Monday, April 14, 2014

USA Welcomes Dr. Lynn Batten

Dr. Lynn Batten recently joined the University of South Alabama department of pediatrics as the director of the division of pediatric cardiology. Prior to her appointment, she was in private practice with Cardiology Associates in Mobile.

Dr. Batten graduated from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and conducted her pediatric residency training at USA Children’s and Women’s Hospital, where she also served as pediatric chief resident. She completed her fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans, La.

“We are excited about Dr. Batten's joining our full time faculty,” said Dr. David Gremse, professor and chair of pediatrics at the USA College of Medicine. “Her excellent relationship with the community, as well as with her patients and their families will greatly add to the clinical services we provide in the department of pediatrics.”

She has been an active member of USA’s pediatric department as an adjunct faculty member and has been an active member of the medical staff at USA Children's and Women's Hospital since 2000.

“Her outstanding teaching skills will contribute to the success of our medical students and pediatric residents,” said Dr. Gremse.

Dr. Batten is board certified in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics. She is also licensed in both Alabama and Mississippi.

To make an appointment with any USA Physician, call (251) 434-3711.