Overview
Dr. Mary Aitken earned her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and a master’s degree in public health with a concentration in epidemiology from the University of Washington School of Public Health in Seattle. She completed her internship and residency in pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore and a fellowship in pediatrics at the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Aitken, who has been in practice since 1988, is board certified in pediatrics. Among her clinical interests are brain injuries, head trauma, wounds and injuries, and pediatric diabetes. Her research interests include primary prevention of injury and post-injury assessment of health status and outcomes. She has received research funding from the National Institutes of Health, Centers for Disease Control and other agencies to support her studies of injury prevention related to teen driving, car seats, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and safe sleep in high-risk populations. She has been an advocate at the state and national levels on the issue of ATV safety. Dr. Aitken is chair of the Department of Pediatrics at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), where she holds the Dan L. Duncan Distinguished University Chair in Pediatrics. She is also physician-in-chief at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital.
Dr. Aitken is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Traumatic Brain Injury.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Aitken is currently accepting new patients.
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Daryl Scott is a Pediatrics specialist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Scott is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, Hernia, Coffin-Siris Syndrome, and Hypotonia. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mary E. Aitken
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mary E. Aitken?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mary E. Aitken by calling their office at 832-325-7111. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mary E. Aitken a top-rated expert for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mary E. Aitken is classified as an Advanced expert for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Mary E. Aitken specialize in?
While Dr. Mary E. Aitken is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Traumatic Brain Injury. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Mary E. Aitken participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mary E. Aitken has published 47 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). You can view a list of Dr. Mary E. Aitken's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mary E. Aitken accept my insurance?
Dr. Mary E. Aitken accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-325-7111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
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- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Aitken isExperienced. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.