Recognized leaders in
Anesthesiology
Learn more about our nationally ranked
training programs.
Welcome to the Department of Anesthesiology
The Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine is one of the most successful and innovative anesthesiology programs in the U.S. We have a long and rich history of excellence in the multi-faceted missions of collaborative patient care, education, and research.
Career Opportunities
We offer exciting opportunities in the department for medical doctors, CRNAs, ACNPs, PAs, administrative professionals, and others. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join a collaborative and inclusive environment that values innovation, diversity, and the pursuit of excellence.
2024 Highlights & Accomplishments
We are proud to share a brief overview of our accomplishments and highlight
the breadth and depth of these achievements across our quadripartite missions.
Latest News
Chamessian named Rita Allen Foundation Scholar (Links to an external site)
Prewitt receives 2025 Excellence in Nursing Award
Celebrating Inclusive Behaviors: Anesthesiology Department Recognizes SAFE Reporting Accolade Recipients
Train here,
thrive anywhere.®
Our training programs prepare tomorrow’s leaders in clinical and academic medicine. Trainees thrive in a challenging environment fueled by a spirit of camaraderie and our shared determination to improve patient care.
Groundbreaking Research
The department is heavily funded by grants from the National Institutes of Health and has ranked among the top five anesthesiology departments in NIH dollars for over 15 years.
Committed to providing exceptional patient care
We work collaboratively with our partners at WashU Medicine and the nationally ranked Barnes-Jewish Hospital system to continuously improve the health and well-being of the people in our community. We take pride in being leaders in the rapidly-advancing field of anesthesiology – encompassing perioperative medicine, peripartum and critical care, and pain management.
Featured Anesthesiology Department Members
Aaron Brown, AGACNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
Gaurang Gupte, MD
Resident Physician,
Class of 2026
Katie Holzer, PhD, LCSW
Assistant Professor, Anesthesiology
Mary Sommer
Business Director
Department Updates on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Our department is closely monitoring the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). See the latest departmental updates and resources on the coronavirus page.
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