Monica Burnett
About Monica Burnett
Monica Burnett is a Physician Assistant at NYU Langone Health with a diverse background in healthcare, ethics, and legal aspects related to healthcare.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Monica Burnett currently works as a Physician Assistant at NYU Langone Health, starting from 2023. Her role involves providing primary and specialty medical care under the supervision of physicians. Monica’s duties include diagnosing illnesses, developing treatment plans, and conducting physical exams. Her position at this prominent healthcare institution reflects her progression within the medical field.
Professional Experience in Healthcare
Monica Burnett has amassed significant experience in diverse healthcare roles. Her journey includes positions at Stony Brook University, Yale Pediatric Specialty Center, Banner University Medical Center - Phoenix, and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. At Stony Brook, she completed clinical rotations as a Physician Assistant. As a Medical Assistant at Yale, she focused on pediatric care. Her work as a Patient Care Assistant at Banner University Medical Center involved assisting with patient treatment plans. These roles provided her with comprehensive medical and administrative skills that are essential for her current position.
Education and Academic Background
Monica Burnett’s educational background is extensive. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Stony Brook University in 2022. Prior to that, she completed her undergraduate studies at Cornell University, where she majored in Philosophy and minored in Business. During her time at Cornell, she also focused on medical ethics and gained experience as a Research Assistant. Additionally, Monica participated in a semester abroad at the University of Leeds, concentrating on applied ethics. Her early academic foundation was laid at Bard High School Early College Queens.
Experience in Health Communications
Monica Burnett worked with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as a Health Communications City Service Member from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she was involved in creating and disseminating public health information. This position provided her with critical skills in health communication, contributing to her ability to effectively educate and inform patients about their medical conditions and treatment options.
Corporate Paralegal Experience at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
From 2015 to 2017, Monica Burnett worked as a Corporate Paralegal at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. This role involved assisting attorneys with corporate transactions, legal documentation, and compliance matters. Her experience in this legal environment equipped her with a unique perspective on the legal aspects of healthcare, enriching her understanding of medical ethics and regulatory requirements. This diverse professional background supports her holistic approach to patient care and healthcare administration.