James S. Killinger, MD
Pediatric Intensivist
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About Me
- Division Head, Pediatric Subspecialities
I am a pediatric critical care doctor on the MSK Kids team. I care for infants, children, and young adults in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Some children need close monitoring in the PICU because of the overall state of their health. Others receive intensive therapies that require them to be watched carefully in the PICU during their treatment.
Our team in the PICU has the compassion, experience, and skill to take care of very ill young patients. This team includes pediatricians, nurse practitioners, and nurses who work closely with Memorial Sloan Kettering’s pediatric surgeons, neurosurgeons, oncologists, and bone marrow transplant specialists. With pharmacists, respiratory care specialists, and nutrition specialists at MSK as well, together we ensure that our patients receive excellent care tailored to their needs.
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In addition to taking care of patients, I conduct research on the impact of varying health states on the heart. Infections, medications, heart surgery, and structural heart problems can sometimes lead to heart failure. I am interested in discovering ways to spot heart failure early so we can treat it as soon as possible.
If your child needs to stay in the PICU, we understand that this can be a challenging time for you and your family. Every member of the pediatric critical care team is dedicated to providing your child with superior care while also addressing any questions or concerns you may have during this time.
An intensivist is a doctor with special training in treating children and adolescents who are critically ill (very sick). They often work in the intensive care unit (ICU).
My Specialties
- Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Residencies
- Children's Hospital in Oakland (California)
Fellowships
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics
- Pediatric Critical Care
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Disclosures
Doctors and faculty members often work with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology, and life sciences companies, and other organizations outside of MSK, to find safe and effective cancer treatments, to improve patient care, and to educate the health care community.
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James S. Killinger discloses the following relationships and financial interests:
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