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UAB Pediatrics Health Equity Scholars participate in immersive experience in the Black Belt
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The Health Equity Scholars and program directors Last week, the UAB Pediatrics Health Equity Scholars spent three days participating in an immersive experience to explore the historical context of health disparities and inequities within Alabama. The group traveled throughout the[…] -
Drs. Blakemore and Sims announced as co-directors of UAB Pediatrics Mini-Medical School
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L to R: Shaundra Blakemore and Brian SimsShaundra Blakemore, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, and Brian Sims, M.D., Ph.D., professor in the Division of Neonatology, will serve as co-directors of the new UAB Pediatrics Mini-Medical[…] -
Dr. Ilonze wins 2021 Alabama State Chess Championship
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Chibuzo Ilonze, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, won the 2021 Alabama State Chess Championship in the Premier Section. -
Dr. Gentle selected for AAPVON Scholars Program
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The AAP/VON Scholar Awards are awarded every year to five fellows and early career neonatologists by the Vermont Oxford Network (VON) the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Neonatal Perinatal Medicine (SoNPM). -
Delta variant increases risk of adverse outcomes in pregnant women, new UAB study shows
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New study from UAB women’s health, infectious diseases and pediatric experts show increase in morbidity and adverse outcomes in pregnant patients caused by the Delta variant. -
A mother’s journey: Diagnosed as blind, baby received thorough care from UAB Eye Care
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Born at 36 weeks, twins Mary and Emily Monk contracted a virus that would lead to one being diagnosed as blind. -
Dr. Kong among Birmingham Business Journal Women to Watch 2021
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Michele Kong, M.D., professor in the Division of Pediatric Critical Care, has been named one of the Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) Women to Watch 2021. -
New Research Faculty Introduction
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The UAB Heersink School of Medicine Office of Research introduces new faculty members, January-August 2021 -
Life expectancy, outcomes improving after BMT but still behind general population, study finds
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Blood and marrow transplantation strategies have changed significantly over the past four decades; but recipients still experience excess mortality that translates into 8.7 years of life lost, according to researchers in UAB’s Institute for Cancer Outcomes and Survivorship. -
UAB And Children’s of Alabama establish unique program to transition patients with complex pediatric conditions to adult primary care
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For patients with complex pediatric conditions, transitioning to adult care can be challenging. UAB and Children’s of Alabama have established the Staging Transition for Every Patient (STEP) Program to help these patients receive uninterrupted, expert care as they transition into[…]
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RT @TeenMD205: Learning about the history of the voting rights movement in Selma, AL with our health equity scholars @uabpeds @uabpedsres h…
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Last year the Pediatric Primary Care Clinic celebrated 30 years of treating kids in Bham. The clinic provides a place for @uabpedsres trainees to practice primary care & serves patients from around the community. Learn more about the PCC here go.uab.edu/pcwpcc #NPCW2021
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Our first spotlight for #NPCW2021 is the STEP Program, established by UAB & @ChildrensAL, which provides assistance for patients with complex pediatric conditions as they transition into the adult care model. Learn more about the program here go.uab.edu/pcwstep