Dong Wang
About Dong Wang
Dong Wang is a Senior Principal Scientist at Nevro, specializing in neurophysiology and pain medicine. He has a background in research from Stanford University and holds a PhD in Biology from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
Work at Nevro
Dong Wang currently serves as a Senior Principal Scientist at Nevro, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on advancing research and development initiatives related to neuromodulation and pain management. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Research Scientist at Nevro from 2019 to 2021. His contributions to the company involve developing innovative approaches to the treatment of chronic pain and neurological disorders.
Education and Expertise
Dong Wang earned his PhD in Biology from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Zhejiang University, completed from 1996 to 2000. His academic background is complemented by extensive expertise in neurophysiology, neuromodulation, and pain medicine, with specializations in opioid and pain management, electrophysiology, and behavioral neuroscience.
Background
Before joining Nevro, Dong Wang had a significant academic career at Stanford University School of Medicine. He worked as a Postdoctoral Scholar from 2009 to 2012 in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology, followed by a role as a Research Scientist from 2016 to 2019 in the Department of Anesthesia and Stanford Neurosciences Institute. He also completed a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Stanford from 2013 to 2016.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dong Wang has developed innovative approaches to treating chronic pain and neurological disorders. His work encompasses a range of techniques and methodologies, including immunohistochemistry, animal models of pain, and optogenetics. He has a strong focus on project design and management, contributing to advancements in the field of pain medicine.