Angela Wright, MD

Angela Wright serves as Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado System, where she has established herself as a leading expert in emergency medical education. Her comprehensive suite of EMT and emergency care courses on Coursera has attracted over 29,442 students, maintaining an exceptional 4.9/5 instructor rating from 126 reviews. Her curriculum spans the full spectrum of emergency medical care, from basic EMT foundations to specialized topics in wilderness medicine and trauma care. Her courses are particularly noted for their practical approach to emergency medical training, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on skills development. Her teaching methodology emphasizes critical assessment and stabilization techniques for various emergency situations, including airway management, CPR, toxicology, and specialized care for pregnant women, infants, and children. Through her Medical Emergencies series, she has developed a systematic approach to teaching emergency response, ensuring students gain comprehensive understanding of patient assessment, treatment protocols, and transport considerations. Her expertise in wilderness medicine has led to the development of a specialized series addressing unique challenges in remote emergency care