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Travis Odom, MD

Education

Medical School: ECU Brody School of Medicine

Residency: ECU Health/Vidant Medical Center

Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio

Certification

American Board of Pediatrics

Bio

Dr. Odom grew up in Durham, NC, and spent the early part of his career caring for underserved and uninsured families in local health clinics and through global health initiatives. From that experience, Dr. Odom discovered that families caring for their children is the backbone of society, and knew he wanted to pursue a career in pediatric critical care medicine. Throughout his training, Dr. Odom has also honed his passion for medical education. 

Dr. Odom is excited to live in the beautiful Hampton Roads region and proud to be part of the CHKD team. When he is not at work, Dr. Odom enjoys spending time with his family and friends, as well as exploring the local region and traveling.

Additional Information

Research Areas

  • Cardiopulmonary bypass
  • Anticoagulation and hemorrhage

Clinical Interests

  • GME education
  • Pediatric congenital heart surgery

Awards & Honors

  • Best Original Research Presentation, UT Health San Antonio Pediatrics Research Forum (2024)
  • Best Teaching Fellow Award, UT Health San Antonio Department of Pediatrics (2023)

Publications

1. Odom TL, Eubanks J, Redpath N, Davenport E, Tumin D, Akpan US. Development of necrotizing enterocolitis after blood transfusion in very premature neonates. World J Pediatr. 2023 Jan;19(1):68-75. doi: 10.1007/s12519-022-00627-0. Epub 2022 Oct 13. PMID: 36227506.

2. Odom TL, Zheng Y, Kattan G, Tumin D, Strickland DM, Steed RD, Sarno LA. Recognition of congenital heart disease in subsequent hospital visits among children with a prenatal diagnosis. Progress in Pediatric Cardiology. 2022; 65(101490) 1058-9813. doi: 10.1016/j.ppedcard.2022.101490.

Pediatric ambulance outside CHKD Emergency Entrance.

Emergency Care

CHKD's Emergency Center is home to the first and only Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center in Hampton Roads, offering the highest level of care available to trauma patients under the age of 15. Our comprehensive team of pediatric emergency medicine specialists are ready to care for the unique needs of children 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.