About
Postgraduate Training
Stanford University School of Medicine. Stanford, CA
Sleep Medicine Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine. Houston, TX
Internship and General Psychiatry Residency
Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Sleep Medicine
American Board of Sleep Medicine
Psychiatry
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Board Certifications
Education
Licensure
University of Texas Medical Branch. Galveston, TX
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Texas A&M University. College Station, TX
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Summa cum laude. Phi Beta Kappa
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Texas Medical License
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DEA Waiver for Buprenorphine
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Electroconvulsive Therapy Advanced Training Certification.
Academic Appointments & Positions
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Baylor College of Medicine
Assistant Professor
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Menninger Clinic (past)
Director of Sleep Medicine
Staff Psychiatrist
Additional Appointments
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Everyday Health
Medical Reviewer
Selected Publications and Lectures
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Wu C, Rodgers J. “Chronobiology, Circadian Rhythm, and Psychiatry.” Kaplan & Sadock’s Synopsis of Psychiatry. 2021.
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Shepard C, Rufino K, Paddock K, Tran T, Wu C, Oldham J, Mathew S, Patriquin M. “Nighttime Sleep Quality and Daytime Sleepiness Predicts Suicide Risk in Adult Psychiatric Inpatients.” Journal of Psychiatric Research. 2022.
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Allen M, Gharbaoui Y, Wu C, Abdel-Gawad N, Gordon M. “Sleep Disturbance During an Acute Manic Episode.” Co-morbid Sleep and Psychiatric Disorders: A Clinical Case Book, Vol. 2. 2021.
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Wu C, Guilleminault C. “Adult Obstructive Sleep Apnea.” Clinical Sleep Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide for Mental Health and Other Medical Professionals. American Psychiatric Association. 2020.
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Livingston R, Wu C, Mu K, Coffey MJ. “Regulation of Electroconvulsive Therapy: A Systematic Review of US State Laws.” The Journal of ECT. 2018;34:60. DOI: 10.1097/YCT.0000000000000460.
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“Sleep Disorders.” CME Lecture, Harris County Academy of Family Physicians, Houston, TX (2021)
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“No Rest for the Weary: Nightmares and Associated Insomnia in Psychiatric Conditions.” Psychiatry Grand Rounds, Baylor College of Medicine (2021)
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“Sleep Pharmacology, Parts 1 & 2.” Psychiatry Residency Didactics, Baylor College of Medicine (2021)
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“ECT in Special Populations.” Psychiatry Residency Didactics, Baylor College of Medicine (2021)
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“Introduction to Sleep Medicine.” Lunch and Learn, The Menninger Clinic (2020)
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“Review of the REST-IT Study.” Journal Club, The Menninger Clinic (2019)
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“Nasal Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure.” Sleep Medicine Case Conference, Stanford University School of Medicine (2019)
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“Depression and Sleep Disorders.” Sleep Medicine Grand Rounds, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX (2018)
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“Sleep and Performance.” Journal Club, Stanford University School of Medicine (2018)
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“Interventional Psychiatry.” Medical Student Lecture Series, Baylor College of Medicine (2017)
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“Placebo Effect in Psychiatric Trials.” Journal Club, Baylor College of Medicine (2017)
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“Prenatal Antidepressant Use and Risk of Autism.” Journal Club, Baylor College of Medicine (2016)
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“Somatization Disorder” and “Limbic Encephalitis.” VA Case Conferences, Baylor College of Medicine (2015)
Media & Public Communication
•“Can Magnesium Help You Sleep?” National Public Radio (2024)
•“4 Common Sleep Disorders You Should Know.” Guest specialist, WebMD (2021)
•“Healthy Sleep Habits for Mental Health.” Television interview, Fox 26 Houston (2021)•“How to Adjust at the End of Daylight-Saving Time.” Television interview, Fox 26 Houston (2020)
•“Helping Children Get Back into a Sleep Routine for School.” Television interview, Fox 26 Houston (2020)
•“How to Recover from Sleep Disruptions During the Pandemic.” Co-author, Psychology Today blog (2020)
•“Get Better Sleep with the Help of The Menninger Clinic.” Television interview, Great Day Houston, KHOU 11 (2020)
•“Bad Sleep Habits Are Bad for Business.” Radio and article interview, 740 KTRH News (2020)
•“How Can I Help My Child with ADHD Fall Asleep?” Co-author, Psychology Today blog (2019)