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Pediatrics October 02, 2025

rud polhill award 4The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Pediatrics is proud to announce that Jessica Robinson, M.D., PGY-2 resident in the Department of Pediatrics, has been recognized at the Rutherford Polhill Memorial Grand Rounds with the Rud Polhill Award for Outstanding Resident in Pediatric Emergency Medicine.

The annual award, presented by the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, honors a PGY-2 resident who exemplifies the values of the late Rutherford “Rud” Polhill, M.D., including enthusiasm for learning, willingness to teach and a commitment to lifelong education.

Robinson was recognized for her dedication to clinical excellence, passion for learning and ability to share knowledge with others. Her recognition reflects the department’s commitment to training physicians who embody service, leadership and academic excellence.

Congratulations Dr. Robinson on this outstanding achievement!


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