Andrea Pearson
About Andrea Pearson
Andrea Pearson is a Pediatric Hospitalist at The National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Calvin University and an MD from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, and has extensive experience in pediatric care across various hospitals.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Andrea Pearson has been employed as a Pediatric Hospitalist at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2020. In this role, she provides pediatric consultation and expertise for complex pediatric patients enrolled in research protocols. Her responsibilities include overseeing clinical care for patients on the Pediatric Monitored Bed Unit and assisting in the stabilization of children experiencing acute medical events. She also plays a crucial role in perioperative care and monitoring, ensuring that pediatric patients receive comprehensive medical attention.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Pearson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Calvin University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She later attended Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, obtaining her MD from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both biochemistry and medicine, which she applies in her practice as a Pediatric Hospitalist.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining the NIH, Andrea Pearson worked at Howard County General Hospital from 2016 to 2020 as a Pediatric Hospitalist and Emergency Department Physician. She also completed her residency at Georgetown University Hospital in the Department of Pediatrics from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, she has been affiliated with Frederick Regional Health System since 2014, serving as a Pediatric Hospitalist and ED Physician.
Clinical Responsibilities
In her current role, Andrea Pearson attends to pediatric emergencies, rapid response calls, and Code Blue events. She serves as an advisor on the Pediatric Anesthesia and Critical Care (PACC) Consult Service, contributing her expertise to critical care scenarios. Her clinical responsibilities include providing stabilization for children with acute medical conditions and ensuring effective perioperative care.