She received her undergraduate degree in Anthropology from the University of Washington and her medical degree from the University of Washington as well. After completing residency at the University of Utah, she stayed on as faculty. Her academic interests are in neurocritical care and medical education. Dr Morita participates in clinical studies of pediatric traumatic brain injury and stroke, and attends on the inpatient service monthly. In addition to directing the Pediatric Neurology Residency program, Dr Morita is co-author of a pediatric neurology textbook, maintains a web-based pediatric neurology curriculum for medical students and residents, and works with colleagues to provide on-going education for pediatricians through the Medical Home project. Education History