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Ritu Chitkara is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, specializing in Neonatology at Stanford University. With extensive expertise in neonatal-perinatal medicine, her research focuses on the simulation methodology to enhance cognitive, technical, and behavioral skills necessary for neonatal resuscitation. She aims to address the challenges associated with accurate heart rate detection during simulated resuscitation scenarios. Ritu's key findings indicate a significant accuracy deficit in current standard practices, with a notable %40 error rate among providers using traditional methods for heart rate determination during neonatal resuscitation. Her work has contributed to the development of neonatal resuscitation carts tailored to improve response times and outcomes in critical scenarios. Ritu has published numerous articles in reputable journals, advancing the field of neonatology and improving emergent care practices. Her involvement extends to various organizations, including as a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and she has held numerous roles in clinical education and simulation training for healthcare providers.
Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA
Teaching and research in the field of Neonatology.
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