Alicia Pilarski

Alicia Pilarski, DO, is a Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). She serves as the Wellness Contact for her department, focusing on improving healthcare team well-being and addressing systemic challenges in emergency medicine practices. Her work bridges clinical care, education, and institutional policy, emphasizing interprofessional collaboration and mental health support for healthcare professionals.

Dr. Pilarski’s research interests center on resident well-being, physician resilience, and the implementation of human-centered design in healthcare programs. She investigates topics such as law enforcement roles in resuscitation environments and strategies to combat secondary traumatic stress in medical teams.

Her publications highlight trends in wellness initiatives, peer support systems, and communication strategies in emergency settings. Notable contributions include multidisciplinary wellness programs and evidence-based guidelines for clinical scheduling during pregnancy.

No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Her advising and administrative roles include leading wellness-focused projects within MCW’s Emergency Medicine department.