Carol Wright Becker, MD, MBA, FACEP

Emergency Medicine Physician
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
WVU Medicine
Morgantown, WV 26506

Dr. Wright Becker is an Emergency Medicine Physician and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at West Virginia University School of Medicine, where she practices as a board-certified emergency physician and serves as a dedicated educator and mentor to residents. Her clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of emergency care, from treating critically ill patients to improving operational efficiency in high-volume settings. With her strong academic foundation and commitment to advancing medical education, Dr. Wright Becker plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of emergency medicine physicians.

Her journey as a clinician has been profoundly shaped by personal experience. After being diagnosed with a rare, inoperable desmoid tumor, Dr. Wright Becker underwent intensive treatment while continuing to care for patients and support her colleagues. That experience gave her a deeper understanding of the patient perspective and inspired her to advocate for a more compassionate and empathetic approach to medicine. It also strengthened her resolve to prioritize physician wellness and resilience, recognizing the importance of balance and emotional intelligence in the healthcare profession.

Beyond the emergency department, Dr. Wright Becker’s influence extends to leadership, innovation, and advocacy. With both medical and business training, she combines clinical acumen with strategic vision to address systemic challenges in healthcare. Her work includes mentoring young physicians, contributing to discussions on healthcare sustainability, and developing inventive solutions to improve patient outcomes. Whether she is leading in the trauma bay, participating in policy efforts, or teaching yoga to promote staff well-being, Dr. Wright Becker exemplifies the compassion, strength, and forward-thinking leadership that define the future of emergency medicine.

• University of Washington School of Medicine - MD, 2011
• Residency: George Washington University - Emergency Medicine - 2014

• American Board of Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine

• Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians

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Areas of Specialization/Expertise

  • Emergency medicine

Locations

WVU Medicine

Morgantown, WV 26506

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