News

On March 20, 2026, the Department of Anesthesiology welcomed 23 new residents, representing medical schools across 10 states and 3 countries.

On March 6, 2026, Bernadette Henrichs, PhD, was named Jack Taylor Dean and Professor of Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing Goldfarb School of Nursing to lead all academic programs and educational policy at Goldfarb.

We are pleased to announce and introduce our 2026-27 chief residents: Drs. Reid Reding, Julia Saak, and Andrew Schaffer.

Researchers, including Dr. Elgendy, developed a gut-restricted experimental drug that, in mice, improves nutrient absorption and protects the liver from damage after small bowel resection.

The department is pleased to announce the appointment of R. Austin Sargent, MD, as the Division Chief of Anesthesiology for the Barnes West County Division.

For the second consecutive year, the department leads the nation in NIH funding, earning $30.6 million to support 164 research projects and more than $37 million in total research awards.

Padma Gulur, MD, nationally renowned pain specialist, will lead the Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine beginning Aug. 1.

Abby Bisch, CRNA, was selected as finalist for the St. Louis Magazine 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards! The winners will be revealed at an awards reception this summer and recognized in the June/July issue of St. Louis Magazine.