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Children’s Health and the Air they Breathe -
Dr. Catherine Karr with a Patient

“One of the things I commonly encounter in my everyday clinical practice is kids with asthma, which is a really important and unfortunately common chronic disease for children,” Dr. Catherine Karr says. 

 
Congratulations to Dr. Beth Lawlor, PhD! -
Dr. Beth Lawlor

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Beth Lawlor, PhD, has been selected as July's Transformer of the Month.  

Congratulations to Dr. Brian Johnston! -
Dr. Brian Johnston

Dr. Brian Johnston is the new Associate Medical Director for Credentialing and Regulatory Affairs at Harborview from July 1, 2023.
 

The Center for Indigenous Health -
Dr. Deen with the graduating class!

The Center for Indigenous Health aims to motivate younger generations to pursue a career in medicine, ultimately leading to a rise in the number of Indigenous physicians practicing both in Washington State and across the country.
 

Dr. Craig Jackson's Milestone Achievement -
Dr. Craig Jackson's Pictures from Over the Years!

In recognition of his lifelong contributions, Dr. Jackson will be transitioning from Professor of Pediatrics to Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics. 
 

More than Skin in the Game - UW Medicine Newsroom -
Child cools off in a fountain

Children are vulnerable to heat, especially with worsening heat conditions and the risk of wildfire smoke inhalation. Dr. Marcus Boos, an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics and director of the Dermatology Residency Program, discusses the issue further. 

 

UW Pediatrics Welcomes Adolescent Medicine Division Administrator -
Susan Cameron

Susan Cameron is appointed as the new UW Pediatrics Division Administrator of Adolescent Medicine. The Division of Adolescent Medicine is a Clinical-Science division within the Department of Pediatrics. The annual budget for the division is approximately $4.5M and includes research funding based at the Seattle Children’s Research Institute. 

Congratulations to our Providers Recognized in Seattle Magazine's 2023 List of Top Doctors -
Dr. Abby Grant with a Patient

The Top Doctor's list helps patients find the best physicians and improve their access to quality healthcare. Read more about the process and the doctors who made the list. 
 

2023 CARE Fund Awardees -
Biochemical Genetics

Ten UW pediatrics faculty members receive recognition in the Andy Hill CARE Fund, which provided $30.6 million for 32 cancer research grants in Washington.
 

Dr. Scott's Touching Retirement Party -
A colleague sharing a story about his time with Dr. Scott

Doctor Ronald Scott retires after 60 years in the Department of Pediatrics. The retirement party was filled with gratitude, joy, and tears. Many of his patients thanked him, while colleagues shared moving stories.