The 4 PHM fellows at a restaurant
July 31, 2026

Pediatrics honors, August 2026

Announcing this year’s top SIMPL evaluators A heartfelt thank you to all of our faculty for your dedication and involvement in providing resident feedback. Your thoughtful observations, guidance, and encouragement play a vital role in helping our residents grow into…


Screenshot of video of Amelia smiling after ringing the bell
July 31, 2026

In the media, August 2026

(external link) Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital oncology team celebrated a patient’s completion of treatment with a joyous ‘ringing the bell’ moment, filmed by CW39 (external link). Sarah Cavenaugh, MD, joined the Children at Risk podcast (external link) to discuss how…


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July 30, 2026

Resident life highlights, August 2026

Intern Welcome Breakfast Thursday, July 9 10th Floor Resident Lounge Custom omelets and pancakes courtesy of the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Division Meet the new Pediatric Resident Interns >>


Graduating fellows and program director pose with photo frame
July 30, 2026

Congratulations, 2026 graduates!

The Department of Pediatrics is so very proud of the accomplishments of these dedicated physicians and grateful to the faculty teachers and mentors. Best wishes to all of you as you enter the next chapter! Child Neurology Residency Graduation Friday,…


Large group photo of pediatric residents
July 1, 2026

Resident life highlights, July 2026

2026 graduating pediatric residents honor outstanding service On Saturday, June 14, the Pediatric Residency Program had the honor of celebrating the graduation of our senior residents from the Categorical Pediatrics, Pediatric Genetics, Pediatric Neurology, and Internal Medicine-Pediatrics programs. During the…


Infographic of residency program organizational chart
June 29, 2026

Residency program appoints new associate program directors

An important update from the Pediatric Education Team: Suzanne Lopez, MD, Vice Chair of EducationAmalia Guardiola, MD, Director of Undergraduate Medical EducationEmma Omoruyi, MD, MPH, Director of Pediatric ResidencyElizabeth Hillman, MD, MEd, Director of Fellowship Education We are pleased to…


Large group of people in two rows, smiling with balloons on left side
June 29, 2026

Pediatric residents complete Physician Educator Certificate Program as the program celebrates 10 years

[Adapted from UTHealth Houston News (external link), June 10, 2026] The Physician Educator Certificate Program (PECP) at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston recently marked a major milestone during its graduation luncheon, celebrating a decade of preparing residents and fellows…


Four people in front of banner holding plaques
June 3, 2026

2026 Pediatric trainee research symposia showcase scholarly work

Each year, the Department of Pediatrics hosts engaging symposia that provide learners at all levels the opportunity to present research, quality-improvement initiatives, and other innovative projects developed throughout the academic year. These events foster an interactive and supportive environment where…


Group of five women smiling in front of TV monitor
June 3, 2026

Resident life highlights, June 2026

AAP CATCH Grant event at Children’s Museum As part of her American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) CATCH Grant (external link), PGY-3 resident Dominique “Nikki” Dagdag, MD, hosted the second of two successful events with Project DOCC families and pediatric/med-peds residents….


Kevin Nguyen, MD, holds certificate for Humanism Award
June 3, 2026

Pediatrics honors, June 2026

Faculty and staff Don’t miss the 2026 Department of Pediatrics recipients of the Dean’s Teaching Excellence Awards. Residency and Fellowship Program Coordinators Melodie Allison and Judith Cerino (pictured above) won the First Place Viewer’s Choice award for their poster “Everyone…


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