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April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Namita Sachdev Selected to Receive Brendan Kelly Award

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Donna Martin Selected as a Taubman Scholar

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Gary Freed Selected as Trustee to the International Pediatric Research Foundation

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Lumeng Named New Director of the Center for Human Growth & Development

April 3, 2018

Accolades

2018 Society for Pediatric Research

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Melissa Cousino Selected to Serve on International Transplant Committee

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Prachi Shah Elected to Society for Pediatric Research Council

April 3, 2018

Accolades

Dr. Sonal Owens Receives Grant from Gilbert Whitaker Fund

March 20, 2018

Accolades

U-M Medical School again ranked among best in the nation

The U-M Medical School, School of Nursing and other graduate-level training programs continue to be recognized nationally in the U.S. News & World Report annual rankings.

March 14, 2018

Research

Should Young Children Wait a Year to Start Kindergarten?

Parents may be unsure whether to “redshirt” 5-year-olds from kindergarten. But holding them back has little benefit, a child clinical psychologist says.

March 12, 2018

Patient Care

Baby Becomes 22nd Registered Case of Rare Disease ‘NEMO’

Bone marrow drives as far away as Greece aim to find a match for 6-month-old Elias, whose dangerously weak immune system puts him at risk from even mild colds.

February 19, 2018

Patient Education

When Should a Child See a Dentist for the First Time?

Parents (and doctors, too) might differ on when dental care should begin. A Michigan Medicine pediatrician explains why screening early is best.

February 7, 2018

Patient Care

Newborn Screening Catches Baby’s Critical Heart Condition

Mila’s story highlights the importance of the 4-year-old mandatory statewide newborn heart defect screening program.

February 6, 2018

Patient Education

Persuasive Digital Design: Appealing to Adults, Problematic for Kids?

Whether children are streaming videos, playing games or interacting with apps, habit-forming design plays a role. But its effect is largely unknown.

January 5, 2018

Patient Education

To Help Your Teen Drive Safely, Follow the ‘S-M-A-R-T’ Method

Simple behaviors can make a big difference behind the wheel. Use this checklist to teach your new motorist good habits.

December 20, 2017

Diversity

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Book Club Discussion

The Gender Focused Diversity, Equity and Inclusion group invites you to a book club discussion January 17, 2018 of Men Explain Things to Me , by Rebecca Solnit.

December 19, 2017

Research

Some Newborns with Chronic Illness Show Signs of Serious Sleep Problems at Birth

Dr. Shellhaas discusses a new study finds that babies with spina bifida have early symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing that could contribute to lifelong issues with neurodevelopment.

December 6, 2017

Success Stories

Department Of Pediatrics Celebrates Bicentennial By Serving Community

There have been numerous programs, exciting events and several special presentations to celebrate the university’s bicentennial year.

December 4, 2017

Patient Education

What Kids of Different Ages Understand About Cancer

From toddlers to teens, young people process news of a parent’s cancer diagnosis differently. Learn how perceptions evolve over time — and strategies for conversation.

November 16, 2017

Research

Black Box Warning Slows, but Doesn’t Stop, Codeine for Kids After Tonsil and Adenoid Removal

In a new study, 1 in 20 privately insured children were prescribed codeine after common surgeries, despite the FDA warning on significant safety risks.

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