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Melissa Hewson, MD
Areas of expertise: Obesity prevention, Breastfeeding, Health equity, Medical education
About Melissa Hewson
Titles
Pediatrician
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Certifications
Pediatrics – American Board of Pediatrics
Awards and Honors
2023, Faculty Teacher of the Year Award, CHOP Pediatrics Residency
2020-2023, Faculty Honor Roll, CHOP Pediatrics Residency
2017, Richard P. Shugerman Award
2015, Alpha Omega Alpha
2015, Leo Tow Humanism in Medicine Student Award
2015, Gold Humanism Honor Society
Leadership and Memberships
2015-present, American Academy of Pediatrics
Education & training
Medical Degree
MD - University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY
Residency
Pediatrics - University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA (Chief Resident)