Brenna Yard, M.D., FAAP

  • Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, School of Medicine

Biography

Dr. Brenna Yard specializes in inpatient pediatric and newborn care. At Hillsboro Medical Center she cares for babies and children who need to stay in the hospital because they are premature, sick or injured. She also works in the NICU at OHSU, where she focuses on supporting patients and families as they transition from hospital to home.

Dr. Yard understands how stressful it can be when your child is in the hospital. She is committed to caring for the whole family, making sure parents and caregivers feel informed, supported, and heard every step of the way.

While she has lived in many places, the Pacific Northwest is home. Dr. Yard lives here with her husband and their three children. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the area and trying various new craft projects.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.A., 2000, St. Olaf College
    • M.D., 2006, Wake Forest School of Medicine
  • Residency

    • Pediatrics, University of California Davis, Davis, CA, 2009
  • Certifications

    • American Board of Pediatrics

Memberships and associations:

  • American Academy of Pediatrics

Publications