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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 13h

Join us for Grand Rounds: “AI Tools You Can Use Now” with Dr. Ryan Melvin, Endowed Faculty Scholar and Associate Professor, UAB Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Thursday, October 8, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/rYopM7k

UAB Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds announcement: "AI Tools You Can Use Now" presented by a Ryna Melvin, Thursday, Oct 8, 12:00–1:00 p.m., available via Zoom and in-person at Bradley Lecture Center.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Congratulations to Kennon Ulicny, D.O., on being named associate program director of the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship! As a recent graduate, she hopes to draw on her experience to help fellows make the most of their training and reach their career goals!💚 🎉

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Join us in celebrating Alyssa Goldman, D.O., PGY-2 resident, recipient of the Rud Polhill Award for Outstanding Resident in Pediatric Emergency Medicine! This award recognizes her passion for learning, dedication to teaching and commitment to excellence!👏💚

Alyssa Goldman holding a plaque recognizing her as an Outstanding Resident in UAB Pediatric Emergency Medicine, 2026.

Alyssa Goldman receiving a hug for her resident award

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

New research from UAB’s O’Neal Cancer Center offers insight into how high-risk neuroblastoma evades the immune system and spreads. The study also identified two potential drug targets. Richard Lu, Ph.D., served as lead principal investigator!🔍️ 🔬 🔗 :https://buff.ly/4XUS57k

Richard Lu, seated and facing the camera against a plain light-gray background

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Congratulations to Randy Cron, M.D., Ph.D., on being named the 2027–28 chair of the American Board of Pediatrics Rheumatology Subboard! In this role, he will help guide certification and continued assessment in pediatric rheumatology! 👏 🌟

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Celebrating the achievements of 25 Department of Pediatrics faculty members promoted to professor or associate professor! Their commitment to pediatric care, research and education strengthens our department and improves the lives of children and families! 🎉💚

Graphic listing 25 Department of Pediatrics faculty members promoted to professor or associate professor.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “From Fentanyl to Kratom: The Expanding Toxicology of the Opioid Crisis” with Dr. Stacy Marshall, assistant professor of UAB Emergency Medicine, Thursday, October 1, 12–1 p.m. 🗓️ 🔗 : buff.ly/rYopM7k

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Congratulations to Kennon Ulicny, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, on graduating from the ninth cohort of UAB Medicine’s Sharing Authentically to Inspire and Lead (SAIL) program!🎉🙌

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming three new faculty members to the Department of Pediatrics. We’re thrilled to have Drs. Kayla Bird, Amr Hammouda and Rachel Roark join our team. We look forward to the expertise and care they will bring to our patients and community! 👋 💚 ⭐️

Pictorial of Kayla Bird, Amr Hammouda and Rachel Roark

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We did it again! For the 17th straight year, Children’s of Alabama is ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report. Eight pediatric specialties made the 2026-27 list and the Department of Pediatrics couldn’t be prouder!🌎👏

Gold shield reading "Best Children's Hospitals" with a U.S. News & World Report ribbon stating "Ranked in 8 specialties 2026–2027."

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to Stephen Clark, M.D., assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Cardiology, on graduating from the ninth cohort of UAB Medicine’s Sharing Authentically to Inspire and Lead (SAIL) program!🎉🙌

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: "Rud Polhill Memorial Lecture: Becoming a Lifelong Learner" with Dr. Haley Polhill, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Attending, The Children's Hospital at Tristar Centennial, Nashville, TN, Thursday, September 17, 12–1 p.m. 🗓️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/RxWgkjG

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

UAB and Children’s of Alabama have been named a Team Telomere Center of Excellence for Telomere Biology Disorders. Chibuzo Ilonze, M.D., MPH, FAAP, will lead pediatric care, while Pongtawat Lertwilaiwittaya, M.D., will lead adult care! 🧬

Side-by-side professional headshots of Chibuzo Ilonze and Pongtawat Lertwilaiwittaya

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Congratulations to Ryne Simpson, M.D. and Vivek Shukla, M.D., on being named 2026 Blazer Bridge Fund recipients! 🎉👏 Read more about their projects here: buff.ly/PCTYjqA

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Namasivayam Ambalavanan, in the Division of Neonatology, on his appointment as Executive Vice Chair for Research in the UAB Department of Pediatrics!👏 🎉

Healthcare professional in a white lab coat and glasses, seated in a clinical office with a computer monitor showing a purple-stained tissue image, looking directly at the camera with a calm, neutral expression.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The Division of Adolescent Medicine’s Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is helping high school students from Jefferson and Wilcox counties build leadership skills, explore careers in health care and make their voices heard! 🗣️🤝🌟 🔗 :https://buff.ly/k2nsYyH

A diverse group of smiling teens posing together in a quilting workshop, many wearing white T-shirts reading "YAB" (Youth Advisory Board), beneath a wall banner that says "Freedom Quilting Bee Legacy."

