Peter Omarzu
About Peter Omarzu
Peter Omarzu is a Healthcare Risk Management Specialist with over 25 years of experience in Emergency Medicine. He has held various roles at Sutter Health and is also a professional Search and Rescue team member, focusing on eliminating disparities in healthcare and teaching Wilderness Medicine courses.
Work at Sutter Health
Peter Omarzu has held multiple roles at Sutter Health over a span of 26 years. He began as a Communications Coordinator for Emergency Services at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center from 1987 to 2003, where he worked for 16 years. Following this role, he served as the Administrative Coordinator for Emergency Services from 2003 to 2013 for 10 years. After a five-year tenure as a Resource Analyst from 2013 to 2018, he transitioned to his current position as a Healthcare Risk Management Specialist in Berkeley, CA, where he has been employed since 2018.
Education and Expertise
Peter Omarzu has an extensive educational background. He studied Political Science and Public Policy Studies at Kalamazoo College. He furthered his education at New College of California, where he earned a Juris Doctor degree from the School of Law. Additionally, he pursued a Master's program in Black Studies at Roosevelt University. His diverse educational experiences contribute to his expertise in healthcare risk management and emergency services.
Background in Emergency Services
With over 25 years of experience in Emergency Medicine, Peter Omarzu has developed substantial expertise in emergency management and institutional disaster preparedness. He is an active member of a professional Search and Rescue team, participating in overhead, air, and ground operations, as well as human tracking. His involvement in post-fire recovery efforts includes training in human remains detection, and he has been deployed multiple times for these operations.
Teaching Wilderness Medicine
Peter Omarzu teaches Wilderness Medicine courses, including Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and Wilderness First Aid (WFA). His teaching focuses on equipping individuals with essential skills to respond effectively in wilderness settings, emphasizing safety and preparedness in emergency situations.
Commitment to Healthcare Equity
Peter Omarzu actively works towards eliminating disparities and institutional racism in healthcare. His commitment to healthcare equity is reflected in his professional endeavors and community involvement, aiming to promote inclusivity and fairness within the healthcare system.