Nicole R Pouppirt

Nicole R Pouppirt, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics (Neonatology) at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. She holds clinical appointments at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Her work bridges neonatal critical care and neurodevelopmental outcomes research.

Education:

• MD: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School (2011)
• Residency in Pediatrics: New York University School of Medicine (2014)
• Fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2017)
• Chief Fellow: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2017)

• Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics
• Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, American Board of Pediatrics

Research Focus: Dr. Pouppirt investigates neurodevelopmental trajectories of high-risk infants, emphasizing early cerebral palsy detection via tools like the General Movements Assessment. She also leads quality improvement initiatives for neonatal intubation safety, leveraging technologies such as video laryngoscopy. Her research integrates clinical neonatology with outcomes science to optimize infant health.

Publication Trends: Recent articles reflect her dual focus on neonatal airway management (e.g., endotracheal tube safety) and neurodevelopmental interventions. Multidisciplinary collaborations characterize her work, with studies spanning multicenter cohorts, randomized trials, and clinical practice guidelines.

Awards:

• Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics (2016–Present)

Clinical Leadership: She contributes to the NICU-Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Program at Lurie Children's Hospital, managing complex neonatal cases and translating research into bedside care.