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About Ashley Bjorklund MD
At a glance
Gender: Female
Languages: English
Age groups treated: Pediatric and Adult
Commitment to patient-centered care
"I am passionate about supporting our pediatric patients and their families during times of crisis. I am committed to taking the time to explain difficult diagnoses, listening to concerns and partnering with parents in caring for their critically ill child."
Clinical expertise
Dr. Bjorklund specializes in pediatric critical care, including the use of Point of Care Ultrasound, device innovations for low resource settings, and simulation-based medical education.
Credentials
Training & education
Medical school
Rush Medical College, Chicago, IL, USA
Residency
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Fellowship
Pediatric Critical Care, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Awards and honors
Lieutenant General Clair Chennault Faculty Teaching Award, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 2019
Joint Award Defense Meritorious Service Award, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 2016-2019
CAPT Gregory H. Gorman and Arthur "SOWGAS" Award, Department of Pediatrics Teaching Faculty of the Year Award, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 2017-2018
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Award, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, 2013
Brennan Scholar Award Scholarship, University of Minnesota, 2010
Mark Snelling Outstanding Fellow Teacher Award, University of Minnesota, 2014, 2015, 2016
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, Rush University
Isabel Coler Herb, MD Award for Outstanding Achievement in Medical School, Rush University, 2007
Rush Medical College Clinical Excellence Award, Rush University, 2007
My experiences & interests
Publications
- Needle J, Bjorklund A, Gupta S. Considerations in Caring for Adult Patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care. Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care. 2017; 6:77-82.
- Slusher T, Bjorklund A, Aayuna H, Kiragu A, Phillip C. Assessment, Evaluation and Management of the Critically Ill Child in Resource Limited International Settings. Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care. 2017. DOI http://dx.doi.org/ 10.1055/s-0036-1584677. ISSN 2146-4618.
- Bjorklund AB, Cook BA, Hendel-Paterson BR, Walker PF, Stauffer WM, Boulware DR. The impact of Global Health Training Residency Training on Medical Knowledge of Immigrant Health. American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 2011 Sep;85(3):405-8.
- Slusher T, Kiragu A, Day L, Bjorklund A, Shirk A, Johannsen C, Hagen S. Pediatric Critical Care in Resource Limited Settings- Overview and Lessons Learned. Frontiers in Pediatrics. 2018. Mar 16;6:49. doi: 10.3389/fped.2018.00049.
- Bjorklund A, Odongkara Mpora B, Steiner M, Fischer G, Davey C, Slusher T. Use of a Modified Bubble Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (bCPAP) Device for Children in Respiratory Distress in Low-Middle Income Countries: A Safety Study. Paediatrics and International Child Health. 2018 Jun 18:1-8. doi: 10.1080/20469047.2018.1474698.
Professional affiliations
- Society of Critical Care Medicine
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American College of Physicians
- Health Volunteers Overseas
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honors Society
- Society for Simulation in Healthcare
- International Pediatric Simulation Society
Licenses and accreditations
- Board certified in Pediatric Critical Care by the American Board of Pediatrics
- Board-certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics
- Board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Uniformed Services, University of Health Sciences School of Medicine - 2012-2019
Personal
"I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, running and playing soccer."