Dr. Erica Taylor

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erica Taylor, MD, MBA, is a practicing orthopaedic surgeon and a senior healthcare leader whose career spans clinical practice, academic medicine, and entrepreneurship. She is widely recognized for her work in advancing healthcare transformation through innovative strategies that integrate quality, equity, leadership development, and system redesign. As the founder of various national initiatives and organizations, she bridges frontline clinical expertise with enterprise strategy to prepare healthcare systems, medical technology companies, and professional societies to thrive in a changing landscape. Dr. Taylor has developed a reputation for her thought leadership in orthopaedic surgery and healthcare equity, focusing on mentorship, diversity, and inclusion within the medical community. Through her professional activities, she continues to contribute to discussions around healthcare leadership and innovation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)