Candace C. Chang

Candace C. Chang, MD, MPH is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah. Her clinical and academic roles include directing Non-Operating Room Anesthesia (NORA) and leading global health engagement initiatives. She specializes in patient safety, simulation-based training, and healthcare capacity building, particularly in The Gambia.

• Education:
  • B.S. in Chemistry, California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
  • M.D., University of California San Francisco (UCSF)
  • M.P.H., Harvard School of Public Health

Her research focuses on anesthesiology safety protocols, simulation training for medical professionals, and global health equity. Recent publications emphasize teamwork in perioperative settings, NORA risk mitigation, and international healthcare education.

Dr. Chang teaches medical students, anesthesia residents, and board-certified anesthesiologists through the University of Utah's Center for Patient Simulation. She has authored multiple articles on safety checklists, positioning injuries, and global health collaborations.