Students practicing CPR on infant and adult manikins in a school gym, performing chest compressions and rescue breaths at folding tables while instructors watch and guide them.

Teens and an older woman collaborate around a large patchwork quilt, pinning and hand-sewing fabric squares together during a community workshop.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Congratulations to Kent Willis, M.D., on receiving an NIH R03 grant from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute! The award will support his research on how early-life immune responses may contribute to chronic lung disease later in adulthood!🫁 🔗 :https://buff.ly/ZLvQnrD

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “The Anti-M&M: Positive Outcomes Conference. Learning from Success and Highlighting Safety” with Drs. Alexis Aranda and Grant Imbrock, UAB Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Thursday, September 10, 12–1 p.m! 🗓️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/RxWgkjG

Grand Rounds graphic of Alexis Aranda and Grant Imbrock

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

David Kimberlin, M.D., is helping lead UAB’s Clinical Trialist Development Program. The program provides early- and mid-career faculty with protected research time, mentorship and specialized training! 💪 🔬 🔗: buff.ly/cFqqMy0

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming twelve new faculty members to the Department of Pediatrics. We look forward to the expertise and care they will bring to our patients and community! Click below to view our new faculty!👋 💚 ⭐️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/7G5rgIE

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “Pediatrician Brain Tumors in Nebraska: Leveraging the Power of Team Science to Address this Scourge” with Dr. Sidharth Mahapatra, associate professor, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Thursday, September 3, 12–1 p.m! 🔗 :https://buff.ly/RxWgkjG

Grand Rounds graphic of Sidharth Mahapatra

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Robert Richter, M.D., M.S., (Pediatric Critical Care), contributed to a recent study exploring the benefits of fresh frozen plasma following traumatic injury. The findings talks about how plasma resuscitation may improve outcomes for trauma patients! 🔗: buff.ly/41R2rHk

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

👋 Meet Sandy Pilgrom, a billing office associate with UAB’s Department of Pediatrics. With nine years at UAB, Pilgrom is dedicated to supporting patients, resolving account needs and helping her colleagues succeed!💚

Graphic of Sandy Pilgrom highlighting her as August DOP Spotlight

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Donna Murdaugh, Ph.D., in the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, was named a 2025 recipient of the UAB Heersink School of Medicine CARES Intramural Funding Program. The funding helps Murdaugh maintain momentum in her research and advance ongoing studies! 🔬👏

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs)” with Drs. Hope Wilson, Christopher Chiu and Samuel Masur, Thursday, August 27, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️ 🔗:https://buff.ly/9JvekDo

Grand rounds flyer noting speaker and event details. View link in caption for more details.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

The UAB and Children’s of Alabama PICU has reduced unplanned extubations by approximately 72%, becoming a national leader through collaboration, education and sustained quality improvement!📉 💪 🤝 🔗 :https://buff.ly/Oen3H9q

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Daycare can mean lots of little ones and lots of germs. Maria Rueda-Altez, M.D., Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases shares practical tips to help families keep children healthy and know when it’s best to stay home!🧒 🤒 💚 🔗 :https://buff.ly/0ktkaU9

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Meet the 2026-2027 Pediatric Underserved and Global Health (PUGH) Scholars! These pediatric residents are building skills to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to children around the world! ⭐️ 🌎 Meet this year’s scholars here: buff.ly/AFXnzly

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “Longitudinal Trends in SANE evaluations at Children’s of Alabama” with Drs. Kara Huls, UAB Peds Emergency Medicine and Emma Sartin, Health Policy and Organization, Thursday, August 20, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom/in-person! 🗓️ buff.ly/9JvekDo

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Best Resident Educator Award winners! Anna Paige Crumbley (PGY1), John Charles Nichols (PGY2) and Owen Chandler (PGY3) were recognized by third-year medical students for their outstanding teaching and support!💚👏 🏆️

Headshots of Anna Paige Crumbley, John Charles Nichols and Owen Chandler

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Leon Dure, M.D., reflects on his years of leadership in the UAB Division of Pediatric Neurology and shares what’s ahead as he expands his global health work and continues finding new ways to improve care for children with neurological conditions!🌍🤝 🔗 :https://buff.ly/JwJsdDh

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions in children. Teresa Magruder, M.D., associate professor in Pediatric Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, shares tips to help families recognize symptoms, manage asthma and reduce common triggers!🫁 💚 🔗 :https://buff.ly/WGOmwkd

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

When is the right time to introduce your tween to technology? Margaret Canter, Ph.D., assistant professor in Gen Peds, shares tips to help parents set healthy boundaries, encourage online safety and make the transition to technology a little easier!📱 🔗:https://buff.ly/cSycxQy

