Wendy Ruggeri, MD
Emergency Physician
Saturday, March 8, 2025,
10am-11:30am PST
Workshop Description:
Are you interested in a fast-paced medical career where every second counts? Join us for an inspiring workshop with Dr. Wendy Ruggeri, an emergency physician who began her journey at a community college and worked her way to the frontlines of emergency medicine. Dr. Ruggeri will share her personal path from community college to medical school, the challenges she overcame, and the rewards of working in a field where quick thinking and compassion save lives every day. Learn what it takes to thrive in emergency medicine, from the skills you need to the mindset required to handle high-stress situations.
This is your opportunity to hear directly from someone who has lived the journey—no second-hand information or myths, just practical insights from a physician who understands what it takes to succeed. Come ready to ask your questions and get answers that will help you plan your path from community college to medical school and beyond. Whether you’re just starting your pre-med journey or exploring different specialties, this workshop will motivate and guide you toward your goals.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Ruggeri is from Córdoba, Argentina and immigrated to the United States. She commenced her education at Santa Monica College and transferred to UCLA and completed her Bachelor of Science in Physiological Sciences. She completed her medical education at David Geffen School at UCLA. She subsequently completed her residency in Emergency Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College in the heart of New York City, and a fellowship in EMS and Tactical Medicine.
She currently has many roles in addition to being an Emergency Medicine Physician in Los Angeles, CA. She is a Paramedic Educator, works in the LA County Jail System, and serves as the Medical Director to the LAPD SWAT Teams. She is also a Spanish Podcaster with EMRAP GO.
Dr. Ruggeri is a breast cancer survivor and a proud mother of three children.
Register for Free:
What: From Community College to Saving Lives: A Journey into Emergency Medicine
When: Saturday, Mar 8, 2025, 10 AM (Pacific Standard Time)
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