Ella D'Amico, MD
- Resident
- PGY-4
Career Interests:
- Clinical: sports medicine, interventional pain, MSK ultrasound
- Research: regenerative medicine, adaptive sports
Why did you choose UPMC residency program?
As a field that is rooted in functionality and improving quality of life, I immediately felt at home in PM&R amongst professionals whose vision of healthcare aligned with my own. I’ve developed a passion for its holistic, innovative, and hands-on approach to medicine and appreciate the focus on advocacy and interdisciplinary teams. It was clear that the UPMC program is incredibly innovative and on the forefront of a rapidly growing specialty. Between its well-rounded training, inspiring leadership, and endless research opportunities, I knew I would have incredible training and the support and mentorship to succeed in any area of PM&R I decided to pursue. In addition, I could easily tell that the program residents and faculty treated each other as family. Lastly, I was excited to explore a new city, and Pittsburgh seemed like a great fit for me!
Personal Interests:
- Outdoor activities (golf, biking, swimming, hiking, skiing)
- Exploring new restaurants and breweries
- Traveling
- Ice cream
Education & Training
- Undergraduate: Syracuse University – Syracuse, NY
- Medical school: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School – Newark, NJ
- Internship: Mount Sinai West/Morningside – New York, NY