He obtained his doctorate (MD) from St Andrews University in 1763. , and became a navy surgeon in 1760. He was elected to the American Philosophical Society in 1774. Wright was a slaveowner and opposed the abolition of slavery.
He acquired his medical degree (MD) from St Andrews University in 1763, and became a naval surgeon in 1760. He was chosen for membership in the American Philosophical Society in 1774. Wright was an owner of slaves who opposed the movement to end slavery.