Elizabeth Lefave

Elizabeth LeFave
Elizabeth LeFave, DNP,APRN
Dr. Elizabeth LeFave is a highly experienced and dedicated doctorly prepared advanced practice nurse with 20 years of exemplary service in various healthcare settings. Her expertise spans across the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, primary care, and academic subspecialty settings with a focus on Asthma and Allergy. Driven by a commitment to improving healthcare for her patients, she has made significant contributions to enhancing care delivery in the Emergency Department ED, on the wards, and in the Intermediate CareIntensive Care Unit IMCICU, as well as in outpatient clinical settings.

Dr. LeFave has actively engaged with local, state, and national organizations and work groups, advocating for the importance of care continuity. Her impact on the healthcare landscape in north-central Florida is noteworthy, having provided care to hundreds of patients and emphasizing the need for equitable healthcare practices.

As the Co-Director of the Pediatric Asthma Center of Excellence PACE at the University of Florida, Dr. LeFave demonstrated strong leadership. She spearheaded initiatives to increase the number of Certified Asthma Educators at UF Health by offering preparatory courses for the certification exam free of charge to residents, faculty, respiratory therapists, and nurses.

Dr. LeFave's commitment to health equity extends beyond her clinical roles. She has actively participated in the Florida Asthma Coalition, serving on the steering committee to influence policy related to health equity in Florida.

Her credentials as a certified Open Airways Instructor and Easy Breathing Instructor through the American Lung Association underscore her dedication to respiratory health education. Dr. LeFave's involvement as the Pediatric Pulmonary Center Nurse Faculty, supported by a grant from the Maternal Child and Health Bureau, highlights her commitment to interdisciplinary leadership training.

Furthermore, her role as an expert item writer for Graduate and Post Graduate Nursing programs showcases her deep understanding of various healthcare domains, including Pediatric Primary Care, Pathophysiology, Special Populations, and more.

Dr. LeFave holds a Certificate of Public Health and is passionately engaged in addressing social determinants of health and equity. Her multifaceted contributions and leadership have left a lasting impact on the field of pediatric healthcare and have positively influenced the lives of numerous children in the north-central Florida area