Dr. Tyson Pillow received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from Rice University. He completed his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine and his Emergency Medicine Residency at the University of Chicago. Dr. Pillow is currently an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine. In addition, he serves as the Vice Chair of Education for the Department of Emergency Medicine and the Medical Director of the Simulation and Standardized Patient Program in the Office of Curriculum.

Dr. Pillow is an educator-clinician dedicated to "education design". His research focus is leveraging education technology to disrupt existing practices and find innovative educational methods and modalities for learners across all disciplines. His professional interests also include standardized patients in medical education, simulation, evidence based presentation design, feedback, and faculty development.