Teresa Wu, MD
About Teresa Wu, MD
Teresa Wu, MD, is a highly experienced emergency medicine physician and educator, currently serving as the Director of the Emergency Ultrasound Program & Fellowships at Envision Healthcare and as an Associate Professor at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. She has a diverse background in emergency medicine, having held various leadership roles and contributed to the advancement of ultrasound education.
Work at Envision Healthcare
Teresa Wu, MD, has held the position of Director of the Emergency Ultrasound Program & Fellowships and Emergency Medicine Attending Physician at Envision Healthcare since 2014. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of ultrasound training programs for emergency medicine practitioners. Her work focuses on enhancing the skills and knowledge of medical professionals in the use of point-of-care ultrasound, which is critical in emergency situations.
Current Role at SpaceX
Since 2021, Teresa Wu has been working as a Medical Doctor at SpaceX. In this capacity, she serves as a Space Operations Physician, contributing to the field of aerospace medicine. Her responsibilities include providing medical support and ensuring the health and safety of personnel involved in space missions.
Education and Expertise
Teresa Wu studied at Stanford University School of Medicine, where she completed her Emergency Medicine Ultrasound & Simulation Fellowships and Emergency Medicine Residency. She also holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Additionally, she has participated in a Teaching Fellowship at the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and completed the Emergency Department Directors Academy.
Background in Emergency Medicine
Teresa Wu has extensive experience in emergency medicine. She worked at Maricopa Medical Center from 2010 to 2015, where she served as an Emergency Medicine Attending Physician and Associate Program Director for the Emergency Medicine Residency. She also directed the Emergency Ultrasound & Simulation Program during her tenure there. Furthermore, she has been an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix since 2010.
Community Leadership and Mentorship
Teresa Wu is actively involved in community leadership and mentorship initiatives. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and paying it forward within the medical community. Additionally, she co-founded SonoSupport, a platform dedicated to advancing point-of-care ultrasound education and support, reflecting her commitment to enhancing educational resources in emergency medicine.