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A Message from the Chair

Dr. Wesley Burks
Dr. Wesley Burks
Welcome to the Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine! Although most of us think of children as generally healthy, nearly one of five will have a chronic or complex illness during childhood that will require care by a pediatric subspecialist. With more than 2.3 million children living throughout the state, this is a challenge to say the least.
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Dr. Hamrick wins Lifetime Achievement Award in Medical Education

Hamrick

Harvey Hamrick, MD, was awarded the 2013 UNC School of Medicine Lifetime Achievement Award in Medical Education by the Academy of Educators.
We congratulate Dr. Hamrick on accepting this honor, given to educators for sustained excellence in teaching and mentoring medical students for 10 years or more. Thank you for your service as a teacher and leader, Dr. Hamrick!

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