Cheryl W. Vance, M.D.

Clinical/Research Interests

Cheryl W. Vance's specialty lies in the emergent care of pediatric, medical and trauma cases, including asthma, seizures, resuscitation, and blunt abdominal, cervical spine and head injuries. In addition to performing patient care, Vance teaches staff and medical students about pediatric emergencies. Her current research interests include CT evaluation of pediatric head trauma and cervical spine injuries. Her snow skiing and rock climbing activities and her knowledge of the risks they present allow her to personalize care for those suffering from traumatic situations.

Title:

Professor

Specialty:

Emergency Medicine

Center/Program Affiliation:

UC Davis Children's Hospital

Education:

University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Jackson, Mississippi
M.D. 1985

Pacific Union College
Angwin, California
B.S. 1978

Residency:

Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
1985-89

Fellowships:

Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California
1989-91

Board Certifications:

American Board of Pediatrics, 1992
American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, 1989

Professional Memberships:

Ambulatory Pediatric Association
American Academy of Pediatrics
American Academy of Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine
American Academy of Pediatrics, Transport Medicine

Honors and Awards:

Alpha Omega Alpha, University Of Mississippi, 1985
Department of Surgery Award, University of Mississippi, 1985
Merck and Company Book Award University of Mississippi, 1985
Phi Kappa Phi, University of Mississippi, 1985