David A. Ansell

David A. Ansell, MD, MPH, is the Michael E. Kelly, MD, Presidential Professor of Internal Medicine at Rush Medical College, Rush University. He serves as Associate Provost for Community Affairs at Rush University and Senior Vice President for Community Health Equity at Rush University Medical Center. His roles emphasize addressing healthcare disparities and community health equity through academic leadership and institutional policy.

Dr. Ansell earned his MD from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University College of Medicine and holds an MPH. His research focuses on healthcare disparities, community health equity, and public health policy, with notable contributions to understanding racial disparities in healthcare access during the COVID-19 pandemic and infectious disease preparedness through initiatives like the Chicago Ebola Response Network.

His recent publications highlight antiracist action in medicine, pandemic response strategies, and global cardiovascular health determinants. While no specific awards are listed, his work reflects significant contributions to healthcare equity advocacy and policy reform. He is actively involved in interdisciplinary teams addressing systemic health inequities and has been a consistent voice in medical ethics and community-based healthcare solutions.