Alexis Hyczko, MD, MPH

Alexis Hyczko, MD, MPH, is a categorical pediatric resident in her first year of training at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. Hyczko received her Bachelor of Science degree from Pennsylvania State University Schreyer Honors College. Prior to medical school, she worked at AmeriCorps City Year in Philadelphia where she taught 5th grade, created initiatives to increase school attendance, led an afterschool program and executed beautification projects in Philadelphia’s public schools. She also completed clinical research in gastroenterology and nutrition. Hyczko stayed within the Penn State family and received her Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees from Penn State College of Medicine. During medical school, Hyczko was a community health outreach coordinator at the student-run health clinic and worked to expand health outreach through local and global projects. Her research in medical school focused on maternal feeding practices and the impact of COVID-19 hospital visitor restrictions on families. Hyczko has a growing interest in pursuing a fellowship in a pediatric subspecialty following her residency training. Her other professional interests include advocacy, health systems, and nutrition equity in schools and communities.

Hometown

Blue Bell, PA

Medical School

Penn State College of Medicine

Hobbies and Interests

Running, hiking, kayaking (anything outdoors!), baking, interior design, exploring art, puzzles, traveling to national parks, trying new restaurants

Travel Interests

New Zealand is her favorite place!

"Likes" about Children's Hospital

My co-residents and the faculty, with whom I get to work with every day! Everyone is incredibly supportive and caring, while fostering a learning environment that is inclusive and fun.

Professional and Scientific Society Memberships

• American Medical Association, 2018 - Present
• American Academy of Pediatrics, 2020 - Present