Leana May Moser, DO, MPH/MSPH

Associate Professor, Pediatrics-Emergency Medicine


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Medical School
  • DO, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2008)
Graduate School
  • MPH, University of Michigan (2008)
Undergraduate School
  • BA, University of Michigan (MI) (2002)
Internship
  • St Elizabeth Medical Center (Utica) Program (2010)
Residency
  • University of Connecticut Program, Pediatrics (2013)
Fellowships
  • Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program, Global Health (2015)
Languages
English
Department
Pediatrics-Emergency Medicine

Professional Titles

  • Center for Global Health Senior Investigator
  • CHCO Pediatric Global Health Pathway Director
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine Global Health Track Associate Director
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine COMPASS Guide

Publications

  • Shyirambere C, Xu M, Elroy S, May L, Umuhizi D, Tapela N, Lehmann L, Mpunga T. Preliminary treatment outcomes utilizing SIOP guidelines in a novel oncologic care model for Wilms’ tumor in Rwanda. Journal of Clinical Oncology. January 2016.
  • Ilbawi AM, Ayoo E, Bhadelia A, Chidebe RC, Fadelu T, Herrera CA, Htun HW, Jadoon NA, James OW, May L, Maza M, Murgor M, Nency YM, Oraegbunam C, Pratt-Chapman M, Qin X, Rodin D, Tripathi N, Wainer Z, Yap ML. Advancing access and equity: the vision of a new generation in cancer control. Lancet Oncol. 2017 Feb;18(2):172-175. PubMed PMID: 28214406
  • May L, Schwartz DD, Frugé E, Laufman L, Holm S, Kamdar K, Harris L, Brackett J, Unal S, Tanyildiz G, Bryant R, Suzawa H, Dreyer Z, Okcu MF. Predictors of Suboptimal Follow-up in Pediatric Cancer Survivors. J Pediatr Hematol Oncol. 2017 Apr;39(3):e143-e149. PubMed PMID: 27984354
  • Shyirambere C, Xu MJ, Elmore SN, Fadelu T, May L, Tapela N, Umuhizi DG, Uwizeye FR, Driscoll C, Muhayimana C, Hategekimana V, Rubagumya F, Nzayisenga I, Shulman LN, Mpunga T, Lehmann LE. Treating Nephroblastoma in Rwanda: Using International Society of Pediatric Oncology Guidelines in a Novel Oncologic Care Model. J Glob Oncol. 2016 Jun;2(3):105-113. PubMed PMID: 28717689
  • Nahimana E, May L, Gadgil A, Rapp V, Magge H, Kubwimana M, Nshimyiryo A, Kateera F, Feldman HA, Nkikabahizi F, Sayinzoga F, Hansen A. A low cost, re-usable electricity-free infant warmer: evaluation of safety, effectiveness and feasibiliy. Public Health Action. 2018 Dec 21;8(4):211-217. PubMed PMID: 30775282
  • May L, Nshimyiryo A, Kubwimana M, Nahimana E, Schoen N, Gadgil A, Kateera F, Feldman HA, Nyishime M, Hansen A. Performance of a Nonelectric Infant Warmer in Rwandan Health Centers. Glob Pediatr Health. 2019;6:2333794X19884820. PubMed PMID: 31696147
  • Uwamariya J, Mazimpaka C, May L, Nshimyiryo A, Feldman H, Sayinzoga F, Umutesi S, Gadgil A, Rapp V, Nahimana E, Hansen A. Safety and effectiveness of a non-electric Infant Warmer for hypothermia in Rwanda: A cluster-randomized stepped-wedge trial. EClinicalMedicine (2021).
  • Rubagumya F, Xu MJ, May L, Driscoll C, Uwizeye FR, Shyirambere C, Larrabee K, Fehr AE, Gilbert UD, Muhayimana C, Hategekimana V, Elmore S, Mpunga T, Moore M, Shulman LN, Lehmann L. Outcomes of Low-Intensity Treatment of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at Butaro Cancer Center of Excellence in Rwanda. J Glob Oncol. 2018 Sep;4:1-11. PubMed PMID: 30241148
  • Olsen M, Manzo VE, Cardenas C, Bhatt A, Fajardo A, Huang F, Jacobs M, Kennell-Heiling S, May, LS, Mehrtash H, Taylor K, Xu, M. Creating and implementing low literacy cancer education materials; bridging the gap in sub-Saharan Africa. Ann of Glob Health 2015; 81(1); 210-211.

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Member of Section on International Child Health, Section on Emergency Medicine & Urgent Care Subcommittee and Section on Osteopathic Physicians

Practice Locations

Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234

Children's Hospital Colorado North Campus
469 State Highway 7
Broomfield, CO 80023
720-478-5000

Children's Hospital Colorado South Campus
1811 Plaza Drive
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
720-478-1234

Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Pediatric Emergency Medicine
  • Pediatrics
Conditions & Treatments
  • Urgent Care
  • Child and Teen Health - Children's Health
  • Primary Care
  • Child and Teen Health
Clinical Interests
Global Health, Health Equity, Refugee and Immigrant Care

Care Philosophy
I strive to provide the best care for my patients. I believe in treating the person as a whole, taking every aspect of a patient’s body and health into consideration during diagnosis and treatment.

Personal Interests
I am an eclectic soul always striving to make the most of every day. I enjoy spending time with my husband, children, and furry whoodle while enjoying the Colorado outdoors, traipsing the globe and engaging in humanitarian work.

Volunteer Activities
Serious Fun Network Global Partnership Program and Partners in Health

Public Speaking
Yes
Global Health: System Strengthening, Medical Education, Trainee Opportunities; Pediatric Cancer in Limited Resource Settings; Pediatric Low Resource Biotechnology