Rebecca D. Margolis

Rebecca D. Margolis, DO is a Clinical Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at the University of Southern California, specializing in pediatric anesthesiology and clinician education. Her work focuses on improving clinician well-being, optimizing anesthesia techniques for pediatric patients, and advancing medical education strategies. She holds the title of Clinician Educator, emphasizing both clinical practice and educational initiatives.

Research Interests: Dr. Margolis explores challenges in pediatric anesthesia, clinician mental health during pandemics, and innovative networking programs for professional growth. Her work addresses systemic issues like the 'difficult learner' in medical training and post-pandemic mental health frameworks.

Publications Overview: Her recent articles highlight pandemic impacts on pediatric anesthesiologists, quality improvement in pediatric anesthesia practices, and networking strategies for women in leadership. She consistently publishes in high-impact journals like Anesthesiology Clinics, Anesthesia & Analgesia, and Pediatric Anesthesia.

• Awards:
  • 2022 CM Esterline Award (American College of Osteopathic Anesthesiologists)
  • 2019 Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Anesthesiologists
  • 2017-2022 Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctor
  • 2015 Outstanding Clinician (Virginia Commonwealth University)

Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not listed, her quality improvement projects (e.g., preventing atelectasis in pediatric CT imaging) suggest active research funding. No formal advisees are documented in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Department of Anesthesiology at USC, contributing to interdisciplinary teams focused on pediatric critical care and clinician well-being initiatives.