Dr. Christine Prochnow’s journey into medicine was inspired by her introduction to EMS and prehospital medicine through her firefighter father and began in earnest during her time as an emergency room scribe. A California native, Dr. Prochnow earned her Biology degree with a minor in Classical Studies from Santa Clara University in 2012. She completed a premedical post-baccalaureate program at the University of California, San Diego, and subsequently obtained her medical degree from the University of California, San Diego as well. Her professional training culminated at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she completed an Emergency Medicine residency in 2023 and then an Advanced Emergency Ultrasound Fellowship in 2024. Her academic interests include point-of-care ultrasound, ultrasound quality improvement, and educating the next generation of medical professionals. Beyond her career in medicine, Dr. Prochnow is an avid hiker, food enthusiast, and "adult-onset" boulderer. Outside the Emergency Department, you will find her exploring scenic trails, at the climbing gym, or discovering local restaurants and coffee shops.