Dr. Karen Wright

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Biography

Karen Wright, M.D., is a board-certified interventional cardiologist at the Texas Center for Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease, a clinical partnership with Dell Children's Medical Center and UT Health Austin. She specializes in pediatric cardiology and has a robust background in medical education and clinical practice. Dr. Wright earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency in pediatrics at Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital/Case Western Reserve University, where she also served as chief resident. She furthered her expertise by completing a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at Children’s Memorial Hospital/Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Wright is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Cardiology. She continually strives to improve health outcomes through innovative patient care and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Affiliate Faculty, Residency/Fellowship

— Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, TX

Works as an affiliate faculty member, training future physicians in pediatric medicine.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.