Ellen Ribar, MD

Assistant Professor, Pediatrics-Pediatric Hospital Medicine

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Medical School
  • MD, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2021)
Undergraduate School
  • BA, University of Colorado - Boulder (CO)
Residency
  • University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Pediatrics (2024)
Department
Pediatrics-Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Professional Titles

  • Newborn & Pediatric Hospitalist

Recognitions

  • Fellow in Curriculum & Instructional Design, University of Colorado Academy of Medical Educators (2025)

Research Interests

My research focuses on breastfeeding and lactation medicine, including the intersections of physician education, physician-parent experiences, and breastfeeding outcomes. I am interested in developing and evaluating educational interventions that improve lactation knowledge, clinical competency, and advocacy among healthcare professionals, with the goal of strengthening support for breastfeeding families and advancing maternal-child health.

Publications

  • Bartlett MJ, Ribar E, Zheng Y, Amiri S, Dyess NF, Lucke AM, French H. The Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine fellowship application webinar series: a novel approach to helping applicants succeed. BMC Med Educ. 2023 Sep 18;23(1):671. PubMed PMID: 37723481
  • Peterson Lu E, Bowen J, Foglia M, Ribar E, Mack M, Sondhi E, Hickey RW. Etiologies of Poor Weight Gain and Ultimate Diagnosis in Children Admitted for Growth Faltering. Hosp Pediatr. 2023 May 1;13(5):394-402. PubMed PMID: 37082920

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatrics, Fellow
  • Academic Pediatric Association, Member

Practice Locations

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

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (UCH)
12605 E. 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0000

Hospital Affiliation
  • Children's Hospital Colorado
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Pediatrics, Board Certification
Conditions & Treatments
  • Child and Teen Health - Infant and Toddler Health
  • Child and Teen Health
  • Child and Teen Health - Pediatric Diseases and Conditions
  • Child and Teen Health - Parenting
  • Women's Health - Breast Feeding
  • Women's Health
Clinical Interests
Breastfeeding, Newborn Care, Inpatient Pediatrics

Care Philosophy
My goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while offering practical guidance for patients and their families. I believe the best outcomes are achieved through a collaborative, team-based approach that brings together patients, families, and healthcare professionals to support shared goals.

Public Speaking
Yes