Ciara Barclay-Buchanan

Ciara Barclay-Buchanan, MD is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, affiliated with the Department of Emergency Medicine under the School of Medicine and Public Health. She currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer for UW Health University Hospital, focusing on clinical leadership, health equity, and graduate medical education.

• Education: Medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine, residency at Detroit Medical Center.
• Previous roles include Vice Chair of Operations and Associate Residency Program Director.

Her research interests span emergency department operations, trauma care, peer review, and medical education, with a focus on improving patient experiences and addressing disparities. She has authored emergency medicine textbooks and led initiatives like the Quality, Operations, and Leadership Team (QOLT).

Recent scientific awards include:

• 2023 – Physician Excellence Award in Clinical Leadership (UW Health)
• 2022 – Ripple Award for Leadership & Service (BerbeeWalsh Department)
• 2017 – Wayne State University Recent Alumni Award

Her publications highlight advancements in emergency diagnostics, pandemic response, and equity-driven care models. She also oversees Graduate Medical Education at UW Health, emphasizing clinician well-being and education.