Dr. David Ansel

Biography

David Ansel is a Clinical Associate Professor in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at Stanford University. He graduated from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and completed his pediatrics residency at Columbia-Presbyterian in New York City, followed by a clinical fellowship in developmental pediatrics at Boston Children's Hospital. With over 28 years of experience, Ansel has focused on providing primary care for children with special health care needs, emphasizing the importance of bridging gaps in care between inpatient and outpatient settings. He has founded and managed a pediatric practice that grew into an eight-provider group, also serving on the board of the Pediatrics and Primary Care Organization, which is one of the largest pediatric independent practice associations in the country. Ansel has participated in numerous quality improvement initiatives aimed at asthma management, ADHD, and integrating behavioral health into primary care. He has pioneered telehealth practices within his division, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is committed to improving collaboration in developmental behavioral pediatrics to enhance patient care.

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