Adriana R. Verwey

Adriana R. Verwey, M.D., M.P.H., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics at the University of Rochester Medical Center (School of Medicine and Dentistry). She serves as Director of Inclusive Recreation at the Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities and Co-Director for Resident Education in her division.

• Education: B.S. in Biology (Le Moyne College), M.D. (SUNY Upstate Medical University), M.P.H. (University of Rochester)

Dr. Verwey’s research focuses on health disparities and social determinants of health, particularly the impact of neighborhood deprivation on pediatric outcomes. Her work emphasizes data-driven advocacy for community-level interventions and systems-level approaches to inclusive recreation and play for individuals with disabilities.

She has received multiple awards, including the Research Symposium Scholar (2022) and the Department of Pediatrics Chair's Fellow Research Award (2021-2023). Her grant-funded projects include initiatives for inclusive recreation resources and healthy weight programs for children with intellectual disabilities.

• Community roles: Member of Common Ground Healthi Kids Coalition, PlayROCs Advocacy Committee, and Community Advisory Council