Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD

Dr. Duncan is a physician in the field of pediatric emergency medicine (PEM). In her clinical work, she strives to deliver compassionate and evidence-based care to pediatric patients in the emergency department. She is deeply committed to patient- and family-centered care, as evidenced by her work to develop and implement a novel curriculum designed to train interdisciplinary care teams to provide support for patients and their families during pediatric resuscitations. Dr. Duncan's commitment to medical education is also reflected in her roles as former Rotation Director for Resident Education in PEM, as well as currently as an Associate Program Director for the PEM Fellowship at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, where she coordinates simulation activities, contributes innovative educational content, and engages in teaching and mentoring of medical students, residents, and fellows. In addition, she is actively involved in a number of institutional and professional service committees, in keeping with her strong interest in advancing healthcare education and practice.

Dr. Duncan's expertise includes curriculum development and educational innovations. In this context, she spearheaded such initiatives as a novel virtual EKG curriculum and a teaching and learning theory elective during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was recognized with a teaching award during her residency and has presented her educational initiatives both locally and nationally. Dr. Duncan's dedication to education in emergency medicine is further reflected in her publications, as well as her participation in conferences and presentations at the national and international levels. She is eager to serve as a leader in shaping the future of PEM education and practice.