Professor Dr. Melissa Scala

Biography

Melissa Scala is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics specializing in Neonatology at Stanford University. Her clinical focus includes developmental care for preterm newborns and neonatal-perinatal medicine. A graduate of the Georgetown University School of Medicine, she completed her residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and furthered her training with a fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital. Scala is board certified in Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, reflecting her commitment to high standards of care. Her extensive experience in pediatric hospital medicine has solidified her reputation as a leader in her field, and she is actively involved in medical education, training future pediatricians in the challenges and intricacies of neonatal care.

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