Donna P. Phillips

Donna P. Phillips, MD, is a Clinical Professor in both the Department of Orthopedic Surgery and the Department of Pediatrics at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. She holds additional roles as Assistant Dean for Simulation Education and Director of Graduate Medical Education (GME) Quality and Safety. She completed her MD at Baylor College of Medicine. Her research focuses on patient safety initiatives, diversity in medical education, and the impact of electronic medical records (EMR) on clinical practices. Her work addresses systemic challenges in residency training, including improving communication skills among surgical residents, enhancing diversity recruitment in orthopedic surgery, and refining EMR documentation practices. Recent publications highlight her contributions to healthcare quality improvement, trainee well-being, and competency assessment in surgical internships.

Her research trends emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, with studies exploring how faculty diversity influences student application rates and how structured patient safety programs enhance reporting behaviors among trainees. She has also investigated the disconnect between resident perceptions of EMR utility and the quality of clinical notes produced.

• Education:
• MD, Baylor College of Medicine

Publications reflect a commitment to advancing medical education through evidence-based interventions targeting both clinical and educational outcomes. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her leadership roles in GME quality assurance underscores her institutional impact.