Young girl laying on floor scrolling on phone

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “Helping Patients Access Tomorrow’s Therapies Today” with Dr. Kim Benner, Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the Samford University McWhorter School of Pharmacy, Thursday, August 13, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom/in-person! 🗓️ 🔗:https://buff.ly/9JvekDo

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We’re excited to announce the 2026-2027 PRIME Scholars! Congratulations to the UAB Pediatrics residents selected for this year’s cohort as they continue developing their skills and passion for medical education! 🎉👏 🔗: buff.ly/Au2tKjb

Pictorial of the PRIME Scholar Recipients

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Get your child ready for the school year! Suresh Boppana, M.D., interim director in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease shares why annual back-to-school checkups are key to keeping kids healthy and ready to learn! 📚🩺 ✏️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/tfP6Axm

Little girl holding school supplies in arms

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

A new gene therapy is offering hope for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Learn how UAB and Children’s of Alabama are expanding access to this promising treatment!🔬 🧬 🤝 🔗 :https://buff.ly/2tZtGwb

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Congratulations to Adolfo Molina, M.D., MSHQS, associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, on this well-deserved honor as the W. Michael Warren Endowed Chair of Improvement Science! 👏 ⭐️

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Congrats to Drs. Byron Lai, Ariel A. Salas and Hope P. Wilson on securing more than $4.6 million in NIH funding after leveraging KPRI support. Their success demonstrates how KPRI investments help advances child health!🔬 📈 💚 🔗 :https://buff.ly/yLGSoCn

Headshots of Byron Lai, Ariel A. Salas and Hope P. Wilson

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming five new faculty members to the Department of Pediatrics. We’re thrilled to have Drs. Mary Margaret Barr, Kulsajan Bhatia, Adam Gailani, Brian Murphy and Elad Resnick join our team! 👋 💚 ⭐️

Graphic that includes headshots from Drs. Mary Margaret Barr, Kulsajan Bhatia, Adam Gailani, Brian Murphy and Elad Resnick.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

👋 Meet Emma Nichols, a RN in the Peds Primary Care Clinic whose compassion and dedication help children and families feel supported every day. From educating parents to mentoring pediatric residents, Nichols is making a meaningful impact on patient care!

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Chrystal Rutledge (Peds Critical Care) on graduating from the UAB Medicine Institute for Leadership’s 12th cohort! Participants strengthened their leadership and management skills while learning from executive leaders across UAB!👏 ⭐️ 💚

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “Opioids and Overdoses” with Dr. Sukhshant Atti, professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, UAB, Thursday, July 30, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️ 🔗:https://buff.ly/cgsbsp7

Ground Rounds Flyer detailing title, location and date.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We are proud to announce our 2026-2027 McDonald Scholars: Drs. Lauren Brooker, Sarah Hicks, Tabitha Kearns, Margaret Forshag, Kelsey Staggs and Danielle Windom. This honor recognizes their dedication to pediatric care in underserved and rural communities across Alabama!🏆️ 👏

Headhsot of Drs. Lauren Brooker, Sarah Hicks, Tabitha Kearns, Margaret Forshag, Kelsey Staggs and Danielle Windom

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Congratulations to Erinn Schmit, M.D., associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, on being named Assistant Program Director of the UAB Pediatric Residency Program! In her new role, she will help mentor and educate the next generation of pediatricians!👏

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Congrats to Dr. Maria Rueda-Altez, in the Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, on her appointment to the NBME USMLE Microbiology and Immunology Test Material Development Committee! 👏 ⭐️

Graphic of Maria Rueda-Altez being appointed to committee

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Thanks to the efforts of Scott Turner, DNP, (Pediatric Neurology) and dedicated patient advocacy groups, the City of Birmingham officially proclaimed June as Migraine and Headache Awareness Month! Learn more below.🏛️ 📢 🧠 🔗 :https://buff.ly/i7hNxFK

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Join us for Grand Rounds: “Medical Malpractice Litigation” with Dr. Joe Philips, professor, Division of Neonatology, Thursday, July 23, 12–1 p.m. Available via Zoom and in person at the Bradley Lecture Center! 🗓️ 🔗:https://buff.ly/Xcbm1VZ

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

We are pleased to announce the 2026-2027 Founders' Fund recipients! Congratulations to these outstanding individuals for their dedication to pediatric education and excellence in training!🏆️ 👏⭐️ 🔗 :https://buff.ly/qUxWn1P

Graphic that list the 2026 Founders' Fund recipients. View in our bio for link to full list.

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UAB Department of Pediatrics @uabpediatrics.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Adolfo Molina, associate professor in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine, on joining the American Academy of Pediatrics Pediatric Acute Care Cardiology Collaborative Quality Network Steering Committee! 🎉 ⭐️

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