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Jennifer (Rucka) Thomas, MD, Pediatrics, Franklin, WI, Aurora West Allis Medical Center

Jennifer(Rucka)ThomasMDMPH

Pediatrics Franklin, WI

Neonatology

Pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist at Aurora Health Care Franklin

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Education & Training

  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Medical College of WisconsinMPH, Delta Omega, 2007 - 2011
  • Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
    Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated HospitalsFellowship, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, 1997 - 1998
  • Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
    Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated HospitalsResidency, Pediatrics, 1993 - 1996
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Medical College of WisconsinClass of 1993
  • Marquette University
    Marquette UniversityBA, English, Magna Cum Laude, 1985 - 1989
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    Medical College of WisconsinMPH

Certifications & Licensure

  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 1994 - 2025
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Aurora Star Aurora Health Care, 2018
  • member Delta omega, 2011
  • Fellow Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, 2008
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Use of Electronic Communication by Physician Breastfeeding Experts for Support of the Breastfeeding Mother  
    Thomas, J, Shaikh, U, Breastfeeding Medicine, 1/1/2012
  • ABM Clinical Protocol #16: Breastfeeding the Hypotonic Infant  
    Thomas, J, Marinelli, K, Hennessy, M and the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocol Committee, Breastfeeding Medicine, 1/1/2007
  • Electronic Communication with Patients for Breastfeeding Support  
    Thomas, J, Shaikh, U, Journal of Human Lactation, 1/1/2007
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Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • Educating Physicians in the Promotion and Support of Breastfeeding: Successful Approaches by Coalition and Professional Organizations
    Lauren Barone, MPH, Jennifer Thomas, M.D, Debra L. Bogen, M.D., Kathleen Marinelli, M.D, Arlene H. Toole, Third National Conference of State/Territory/Tribal Breastfeeding Coalitions, Breastfeeding Medicine, Arlington, Virginia, 1/1/2010
  • Physicians' Use of Electronic Communication for Breastfeeding Support
    Jennifer Thomas and Ulfat Shaikh, Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting, Hawaii, 1/1/2008

Lectures

  • The Case against Breastfeeding: Evaluating the Evidence, How Do We Respond? 
    Manila, Cebu and Davao, Philippines - 1/1/2015
  • Birth Weight, Bilirubin and Blood Sugars: What Do the Numbers Mean for Newborn Care? 
    Manila, Cebu and Davao, Philippines - 1/1/2015
  • Can I Take This? Medication Use, Both Legal and Illegal, in the Breastfeeding Mother 
    Manila, Cebu and Davao, Philippines - 1/1/2015
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Other

  • Talking With Your Pediatrician About Breastfeeding 
    The Boob Group, Podcast Episode 103
    1/1/2014
  • Peers, Professionals, and Pediatricians Working Together to Support Breastfeeding 
    American Academy of Pediatrics Webinar
    1/1/2013
  • Breastfeeding & Social Media 2012: Are You Pediatrician Enough? 
    Thomas J, Breastfeeding: Best for Baby and Mother Newsletter, American Academy of Pediatrics
    1/1/2012
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Press Mentions

  • How Parents Can Help Their Kids Avoid Several Health Hazards Caused by the Heat
    How Parents Can Help Their Kids Avoid Several Health Hazards Caused by the HeatJune 6th, 2018
  • Can You Breastfeed if You Used A Surrogate?
    Can You Breastfeed if You Used A Surrogate?January 16th, 2018
  • 9 Videos That Answer All Your Annoying Pumping Questions
    9 Videos That Answer All Your Annoying Pumping QuestionsAugust 23rd, 2017
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Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations