About the Division of General Pediatrics

Every child needs a health care professional to guide them through the milestones and hurdles of childhood. The UofL Division of General Pediatrics is uniquely prepared to help families successfully navigate their journey. Our health care providers are children's advocates, committed to providing excellent care to every child, from birth through adolescence. As UofL faculty, we are teachers whose care helps health professions students learn the art and science of medicine.

Mission of the UofL Division of General Pediatrics is to achieve and maintain optimal physical, mental, and social well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. As faculty members of the University of Louisville School of Medicine, we strive to create knowledge, to impart that knowledge to others, and to enable learners to take advantage of every educational opportunity.

To carry out this mission, the Division of General Pediatrics must use evidence and creativity to determine how we deliver care.

We focus on:

  • Comprehensive primary care supported by comprehensive research and education
  • Providing access to high quality care in patient centered medical homes for the most vulnerable populations
  • Developing, applying, evaluating and sharing new approaches to health care
  • Implementing vibrant professional homes for the most highly qualified health care providers and medical educators

 

 

    Academic Office

    571 S. Floyd Street, Louisville, KY  40202

     

    Jennifer Stiff, MD, FAAP
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
    Interim Division Chief
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    Amber Pendleton, MD
    Professor of Pediatrics
    Associate Section Chief
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    Kassie Reynolds
    Administrative Assistant
    502-852-8493 l Email

     

     

     

    Patient Care Offices

    Outpatient Offices

    Norton Children's Medical Group - Germantown

    1169 Eastern Parkway, Ste 100, Louisville, Kentucky 440217

    Staci Hibbs, Practice Supervisor - 502-588-0700

    Faculty

    Heather Felton, MD, FAAP, CPST
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Heather Felton received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of
    Kentucky and completed her Residency at the University of Louisville. She joined the
    faculty at UofL in 2013 in the Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Felton’s interests include
    Injury Prevention and Safety for Children. Through her time at the university, she has
    helped with the development of Safe Sleep Kentucky, become a Child Passenger Safety
    Technician, and received additional certification for children with special needs. She is a
    member of the Injury Free Coalition with the University of Louisville and Norton
    Healthcare and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Injury,
    Violence, and Poison Prevention. She joined the Solutions for Patient Safety network in
    2022. Through the Kentucky Safety and Planning Alignment Network she learned of the
    dangers children faced online. She has conducted research in this area, but also used the
    media as a tool for education across various topics and across many platforms. She
    serves as an Official Spokesperson for the AAP and is on the Council for Communications
    and Media.


    Sheridan Langford, MD
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Sheridan Langford received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Texas
    A&M University, medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at
    San Antonio and completed her Pediatric Residency training at the University of
    Louisville. She joined the faculty at UofL in 2015 in the Department of Pediatrics. Dr.
    Langford’s interests include Breastfeeding Medicine, Complementary and Alternative
    Medicine, Kindergarten Preparedness, Social Justice and Health Equity, Community
    Pediatrics, and Global Health Education.

    Norton Children's Medical Group - Novak Center

    411 East Chestnut Street, Level 1, Louisville, Kentucky 40202

    Amanda Bukszar, Practice Manager - 502-588-3440

    Faculty

    Matthew Kinney, MD, FAAP
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Matthew Kinney received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the
    University of Kentucky in 2004, his medical degree from the University of
    Louisville in 2008, and completed his Pediatrics Residency at Northwestern
    University's Feinberg School of Medicine and what was then called Children’s
    Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL from 2008-2011. He has been a faculty member
    in the Department of Pediatrics at the UofL School of Medicine since 2014. Dr.
    Kinney’s clinical interests include Quality Improvement, Ambulatory safety,
    vaccine safety, Primary Care Dermatology, and clinic-based teaching of Pediatrics
    residents and medical students. Dr. Kinney currently serves as the Medical
    Director at the 4 Academic-affiliated NCMG clinics.

    Mirzada Kurbasic, MD, MSCR
    Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Mirzada Kurbasic received her medical degree from the University of Sarajevo, masters in clinical
    research degree from University of Tuzla, and completed her Pediatric Residency at the University
    Hospitals Tuzla and Sarajevo and the University of Louisville. She joined the faculty at UofL in 1997 in the
    General Pediatrics division. Dr. Kurbasic has over 40 years of experience, and as a global health specialist
    she has practiced clinical and academic pediatrics in Europe, North America and South America. She
    currently serves as a leader of ICATCH, the International Community Access to Child Health program, at
    the American Academy of Pediatrics.

