K. Karisa Walker
About K. Karisa Walker
K. Karisa Walker is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist currently working at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has extensive experience in pediatric anesthesia and holds a Master of Education, with professional interests in anesthesia techniques and educational assessment.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
K. Karisa Walker has been employed as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2018. In this role, she applies her expertise in pediatric anesthesia to ensure the safety and comfort of young patients undergoing surgical procedures. Additionally, she serves as the Associate Program Director for the Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship and Pediatrics-Anesthesiology Residency, contributing to the education and training of future anesthesiologists.
Previous Experience in Pediatric Anesthesia
Before her current position, K. Karisa Walker worked as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist at Seattle Children's from 2014 to 2016 and at Children's Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha from 2016 to 2018. Her experience in these roles involved managing anesthesia care for pediatric patients and addressing complex medical needs in a hospital setting.
Education and Expertise
K. Karisa Walker holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) from Johns Hopkins University School of Education, where she studied from 2014 to 2019. She also earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Thomas Jefferson University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Pacific Lutheran University, obtained from 2001 to 2005. Currently, she is a candidate for a Master of Education in the Health Professions (MEHP) at Johns Hopkins University.
Professional Interests
K. Karisa Walker's professional interests include low-flow and closed-circuit anesthesia techniques, pediatric difficult airway management, and the validity of assessment in education. These areas reflect her commitment to improving pediatric anesthesia practices and enhancing educational outcomes in the health professions.
Background and Early Career
K. Karisa Walker began her career as a Programs Assistant at Pacific Lutheran University from 2002 to 2005. She later completed her residency as a Physician-Resident at Christiana Care Health System from 2009 to 2010. Her foundational education at Timberline High School from 1998 to 2001 set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional achievements.