Wendy Anson, PhD
About Wendy Anson, PhD
Wendy Anson, PhD, is a Senior Science Writer at the National Institute of Health with extensive experience in medical education and research. She has held various roles in healthcare and media, specializing in medical simulation and educational technology.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Wendy Anson serves as a Senior Science Writer at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2016. In this role, she focuses on communicating complex scientific information to a broader audience. Her responsibilities include writing and developing content that highlights NIH research initiatives and advancements in health and medicine. Anson's expertise in medical simulation and educational technology informs her approach to science communication.
Previous Experience in Medical Education and Research
Anson has a diverse background in medical education and research. She worked as a Senior Medical Education Consultant and Health Research Analyst at MedStar Health from 2011 to 2015. Prior to this, she served as an E-Learning Consultant at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where she contributed to comparative effectiveness research in medicine. Her experience also includes roles at the College of Extended & International Education and CRESST, focusing on instructional design and research.
Educational Background and Specializations
Wendy Anson earned her PhD in Educational Psychology and Technology from the University of Southern California, where she studied from 1997 to 2004. She also holds a Master of Arts in Literature from UC Irvine and a Bachelor of Arts in Literature from the University of California, Berkeley. Anson specializes in medical simulation, educational technology, and high-fidelity manikin simulation, enhancing her contributions to healthcare education.
Contributions to Media and Broadcasting
Anson has significant experience in media and broadcasting, having worked as a Line Producer and Researcher at KOCE-TV PBS and as a Producer at KCET-TV PBS. During her time in these roles, she contributed to the development and production of 22 hours of live weekly television and internet broadcasts. Her background in media complements her writing skills, allowing her to effectively communicate scientific concepts to various audiences.
Publications and Innovations in Healthcare Education
Wendy Anson has authored a chapter titled 'Assessment in Healthcare Education,' which addresses healthcare innovations and trends. She has also developed a portable, engaging, non-invasive tablet game designed to calculate trauma exposure effect scores in near-real time. Anson's work has received national and local awards for research and writing, showcasing her impact on educational programs in healthcare.