gates Foundation has recognized the invaluable work of the Seattle Children's Research Institute, particularly highlighting Dr. Kevin Urdahl's lab and their innovative Ultra-Low-Dose mouse model.
 

Celebrating Our UW Pediatrics Community! -
Dr. Leslie Walker-Harding & Erin Allen

As we welcome 2025, Dr. Leslie Walker-Harding and Erin Allen take this opportunity to recognize the dedication and innovation of our UW Pediatrics community.

 

 
The Firearm Injury and Policy Research Program Celebrates Success at the 2024 National Conference on Firearm-Related Harms -
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The Firearm Injury and Policy Research Program took part of the 2024 National Conference with the Research Society for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms in Seattle.

Chewing Xylitol Gum Linked to Decrease in Preterm Birth -
Dr. Greg Valentine

A recent study led by Dr. Greg Valentine, an associate professor of pediatrics at the UW School of Medicine, has uncovered some promising findings regarding maternal health. His team discovered that chewing xylitol gum during pregnancy can significantly impact outcomes for both mothers and babies. 

The American Pediatric Society Announces the 2025 New Members -
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Congratulations to the ten exceptional doctors from UW Pediatrics on their well-deserved recognition as new members of the American Pediatric Society!

Dr. Bonnie W. Ramsey to Receive 2025 APS John Howland Award -
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Dr. Bonnie W. Ramsey has been honored with the prestigious 2025 APS John Howland Award for her significant contributions to pediatric medicine, particularly in cystic fibrosis research and treatment.