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Improving the health of all children and adolescents through clinical care, medical education, and research.
Seattle, WA
Joined October 2010
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A new study on wildfire smoke finds that timing and intensity of exposure to particulates matter. Dr. Catherine Karr said, "Our findings suggest that smoke exposure during pregnancy may have real consequences for maternal and infant health." @UWMedicine @uwpediatrics @UWashOBGYN
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A new JAMA Summit report, chaired by Dr. Frederick Rivara from UW Pediatrics, presents a roadmap to reduce firearm violence by 2040. https://t.co/B5zmOn1xtu
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Huge congratulations to Dr. Jason Deen for being honored with the 2025 UWSOM Minority Faculty Mentoring Award! https://t.co/odUWvT3LST
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Dr. Jim Jarvis joined community and academic leaders to discuss the impact of rheumatic diseases on Indigenous communities and the need for enhanced care through collaboration and research. https://t.co/1me2lFP9JC
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Congratulations to Dr. Reya Mokiao, named the 2025–2028 Dr. Patricia L. Dawson Endowed Faculty Fellow for her outstanding contributions to the community and her dedication to advancing health equity through research. https://t.co/O03N3Af8Bw
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Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth! Meet Dr. Elena Griego, mentor, educator, and advocate for diversity in medicine. Her journey inspires the next generation of Latinx leaders.
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Congratulations! Dr. Elizabeth Dawson-Hahn is joining the 2025-2026 Obama Foundation Leaders program! Dr. Dawson-Hahn will connect with 100 changemakers to enhance leadership skills and drive community impact. https://t.co/MZb17lStIs
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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’re celebrating Dr. Terri Laguna Professor of Pediatrics & Head of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine! Read about her journey, mentorship, and impact in academic medicine https://t.co/iN4FivR175
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Dr. Helen Chu warns that the childhood vaccination schedule reduces the need for visits and boosts disease protection. However, the recent dismissal of ACIP members has raised concerns about public health. https://t.co/xsR3RTPuTI
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New West Coast guidance urges all kids 6 months+ to get their annual flu shot, and RSV vaccine for babies under 8 months.
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The alliance released its recommendations just ahead of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee meeting this week; that committee plans to discuss and vote on new Covid vaccine guidelines on Friday.
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Dr. Caitlin Smith and the Seattle Children’s team successfully led a rare 18-hour surgery separating conjoined twins El & Ally giving them a chance at independent lives.
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Twin toddlers El and Ally are a handful and a blessing.
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Injuries from electric scooters, particularly among children, highlight the urgent need for better safety measures. Dr. Beth Ebel notes that younger riders often disregard safety precautions & engage in risky behaviors.
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Dr. Sara Chrisman empowers young athletes through her "Mentally Strong" program, teaching them essential mental health skills to manage stress and emotional challenges.
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The "Mentally Strong" initiative helps young athletes develop critical coping strategies through sports.
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.@HelenChuMD warns that low vaccination rates could spark outbreaks of measles and pertussis as the fall virus season begins. "What you want for your child to see first is a vaccine, not an infection," she said. @UWMedicine @uwpediatrics
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Dr. Mignon Loh is part of the team leading an innovative clinical trial that has helped twin sisters Josie and Lucy Carlson achieve remission from KMT2A-rearranged acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
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Infant twins Josie and Lucy Carlson are in remission from a rare leukemia, thanks to a clinical trial, but face a long treatment journey.
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Congratulations to Dr. Michelle Terry on her induction into the Iconic Black Women Collection at the Wonder of Women International Gallery! https://t.co/hrKLs2ywyq
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“Working at the intersection of pediatric care and community health requires you to understand the unique challenges families face outside the clinic walls.” @UW_PHI spotlights UW Pediatrics' Dr. Kenisha Campbell and her role as the newly appointed chief medical officer for the
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Navigating the healthcare system should not be a privilege reserved for some families while others face barriers to accessing basic healthcare services. Dr. Kenisha Campbell, a professor of clinica...
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