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Gillian Isaac Obituary
Gillian was born November 30, 1976, to Judy Stone and Parley Newman in New York City. She was raised in northern Virginia and attended BYU, where she graduated in Chemistry. She went on to earn her PhD in Biochemistry at Georgetown University, followed by her MD at the SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Dr. Isaac began her anesthesiology residency at Columbia University before transferring to Johns Hopkins University, where after graduation, she became chief of the Obstetric Anesthesia Division at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.
Gillian went on to serve as Associate Program Director of the anesthesiology residency at JHU and then Director of the Obstetrics Anesthesia Fellowship. Most recently Gillian served as Associate Vice-Chair for Faculty Affairs and Development at the JHU School of Medicine, while also working as an assistant professor of anesthesiology and critical care medicine, specializing in obstetric regional anesthesiology. In recognition of her anesthesia pedagogy, Dr. Isaac received multiple Golden Apple Awards from her graduating residents.
Gillian is survived by her husband Sean Isaac, MD, sons Anderson and Alexander, daughter Abby, mother Judy Stone and Judy's wife Beth Stevens, father Parley Newman, stepmother Ann Newman, sisters Courtney Angiola and Chrissie Nielsen, and brothers Andrew Newman and Jeff Newman. She also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at St. James Episcopal Church, 3100 Monkton Rd, Monkton, MD, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 12:00 pm.
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Athena Meneses
May 5, 2024
Gillian was absolutely brilliant! Loved her gift for music and she willingly shared it. Loved her smile and friendship, too.
Friend from Voices of a New Day
Debbie Horne
April 18, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
I´m grateful for the memories I have of your family
Tarina Poulton Warby
April 15, 2024
My deepest condolences, I knew Gillian in high school, we sang together in Voices of a New Day. I remember her encouragement, kindness, warmth, and acceptance of everyone. My sincerest condolences. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
LaPointe Family
April 15, 2024
Gillian played a huge role in the life of my brother Rick and gave a beautiful eulogy at his funeral. She was such a dear friend to him and we have been eternally grateful for the kindness she showed him and their sweet friendship. Our hearts break for her family and this loss they have suffered. We send our love and sympathy.
Toy
April 15, 2024
Gillian was such a sweet person. I enjoyed working with her. I am deeply saddened to learn of her passing. My heart & prayers are with her family & everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her. Rest in peace.
Juventa
April 15, 2024
I was friends with Gillian in high school. Sending all of my love and sympathy during this time. She will be missed.
Elizabeth DeForest McLatchy
April 14, 2024
My sincerest condolences. She was always such an intelligent, talented, and capable woman from her ealiest days in Voices of a New Day. May sweet memories ease your mourning.
Yesi
April 13, 2024
May all your loving memories of Gillian bring you a bit of comfort. We send our love. Terri & Yesi (Chrissie and Brian Nielsen´s friends)
Jana Swenson
April 12, 2024
Sending heartfelt condolences to your family during this difficult time. I am Chrissie´s mother in law and she spoke so often of her sister and the love and closeness they shared. She will be deeply missed.
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