Summary
Shih-ying Chao is a Senior Data Analyst and data visualization specialist with 12 years of experience in computational science and medical imaging, having started in breast imaging research and later shaping Python-driven workflows at UCSF. She combines deep technical expertise in X-ray CT and nuclear medicine with a designer’s sensibility—turning complex predictive models and imaging datasets into clear, actionable visual narratives. Currently balancing roles in healthcare analytics and independent consulting while developing an illustration business, she brings uncommon creative rigor to scientific communication. Known for rapid tool adoption and a hands-on approach, she thrives at the intersection of analysis, visualization, and storytelling to make technical insights accessible to diverse audiences.
11 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Biomedical Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Biomedical Engineering at University of California, Davis
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla High School
Chinese, Mandarin