Ambrose H. Wong, MD

Ambrose Wong, MD, MSEd (master of science in education), MHS, is an emergency medicine specialist who cares for people with acute illnesses, injuries, and other urgent conditions. He utilizes a range of strategies to ensure comprehensive care for patients experiencing agitation and other behavioral health issues in the emergency department.

As an associate professor of emergency medicine at Yale School of Medicine, Dr. Wong conducts research aimed at improving patient wellness in emergency care and designing interventions that help patients and caregivers navigate stressful situations.

He applies health care simulation techniques and other technologies to address workplace violence, support patients experiencing mental health crises, and enhance teamwork among care providers in the emergency department. He has been honored by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare and Society for Academic Emergency Medicine for his achievements in research and education.

Dr. Wong received his medical training from Washington University School of Medicine and completed a residency in emergency medicine followed by a fellowship in medical simulation at New York University School of Medicine.