Melissa Wood-Katz Institution-verified

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UAMS

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Pediatrics, College of Medicine

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Melissa Wood-Katz's research focuses on child and adolescent health, with a specific emphasis on understanding and addressing health disparities. Her work investigates the psychosocial and emotional development of children and adolescents, particularly in the context of adverse experiences like abuse and trauma. Dr. Wood-Katz also examines the impact of substance exposure during pregnancy and its effects on infant development.

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