Lisa Drago

Lisa Drago, DO, FAAP serves as Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and Pediatric EMS Medical Director at Cooper University Hospital. Her dual appointment bridges clinical emergency care and academic medicine with specialized focus on pediatric prehospital systems.

Her academic journey includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from West Chester University
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (PSI Sigma Alpha Honor Society)
• Pediatric Osteopathic Internship at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
• Pediatric Residency at Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children
• Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship at Cooper University Hospital

Dr. Drago's research centers on critical gaps in pediatric emergency transport, developing innovative simulation curricula for EMS providers. Her work specifically targets pediatric pain assessment protocols during emergency response and evidence-based stabilization techniques for critically ill children during transport. This operational research directly impacts field practices through her leadership in regional EMS education.

Her professional recognition includes:

• 2012 Outstanding EMS Physician Nomination by NJ Department of Health
• SJ Magazine "Top Docs for Kids" (2020)

As an educator, Dr. Drago directs pediatric EMS training through a Cooper Foundation grant, developing simulation-based modules adopted by regional emergency services. She mentors EMS fellows while maintaining active clinical practice, creating a direct pipeline from educational innovation to improved patient outcomes in pediatric emergency transport. Her national speaking engagements at EMS World Expo and JEMS Conference establish her as a thought leader in prehospital pediatric care.