Carla Pugh

Carla Pugh is a renowned medical professional and academic, known for her significant contributions to the field of medical education and surgical simulation. She is currently a Professor of Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine, where she also serves as the Director of the Technology Enabled Clinical Improvement (TECI) Center.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Carla Pugh was born and raised in Berkeley, California. She pursued her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, majoring in Neurobiology. She then went on to earn her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed her surgical residency at Howard University Hospital.

Career[edit | edit source]

Pugh's career has been marked by her innovative approach to medical education. She is recognized for her pioneering work in the use of surgical simulation and virtual reality in medical training. Her research focuses on the use of technology to assess and improve clinical skills in healthcare professionals.

In 2014, Pugh joined the faculty of Stanford University School of Medicine as a Professor of Surgery. She also serves as the Director of the Technology Enabled Clinical Improvement (TECI) Center at Stanford, where she leads a multidisciplinary team in the development and application of new technologies in healthcare.

Achievements[edit | edit source]

Pugh's work has earned her numerous awards and recognitions. In 2011, she was the recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on science and engineering professionals in the early stages of their independent research careers.