Tania Ahluwalia
About Tania Ahluwalia
Tania Ahluwalia is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University, with a focus on pediatric emergency management education in developing countries, particularly India. She has extensive global health experience and research interests in pediatric emergency simulation and tele-simulation.
Work at The George Washington University
Tania Ahluwalia has been serving as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine at The George Washington University since 2018. In this role, she contributes to the academic and clinical training of medical students and residents, focusing on pediatric emergency care. Additionally, she is involved in enhancing global health education through simulation techniques. Her position at The George Washington University aligns with her commitment to improving pediatric emergency management education, particularly in developing countries.
Education and Expertise
Tania Ahluwalia holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the Medical University of the Americas, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from The George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health, completing her studies from 2019 to 2023. Prior to her medical education, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McMaster University, studying from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in pediatric emergency medicine and global health.
Background in Global Health
Tania Ahluwalia has extensive global health experience, having worked in Thailand, Laos, and Haiti. Her focus is on improving pediatric emergency management education in developing countries, with significant work conducted in India. Her background includes roles that emphasize the importance of medical education and healthcare delivery in diverse settings, enhancing her understanding of global health challenges.
Professional Experience in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Before her current roles, Tania Ahluwalia completed a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship at Children's Mercy Hospital from 2015 to 2018. She has also worked as a Research Assistant at McMaster University and as a Teaching Assistant in Physical Diagnosis at the Medical University of the Americas. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to pediatric emergency care and education, alongside her research interests in simulation and tele-simulation.
Research Interests and Contributions
Tania Ahluwalia's research interests include pediatric emergency simulation and tele-simulation in global health education. She actively engages in qualitative research related to pediatric trauma and quality improvement initiatives. Her work aims to strengthen educational methodologies and improve healthcare outcomes in emergency settings, particularly in resource-limited environments.