Elaine R Morgan

Elaine R Morgan, MD is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, with dual appointments in Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation and Palliative Care. She practices at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and is affiliated with the Institute for Public Health and Medicine, Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute, and the Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute.

Education:

• MD: University of Pennsylvania (1971)
• Certificate: Medical College of Wisconsin (2001)
• Residency: Children's Hospital, Los Angeles, Pediatrics (1974)
• Fellowship: Children's Hospital-Boston, Hematology/Oncology (1975)

Research Interests: Dr. Morgan's research spans pediatric oncology, palliative care, and bioethics. She focuses on improving treatments for hematologic malignancies, particularly pediatric leukemia, and advancing quality improvement in pediatric palliative care. Her work addresses pain management, ethical challenges in clinical research, and health equity, aiming to enhance the quality of life for children with cancer and their families.

Recent Publications: Her recent work reflects a dual focus: in oncology, she investigates health equity in acute myeloid leukemia and infection risks in neutropenic children; in palliative care, she explores patient engagement and ethical complexities in end-of-life care. These efforts demonstrate her commitment to integrating clinical research with compassionate, patient-centered care.

Scientific Awards:

• Oncologist of the Year, Leukemia Lymphoma Society of America (2021)
• Teacher of the Year, Department of Pediatrics, Feinberg School of Medicine (2009)
• Multiple "Top Doctor" recognitions from Chicago Magazine and Castle Connolly since 2006
• Resident Award for Engagement, Lurie Children's Hospital (2023)

Advising and Professional Service: Dr. Morgan serves on the Medical Advisory Board for Make A Wish and multiple committees including the AAHPM Annual Conference Abstract Selection Committee and the ASPHO palliative care and ethics SIGs. She is an active member of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, and the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities.

Labs and Teams: She is a member of the Children's Oncology Group and conducts research within the Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance pediatric cancer care and palliative medicine.