Dr. Stanley Wu, MD, MBA, RDMS, FACEP

Media Releases

A highly trained emergency physician offers cutting-edge care at Ben Taub Hospital

Houston, TX — Dr. Stanley Wu, MD, MBA, RDMS, FACEP, is an accomplished emergency physician serving patients at Harris Health’s Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas. A graduate of St. George’s School of Medicine in 2006, Dr. Wu brings a wealth of expertise in both emergency medicine and ultrasound, having completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center between 2006 and 2009. His fellowship in Emergency Medicine Ultrasound, completed in 2010, enables him to provide advanced, diagnostic imaging services to patients in emergency situations, improving care and outcomes.

Dr. Wu’s extensive training and experience have made him a respected figure in the field of emergency medicine. He is affiliated with some of the most renowned medical organizations, including the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), the ACEP Ultrasound Section, the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. His involvement in these professional communities allows him to stay at the forefront of advancements in emergency care, particularly in the use of ultrasound technology to enhance diagnosis and treatment in urgent settings.

Dr. Wu attributes much of his success to the motivation and support of his parents, who encouraged him to pursue his goals in medicine. Their unwavering belief in his potential helped shape his dedication to providing exceptional care to those in need. Whether working in the high-pressure environment of the emergency department or using ultrasound to aid in rapid diagnosis, Dr. Wu remains committed to improving patient care through expertise, compassion, and innovation.

As he continues his work at Ben Taub Hospital, Dr. Wu’s commitment to excellence in emergency medicine and his passion for ultrasound technology drive him to offer the highest standard of care to his patients. His skillset, combined with a genuine desire to make a difference, positions him as a trusted physician in the Houston community and beyond.

Recommended Articles

• What Is Cat Scratch Fever?

  IntroductionCat scratch fever or cat scratch disease is a bacterial infection spread by cats. You can get the cat scratch fever from a scratch or bite of a cat that is infected with the bacterium called Bartonella henselae. Aside from the infected cat’s scratch, you can also acquire the infection...

• What Are Ketones?

  Almost every cell in the body has a primary source of energy, which is usually glucose. However, when the body doesn't have enough glucose, the liver responds by producing chemicals known as ketones, converting stored fatty acids into ketone bodies. Ketones are used as a backup fuel source when...

• What Is a GI Cocktail?

  Introduction A GI cocktail or gastrointestinal cocktail is a mixture of liquid antacid, viscous lidocaine, and an anticholinergic agent. A GI cocktail is primarily used to treat dyspepsia.There are a wide variety of GI cocktail recipes nowadays. One popular recipe is a mixture of viscous lidocaine,...

• What Is Epistaxis?

  What is epistaxis?Epistaxis or commonly called a nosebleed is defined as a type of bleeding that occurs from the nostrils, the nasal cavity, or the nasopharynx. Nosebleeds are mostly caused by the rupture of blood vessels inside the nose. Bleeding may be spontaneous or caused by injuries or trauma....

• What Is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?

  OverviewA transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a mini-stroke, which only lasts for a few minutes. It occurs when blood stops flowing to a part of the brain for a short time. The symptoms of TIA are similar to other symptoms of stroke, but they do not last long, so TIA does not lead to permanent...

• Influenza B: What You Need to Know

  Influenza Influenza, also commonly called as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by viruses, particularly influenza A or influenza B. These viruses usually infect the throat, nose, and lungs. Although the flu causes mild symptoms in most people, it can also cause severe...