    Libby Mims, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Libby Mims received her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn
    University, medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine,
    and completed her Pediatrics Residency at the University of Louisville. She joined Norton
    Children’s Medical Group in 2016 and transitioned to academic pediatrics with Norton
    Children’s Medical Group and the University of Louisville in 2020. Dr. Mims is the
    Director of Climate and Environmental Health for the Department of Pediatrics. She has
    completed a Climate Health Organizing Fellowship, is a Climate Ambassador for
    ecoAmerica, and she regularly lectures about how climate change impacts health and
    advocates for public policy that is good for both the environment and children’s health.
    Her interests include climate change, environmental exposures, and health disparities.

    Marian Morris, MD
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Marian Morris received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Pre-Professional
    Studies from the University of Notre Dame, and she received her medical degree and
    completed her Pediatric Residency at the University of Louisville. She joined the UofL
    faculty in 2015. Dr. Morris has a clinical focus on addressing social detriments of health,
    and she is currently the Medical Champion on the board of Doctors and Lawyers for
    Kids. Her interests include food insecurity and its role in the healthy growth of children.
    Dr. Morris founded the food bank in NCMG Novak Center and remains involved in its
    growth. At this time, Dr. Morris serves as a faculty preceptor for the MS1 and MS2 Humanism in
    Medicine course and is the co-course director for the MS4 transition to residency course

    Amber Pendleton, MD
    Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Amber Pendleton is Professor in Pediatrics at the University of Louisville. She
    received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and medical degree from the University of
    Kentucky, then completed her Pediatrics Residency at the University of Virginia. She
    joined the faculty at UofL in 2010 and became the Associate Division Chief of General
    Pediatrics in 2021. Her primary areas of interest include integrating mental and social
    health into primary care, preventing and treating traumatic stress to enhance resiliency,
    and promoting health equity through building community partnerships.

    Jennifer Porter, MD
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Jennifer Porter received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Howard
    University, medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University, and completed her
    Pediatrics Residency at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. She joined the UofL faculty
    in 2016. Dr. Porter’s interests include early childhood education, heath literacy,
    early childhood development and health equity. Dr. Porter currently serves as the
    Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence Committee, Reach Out and
    Read Site Director, Medical Director of the Early Learning Campus, and Early
    Childhood Taskforce Chair for the Kentucky Chapter American Academy of
    Pediatrics.

    Jonathan Sayat, MD, FAAP
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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     Dr. Jonathan Sayat received his Bachelor of Science from Duke University, medical
    degree from Ohio State University, and completed his pediatric residency at the
    University of Louisville. He joined the UofL faculty in 2005.

    Judith Theriot, MD, CPE
    Professor of Pediatrics

     

    Dr. Judith Theriot received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of New
    Orleans, and received her medical degree and completed her Pediatric Residency at the
    University of Louisville. She joined the UofL faculty in 1998. Dr. Theriot’s research
    experience has focused primarily on the needs of underserved children. She has also
    been involved with vaccine studies and other clinical trials, as well as in curriculum
    development including needs assessments around caring for underserved children and
    training our medical students and residents to recognize the needs of these patients and
    help identify resources for them. Dr. Theriot currently serves as the Medical Director of
    the Kentucky Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs. 

    Jennifer Thompson, MD
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Jennifer Thompson received her Bachelor of Science in Pre-Professional Studies and Spanish from the University of Notre Dame, medical degree from Rush Medical College, and completed her Pediatric Residency at Rush University Medical Center. She joined the University of Louisville faculty in 2013. Her leadership roles include Medical Director of the Kosair Charities Center for Pediatric NeuroRecovery Program and Associate Pediatric Clerkship Director for the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She serves on the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Children with Disabilities (AAP COCWD) Educational Subcommittee and Council on Medical Student Education in Pediatrics (COMSEP) Assessment and Evaluation Collaborative as Co-Chair. Dr. Thompson’s clinical interests include preventive care (for infants and children) and multi-disciplinary care for children with spinal cord injury, and her research interests include pediatric spinal cord injury, children with special healthcare
    needs and medical education. Her advocacy efforts focus on children with spinal cord injury and special healthcare needs. Dr. Thompson earned a Graduate Certificate in Health Professions Education from the University of Louisville and enjoys teaching medical students and residents in the clinical outpatient setting. She mentors medical students and residents and serves on the University of Louisville School of Medicine Student Education Committee and M3-M4 Subcommittee.

