AMANDA M. TAYLOR, MD
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Expert Pediatric Anesthesiologist specializing in high-acuity and trauma care within Level 1 Trauma Center. Delivered advanced anesthetic techniques and led specialized regional block teams while managing complex pediatric surgical cases. Contributed to medical education through mentorship and formal lectures for students, residents, and fellows.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGIST
Nemours Children's Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered anesthetic care for high-acuity trauma cases at Level 1 trauma center, managing independent rooms and providing pediatric Level 1 trauma coverage during in-house call to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Selected for the regional block team performing advanced nerve block techniques for OR cases and performing acute pain rounds for inpatients.
- Directed and supervised AAs and CRNAs to ensure seamless perioperative care for complex pediatric surgical cases, enhancing team collaboration and patient safety.
- Mentored residents, fellows, medical students, and AA students while participating in recruitment and interviews for incoming pediatric anesthesiology fellows, fostering development of future anesthesiologists.
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGY FELLOW
Mayo Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Developed quality improvement simulation case for post tonsillectomy bleed to enhance clinical response protocols. January 2025
- Created quality improvement simulation case for neuroleptic malignant syndrome/acute drug intoxication to improve anesthetic management. January 2025
- Case Report: Management of Airway Obstruction in a Pediatric Patient with Suspected Subglottic Stenosis. Presented at the 2025 annual Society of Pediatric Anesthesiology conference.
- Case Report: Management of a neonate with type H Tracheoesophageal Fistula. Presented at the 2025 annual Society of Pediatric Anesthesiology conference.
- Case Report: Rett Syndrome Perioperative Considerations. Presented at the 2025 annual Society of Pediatric Anesthesiology conference.
- Researched and authored a SPA Question of the Week on non-shivering thermogenesis, contributing to educational resources for pediatric anesthesiology. Published on February 6, 2025.
- curated and delivered a grand rounds presentation covering adverse events and peer support, outlining hospital resources for staff and points of contact for help.
ANESTHESIOLOGY RESIDENT
University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester, New York
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Presented interdepartmentally on racial and ethnic disparities in access to minimally invasive mitral valve surgery, highlighting key findings to promote awareness and discussion.
- Analyzed racial and ethnic disparities in access to minimally invasive mitral valve surgery for 2024.
ANESTHESIOLOGY RESIDENT
Larkin Community Hospital
Miami, FL
07.2020 - 04.2023
- Identified and documented a new side effect of bilateral axillary lymphadenopathy following COVID-19 vaccine receipt; case report published 03/06/23 on Cureus, DOI: 10.7759.
- Led development and publication of case report addressing management of self-injurious behavior, aggression, and psychogenic non-epileptic seizures in patients with tuberous sclerosis.
Contributed to published 11/12/20 in Cureus; DOI 10.7759. Advanced differentiation of epileptic seizures versus psychogenic non-epileptic seizures in patients with tuberous sclerosis. - Enhanced interdepartmental communication by developing portable badge listings common hospital extensions and consulting service numbers.
- Presented strategies for increasing interdepartmental communication efficiency at the 2022 annual American Society of Anesthesiologists conference.
- Facilitated journal club discussions on morbidity and mortality cases, fostering critical analysis and knowledge sharing among peers.
TRANSITIONAL YEAR RESIDENT
Ascension Providence Hospital
Southfield, MI
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered critical care in 28-bed ICU during peak COVID, coordinating care activities to maintain continuity for critically ill patients.
Prolonged ICU training by 2 additional months to build expertise in high-acuity patient management. - Facilitated journal club discussions to critically analyze recent research findings, enhancing collective understanding of emerging medical knowledge.
- Delivered case presentations to share insights on patient management.
- Participated in an annual walk at Detroit Zoo, raising funds to support Alzheimer's research initiatives.
MEDICAL SCRIBE TRAINER
EMERGENCY MEDICINE SCRIBE AMERICA TRAINER
Orlando, FL
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Promoted to teach and train newly hired scribes on correct medical data entry and facilitate flow and expedite patient care within the emergency department.
- Completed medical charts including patient history, physical exam findings, labs, radiology and diagnosis for physicians in the Emergency Room.
Education
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (M.D.) -
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN
Sint Maarten, Caribbean04-2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Orlando, FL12-2012
Skills
- Pediatric Trauma Care at a Level 1 trauma center
- Regional Anesthesia & Nerve Block Team
- Ultrasound-guided procedures and IV placement
- Acute Pain Management
- Multidisciplinary Team Supervision
- Fellow Education and Didactic Lecturing
- Graduate Medical Education
- Proficient in EPIC
Title
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGIST
Licensure and Certifications
- American Board of Anesthesiology, Diplomate Certified 2026
- Pediatric Anesthesiology, American Board of Anesthesiology Expected 2026
- Florida State Medical License Current
- Life support: ACLS/PALS/BLS Current
Affiliations
- ASA Poster Presentations 2025:
-One lung ventilation ventilation in a 14 month old with abdominal artery connecting to a congenital pulmonary artery malformation.
-Congenital diaphragmatic hernia in a pediatric patient with severe scoliosis: anesthetic and perioperative considerations
-Left secondary bronchus foreign body diagnosed by anesthesia team after the negative upper endoscopy for removal of esophageal foreign body
Certification
- American Society of Anesthesiology
- Society of Pediatric Anesthesiology
- Society of Pediatric Pain Medicine
- Florida Society of Anesthesiology
Hobbies
Traveling with my Husband, hosting game nights, and outdoor activities.
Timeline
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGIST
Nemours Children's Hospital
10.2025 - Current
PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGY FELLOW
Mayo Clinic
08.2024 - Current
ANESTHESIOLOGY RESIDENT
University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2024
ANESTHESIOLOGY RESIDENT
Larkin Community Hospital
07.2020 - 04.2023
TRANSITIONAL YEAR RESIDENT
Ascension Providence Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2020
MEDICAL SCRIBE TRAINER
EMERGENCY MEDICINE SCRIBE AMERICA TRAINER
01.2013 - 04.2015
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (M.D.) -
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE CARIBBEAN
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA