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Nia J. Heard-Garris, MD, MSc

Nia J. Heard-Garris, MD, MSc

Attending Physician, Advanced General Pediatrics and Primary Care Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Advanced General Pediatrics and Primary Care), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Language: English

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About Me

Clinical Interests: Children with diverse backgrounds, immigrant children, research and emphasis on helping children thrive

Specialties, Programs & Conditions

Specialties:

Advanced General Pediatrics & Primary Care

Education & Training

Education: Howard University College of Medicine, 2011

Postgraduate Training: Fellowship in academic general pediatrics and primary care, University of Michigan, 2015-2017; Residency in pediatrics, Children's National Medical Center, 2011-2014

Board Certifications: Pediatrics

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Research

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Publications

The Detrimental Influence of Racial Discrimination on Child Health in the United States
J Natl Med Assoc
Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Health: Early Life Adversity as a Contributor to Disparities in Cardiovascular Diseases
J Pediatr219267-273
Adverse Experiences and Special Health Care Needs Among Children
Matern Child Health J24 (5): 552-560
Ignoring Goldfarb's Warning: Why Studying and Addressing the Social Context Matters
J Pediatr2199-10.e1
Association of Childhood History of Parental Incarceration and Juvenile Justice Involvement With Mental Health in Early Adulthood
JAMA Netw Open2 (9): e1910465

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