
Overview
Susan J. Woolford, MD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor in the Child Health Evaluation and Research (CHEAR) unit in the Division of General Pediatrics and the Medical Director of the C. S. Mott Children’s Hospital Pediatric Comprehensive Weight Management Center at the University of Michigan. Dr. Woolford earned her medical degree at Michigan State University where she also completed her residency and Chief Residency. She completed her Pediatric Health Services Research Fellowship at the University of Michigan, where she also received her Master of Public Health degree with an emphasis in Health Behavior and Health Education. Her clinical interests are childhood obesity prevention and treatment, particularly for severely obese adolescents.In recognition of her innovative work in the area of childhood obesity, Dr. Woolford has received awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics and from the Society for Adolescent Medicine.Dr. Woolford is pro-vaccine. Learn more about our vaccine policy. Our pediatricians provide evidence-based care for families. We are pro-vaccine and follow the AAP guidelines regarding the immunization schedule.
Dr. Woolford is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 71 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Woolford is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
380 Parkland Plaza Ste 110, Floor 1, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
2 Clinical Trials
University Of Michigan Pediatric Genetics Clinic
Donna Martin is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Martin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses CHARGE Syndrome and Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1). Dr. Martin is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Biochemical Genetics - 2023. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.
Pulmonary Clinic
Dr. Gregory Yanik has been a faculty member within the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program and Division at the University of Michigan since 1992. He was born and raised in the Detroit area, attended medical school at Wayne State University and trained in hematology-oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. He and his wife Marybeth have three grown children. Dr. Yanik has been the recipient of many prestigious awards in recognition of his contributions to medical research, clinical care, and education, including the Leland and Elaine Blatt Professorship of Pediatric Oncology, the University of Michigan Pediatric Teacher of the Year Award, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Chairman’s Citation for Outstanding Service. Dr. Yanik is the founder of and chairs the Executive Committee for the Children’s Hematology Alliance of Michigan (CHAMI), a unique alliance of pediatric hematology/practice teams in the State of Michigan whose goal is to continuously improve the quality of care for children with these medical conditions regardless of where they are treated in the State. In addition to these many activities, Dr. Yanik makes time to serve on the Executive Committee for Make a Wish Michigan. Dr. Yanik is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Neuroblastoma, Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), and Lung Transplant. Dr. Yanik is currently accepting new patients.
Rogel Cancer Center
Dr. Francis Worden received his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1993. Prior to attending medical school, he worked as a registered pharmacist at a large community hospital in Indianapolis. In 1997, Dr. Worden completed a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the Detroit Medical Center and finished a medical oncology/hematology fellowship at the University of Michigan. In July 2000, Dr. Worden joined the faculty at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, where he is currently working as a clinical investigator with both the multidisciplinary head and neck oncology team and the multidisciplinary lung cancer team. Dr. Worden's research interests include organ preservation in head and neck cancer and endocrine oncology. He is the Nancy Wigginton Oncology Research Professor of Thyroid Cancer. Avid competitive swimmer ; cyclist and runner. Dr. Worden is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). Dr. Worden is board certified in Medical Oncology. Dr. Worden is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Susan J. Woolford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Susan J. Woolford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Susan J. Woolford by calling their office at 734-539-5080. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Susan J. Woolford a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Susan J. Woolford is classified as an Distinguished expert for Obesity in Children, 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. Susan J. Woolford specialize in?
While Dr. Susan J. Woolford is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Susan J. Woolford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Susan J. Woolford has published 71 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Susan J. Woolford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Susan J. Woolford accept my insurance?
Dr. Susan J. Woolford accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 734-539-5080 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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