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Jennifer (Rucka) Thomas, MD, Pediatrics, Franklin, WI

Jennifer(Rucka)ThomasMDMPH

Pediatrics Franklin, WI

Pediatrician and breastfeeding medicine specialist at Aurora Health Care Franklin

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  • Office

    4202 W. Oakwood Park Ct.
    Ste 200
    Franklin, WI 53132
    Phone+1 414-423-5250
    Fax+1 414-423-5256

Summary

  • Dr. Jennifer (Rucka) Thomas is a pediatrician based in Franklin, WI who also specializes in Breastfeeding and Lactation Medicine. She completed her medical education and postgraduate training at the Medical College of Wisconsin, and also holds a BA in English from Marquette University. Besides clinical practice, Dr. Thomas has teaching experience as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She has expertise in healthcare social media and lactation support, with several publications related to breastfeeding. Her accomplishments include receiving the Aurora Star from Aurora Health Care in 2018 and being recognized as a Fellow by the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine in 2008. She was in the first group of physicians in the US and Canada to be board certified in Breastfeeding Medicine.

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

  • Birth Weight, Bilirubin and Blood Sugars: What Do the Numbers Mean for Newborn Care? 
    Manila, Cebu and Davao, Philippines - 1/1/2015
  • The Case against Breastfeeding: Evaluating the Evidence, How Do We Respond? 
    Manila, Cebu and Davao, Philippines - 1/1/2015
  • What's the Buzz About Breastfeeding and Marijuana 
    Madison, WI - 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

  • AAP Releases Recs for Identifying Ankyloglossia and Its Effects on Breastfeeding
    AAP Releases Recs for Identifying Ankyloglossia and Its Effects on BreastfeedingJuly 29th, 2024
  • 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
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