The PEDS Network fellowship program is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of clinical leaders committed to improving early childhood development and reducing disparities for children and families by transforming pediatric primary care practice.
The 15-month fellowship program is sponsored by United Hospital Fund as part of its statewide Pediatrics for an Equitable Developmental Start (PEDS) Learning Network. The PEDS Network recognizes that the first few years of life are crucial in establishing a path toward—or away from—better health and educational outcomes over the lifespan and that clinicians are on the frontlines of supporting families during this critical period.
The PEDS Fellowship is designed for early career physicians, nursing professionals, and clinical social workers licensed to work in New York State. Participants receive mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a stipend to implement an equity-focused, child health project in their work.
For a complete description of the program and eligibility, download the brochure.
Beija Vasquez, MSW, a fellow with United Hospital Fund’s PEDS Learning Network made it her mission to increase the number of pediatric dental visits for babies between 6 and 18 months old, leading to an increase in the number of parents taking their infants to see the dentist.
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PEDS Learning Network Fellow Karina Vattana, MD, opened a free drop-in breast/chest feeding support group known as “Baby Café" at her clinic. The café focuses on reaching minority and diverse families.
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An overview of the Urban Garden Initiative, “Buffalo Sprouts,” led by Dr. Sarah Ventre, MD, MPH, of Niagara Street Pediatrics in Buffalo.
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Amelia Koethen, MSEd, MHC, of Albany Medical Center Pediatrics, discusses her experience as a fellow in the PEDS Learning Network, and how it helped her implement a Trauma-Informed Care training and more.
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- Elizabeth A. Isakson, MD, FAAP, Executive Director, Docs for Tots
- Andrew Aligne, MD, MPH, Executive Director of the Hoekelman Center University at Rochester Medical Center