Austin Kane M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology and the Children’s of Alabama LifeStart program are raising awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and expanding access to lifesaving AEDs in schools across Alabama! ❤️ 💡
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Join us for Grand Rounds: "Talking about hard things: Serious illness communication in Child Neurology" with Monica Lemmon, Chief of Pediatric Neurology and Associate Professor, Duke Health, Thursday, Mar. 5, 12–1 p.m! 🗓️
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A milestone in pediatric epilepsy care 🧠💚
Curtis J. Rozzelle, M.D., and Monisha Goyal, M.D., are advancing neuromodulation at Children’s of Alabama with the hospital’s first DBS procedure and NeuroPace RNS implantation!
#DBS #PediatricEpilepsy
Research led by Smita Bhatia, M.D., MPH, is helping explain why some childhood cancer survivors develop new cancers years after treatment. This study found that inherited genetic changes may significantly increase that risk.💡 🧩
#CancerResearch
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Today’s appreciation plan: Celebrate the people who make it all happen!🎉
Thank you to our pediatric residents and fellows for always caring, owning the work, collaborating and doing what’s right. We are grateful for you today and every day!
- The Department of Pediatrics 💚🫶
After more than 25 years at UAB and nearly a decade with Pediatrics, Cathy Turner is retiring as executive administrator. Her steady leadership and deep care for the department have left a lasting mark. Thank you, Cathy, for everything! 💚💛 🙌
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After nearly three decades of leadership, Carl Coghill, M.D., is stepping down as the NICU medical director at Children’s of Alabama ahead of his May 2026 retirement. Allison Black, M.D., has stepped into the role, continuing the unit’s commitment to exceptional neonatal care! 🎉
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Join us for Grand Rounds: Reid McDaniel Memorial Lectureship with Rachel Rau, M.D., pediatric hematologist-oncologist at Seattle Children’s Hospital, Thursday, Feb. 26, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️
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👋 Meet Jalisa Lankford! She is an administrative supervisor in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology who supports her team and helps care for patients and families. Jalisa credits UAB for providing a space where she can grow professionally while staying true to herself!💚
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“Everyone gives what they can, and together those contributions make a real difference.”
— Dr. Wally Carlo
Support the UAB Benevolent Fund and help care for colleagues when it matters most!💚 💛
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Children’s of Alabama is expanding access to minimally invasive endoscopic surgery for complex skull base conditions, led by Drs. James M. Johnston (Pediatric Neurosurgery) and Jessica Grayson (Otolaryngology)! 🧠 🔬 💚
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Join us for Grand Rounds with David Wood, MD, MPH, director of the Adolescent and Young Adult Clinic, Thursday, Feb. 19, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️
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Children’s of Alabama and the UAB Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgical Divisions proudly present the 2025 Annual Report, highlighting advances in patient safety, clinical care, research and education that directly impact children’s lives.
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Children’s of Alabama has treated its first patient with gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Led by Michael Lopez, M.D., Ph.D., this advanced treatment brings new hope to patients and families across Alabama!🧬
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Every smile, every brave moment, every step of growth—wrapped in care and hugs
Happy Valentine’s Day from the Department of Pediatrics! 💚 🩷 💙 💛
The correct answer is fiber! Fiber helps support heart health by lowering cholesterol and promoting overall wellness. Did you get it right? 💚 More Peds Pop Quizzes coming soon!
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Peds Pop Quiz: Valentine Edition💚 🩷 💙 💛! Which nutrient is important for a healthy heart? Caffeine, sodium, sugar or fiber. No hard feelings if you guess wrong, check back tomorrow to see the correct answer!
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Red looks good on us❤️
Our team wore red on Feb. 6 to recognize National Wear Red Day and raise awareness for heart health across campus. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a meaningful show of support and community! 🤝
#HeartHealthMonth #WearRedDay
Join us for Grand Rounds: ADPH Birth Defect Registry with Ana Oliveira, DrPH, MSPH, MS, epidemiologist supervisor with the ADPH OIDA, Thursday, Feb. 12, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️
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The Department of Pediatrics had a blast at this year’s Annual HSOM Food Fair with our “Tailgating with Blaze” theme! 🏈🔥 Proud to be one of four departments to take home first place. Thanks to everyone who made it a winning day! 🏆
#HSOMFoodFair #UABPediatrics #GoBlaze
We gathered Friday, Jan. 30, to honor Richard Whitley, M.D. and his remarkable career with the UAB Department of Pediatrics, surrounded by the people whose lives he has touched along the way. Thank you, Dr. Whitley, for 45 years of dedication, leadership and lasting impact! 🎉
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Congratulations to Matthew Alexander, Ph.D., in the Division of Pediatric Neurology on receiving an NIH grant to explore biomarkers for a rare neuromuscular disease and support future treatments!💡🧬 💚
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Join us for Grand Rounds: 2025 Top 10 Pediatric Articles with Drs. Laurie Marzullo, Adolfo Molina and Terry Wall, Thursday, Feb. 5, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️
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Better screening, earlier care. A new study led by Stacy Tanaka, M.D., and David Joseph, M.D., shows ultrasound alone may miss kidney disease in children with spina bifida! 💡 🧩
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#SpinaBifida #PediatricUrology
From childhood to adulthood, patients with neurofibromatosis receive seamless care at Children’s of Alabama and UAB. Katie Metrock, M.D., and Rebecca Brown, M.D., Ph.D., help guide patients through every stage of their care journey! 💚💪
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#Pediatrics
After 45 years with the UAB Department of Pediatrics, Richard Whitley, M.D., is retiring and leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in pediatric infectious diseases. From research to mentorship, his impact will be felt for generations!
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👋 Meet Jennifer Drummond! She is a clinical administrative office specialist III in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition and says her role is exciting because it is always changing. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her daughters! #UABPediatrics
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What causes the earliest preterm births? Viral Jain, M.D., associate professor in the Division of Neonatology, is uncovering how chorioamnionitis impacts micro-preemies and what it means for their long-term health!🧩 💡 #Chorioamnionitis #UABPediatrics
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Join us for Grand Rounds: A Practical Guide to Childhood Hypertension with Daniel Feig, M.D., Ph.D., M.S., professor in the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. Thursday, Jan. 29, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center. 🗓️
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After a broken bone heals, some children need quick procedures that can feel scary. At Children’s and UAB, pediatric orthopedist Michael Conklin, M.D., is joined by Shelby, a trained poodle who helps keep kids calm and comforted! 🐾 💚
#UABPediatrics #PediatricCare
