Dr. Betty Chen Valento

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Chen is an emergency physician and medical toxicologist who cares for patients in the Emergency Department at Harborview Medical Center and provides consultations for the Washington Poison Center. Her priority is to provide exceptional care and communicate openly with patients. With a background in medical toxicology, she brings a unique perspective to exploring and implementing initiatives to improve patient safety. Dr. Chen’s clinical research interests include medical toxicology, poisoning, medication safety, and adverse drug events and reactions. She co-directs the toxicology education program for emergency medicine residents at the University of Washington and Madigan Medical Center, and serves as chair of the Therapeutics Management Committee in the University of Washington Emergency Department. Dr. Chen is a member of the American Academy of Clinical Toxicologists and the American College of Medical Toxicologists.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Emergency physician and medical toxicologist at Harborview Medical Center.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.