Research
Emphasis Areas

Research Affiliates

Core Services
Behavioral Science Core

Brain Imaging Core

Cellular Morphology Core

Genetics Core

Infant Primate Research Laboratory Core

Instrument Development Laboratory Core

David Woodrum, M.D.

Professor of Pediatrics
Research Affiliate, Center on Human Development and Disability
woodrum@u.washington.edu
206-685-8092
University of Washington, Box 356320
Seattle, WA 98195-6320

Dr. Woodrum's research is founded on knowledge of the medical problems facing infants during the first month of life and an understanding of and appreciation for prenatal care of high-risk patients. He focuses on the ethical aspects of the increasing use of high-tech means for promoting survival of high-risk infants.

The child's best interest is legally and ethically primary and should be weighed over the family's well-being or societal concerns. However, there is considerable discussion about the need to include the family's interests when making life and death decisions regarding severely compromised infants who will be a significant burden. Societal concerns about excessive cost for aggressive care need to be addressed at the policy level, rather than on an individual or case-by-case basis.

University of Washington • Center on Human Development and Disability Box 357920 • Seattle WA 98195-7920 USA • 206-543-7701 • chdd@u.washington.edu