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Maria Behnam-Terneus, DO, Pediatrics, Miami, FL

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Pediatrics Miami, FL

Hospitalist

Pediatric Residency Program Associate Director and Pediatric Hospitalist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

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  • Office

    3100 SW 62nd Ave
    Miami, FL 33155
    Phone+1 305-668-5590

Education & Training

  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital
    Nicklaus Children's HospitalChief Residency, Pediatrics, 2012 - 2013
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital
    Nicklaus Children's HospitalResidency, Pediatrics, 2009 - 2012
  • Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 2009
  • Nova Southeastern University
    Nova Southeastern UniversityB.S., Biology, 2001 - 2005

Certifications & Licensure

  • FL State Medical License
    FL State License 2011 - 2026
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • AOA Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award Nova Southeastern University, 2015

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Development of a Curricular Framework for Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowships  
    Jerardi, K., et al, Pediatrics, 1/1/2017

Books/Book Chapters

Abstracts/Posters

  • "Dexamethasone as steroid of choice in acute asthma exacerbations."
    Mannemuddhu S, Ortega C, Balani S, Del Castillo Lemos C., Behnam-Terneus, FCAAP (Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics) Conference, 1/1/2017
  • "EQUIPP: Medical Home"
    Henley K, Behnam-Terneus, M, Selem S, Gonzalez A, Wood M, Rodriguez M, Barreto J, 9th Annual NCH Scholarship Day, 1/1/2017
  • "Implementing the AAP 2016 SIDS/Safe Sleeping Guidelines in the Inpatient Setting"
    Seblani M, Jackson JR, Behnam-Terneus, 9th Annual NCH Scholarship Day, 1/1/2017
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Lectures

  • Pediatric Dermatology Review. 
    1/1/2012
  • Post-Residency Preparation. 
    1/1/2012
  • Cerebral Palsy. 
    1/1/2011
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Professional Memberships

Other Languages

  • Spanish