Mission of the Department of Pediatrics

Through excellence, innovation and collaboration, we will improve the health of all children and adolescents by educating the pediatric and physician leaders of the future, advancing research, advocating for children and providing the nation's best primary and specialty pediatric clinical care. In partnership with our health care and academic institutions, we will create a collegial environment where academic faculty can reach their personal and professional goals.

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Breastfeeding trouble linked to tongue-tied babies: Dr. Isabella Knox, Neonatology Division (12.27.11 - King 5 News)
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Recently published Jump Ropes to Genetics, a guided tour of the future of pediatric medicine, features many chapters authored/co-authored by UW Pediatrics faculty members
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Rankings

US News and World Report ranks UW Pediatrics 8th in the country, the UW School of Medicine 1st in primary care, 9th in research, and the 4th most popular medical school in the nation, and also lists UW Medical Center on the Best Hospitals for 2011-12 Honor Roll