    Abigail Williams, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Abigail Williams received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of
    Kentucky, medical degree from the University of Louisville, and completed her Pediatrics
    Residency at Indiana University. She joined the UofL faculty in 2022. Dr. Williams speaks
    both English and Spanish. Her clinical interests include food insecurity, pediatric obesity,
    and immigrant health.

     

    Adolescent Medicine

    Brittany Badal, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Brittany Badal received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of
    Central Florida, medical degree from the University of Louisville, and completed her
    Pediatric Residency at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. She then completed her
    fellowship at the University of California San Francisco in Adolescent Medicine. She
    joined the UofL faculty in 2021. Dr. Badal has clinical interests in eating disorder care,
    addiction treatment, and reproductive health.

     

    Norton Children's Medical Group - NuLu

    1050 East Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40206

    Brittany Bullock, Practice Supervisor - 502-588-8900

    Faculty

    Nicole Bichir, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Nicole Bichir received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in
    Biology, earned her medical degree, and completed her Pediatric Residency all at the
    University of Louisville. She joined the UofL faculty in 2018. She has worked at all
    academic sites, and currently serves as the Director of Refugee Health at the Nulu clinic.
    Dr. Bichir is a passionate advocate for many types of underserved, under resourced, and
    at-risk youth, including LGBTQ, children in foster care, children in residential care, and
    refugee children. She also has a strong interest in mental health and children with
    medical complexity, including those with genetic conditions, children with autism, and
    ADHD. Her research interests include advancing refugee health, and global health. She is
    involved in leading the Domestic Global Health rotation and international elective in
    global health in Tamale, Ghana 

    Norton Children's Medical Group - Stonestreet

    9702 Stonestreet Road, Ste 100, Louisville, Kentucky 40272

    Christie Curtsinger, Practice Manager - 502-588-0610

    Faculty

    Daniel Arnold, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Daniel Arnold received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of
    Kentucky, and he received his medical degree and completed his Pediatric Residency at
    the University of Louisville/Kosair Children’s Hospital. He joined the UofL faculty in 2015.
    Dr. Arnold’s interests include ADHD/mental health and immunizations. He is the director
    of the pediatric ambulatory rotation, the lab director for the NCMG-Stonestreet office,
    and has done research in deprescribing of psychotropic medications. Dr. Arnold has also
    taught residents primary care pediatric topics and outpatient billing.

    Jeffrey Meyer, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Jeffrey Meyer received his Bachelor of Arts in both Psychology and Biology, his
    medical degree from the University of Louisville, and he completed his Pediatric
    Residency at Medical University of South Carolina. He joined the UofL faculty in
    2012. Dr. Meyer has a strong interest in medical student and resident education,
    infectious diseases and vaccination, and dermatology. He has a strong involvement in
    general pediatrics quality improvement, including initiatives for HPV vaccination, dental
    health, and asthma, and is the University's Co-PI for the Path2Purpose adolescent
    mental health study.

    Alexandra Mientus, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Alexandra Mientus received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Saint Vincent
    College, medical degree from West Virginia University, and completed her Pediatrics
    Residency at the University of Louisville. She joined the UofL faculty in 2022. Dr.
    Mientus’ interests include mental health, nutrition and curriculum development.

     

    Jennifer Stiff, MD, FAAP
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Jennifer Stiff received her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Bellarmine University,
    medical degree from the University of Louisville, and completed her Pediatric Residency
    at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She joined the UofL faculty in 2014 and
    has been the Interim Division Chief of General Pediatrics since 2022. She is also the Co-
    Course Director of the Introduction to Clinical Medicine Course. Dr. Stiff’s interests
    include parenting, injury and illness prevention, and nutrition and healthy lifestyle. She
    also enjoys teaching medical students and residents about developing and refining
    communication and physical exam skills.

    Ryan Williams, MD
    Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Ryan Williams received his Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from the
    University of Oregon, medical degree from Oregon Health and Science University, and
    completed his Pediatric Residency at the University of Louisville. He joined the UofL
    faculty in 2020. Dr. Williams’ interests include newborn, infancy, and early childhood, as
    well as ADHD diagnosis and management, and student/resident medical education.

     

    Nagma Zafar, MD, MS, PhD
    Associate Professor of Pediatrics
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    Dr. Nagma Zafar received her medical degree from Gandhi Medical College, completed
    her Pediatric Residency at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan, and Fellowship in
    Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at St Louis Children's Hospital. She also obtained a PhD in
    Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Louisville. Dr. Zafar joined UofL faculty in
    2016 and has been the Director of Newborn Nursery at the University Hospital since
    2017. She is passionate about research, and resident/medical student education in the
    newborn nursery.