I’m Dr. Van Don Williams II, a pediatric hospitalist dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children who are ill enough to be admitted to the hospital. I also serve as a nursery hospitalist, caring for newly born babies in the newborn nursery. My commitment extends to addressing not only the immediate health needs of each patient but also their overall well-being, including their emotional and social needs.
My care philosophy centers around holistic, patient-centered care that recognizes and respects each patient's individuality. I strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where patients and their families feel heard, valued and empowered to participate in their care decisions. I place a strong emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of healthcare, ensuring that care is equitable and tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Outside of my professional life, I am a passionate singer who has explored genres such as gospel, jazz, and rhythm and blues (R&B), and I have even branched out into opera. I am also an avid reader of sci-fi/fantasy books, with my favorite authors being Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson.
MD: The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, 2018.
Residency: Pediatrics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai / Kravis Children's Hospital, New York, NY, 2018-2021.
Chief Residency: Pediatrics, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai / Kravis Children's Hospital, New York, NY, 2021-2022.
Fellowship: Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Michigan State University / Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI, 2022-2024.
Certification: Pediatrics, 2021.
Pediatric Hospital Medicine; Newborn Medicine
Health equity research that involves community outreach; DEI and its intersection with medical education of medical students, residents, and fellows
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