Match Day 2023: WashU Anesthesiology welcomes 22 new residents
On March 17, 2023, the Department of Anesthesiology matched with 22 physicians who will begin their anesthesiology internship at WashU this summer.
Study targets kappa opioid receptor to develop more effective drugs for pain management
In a study published in Nature Communications in March 2023, researchers from the Center for Clinical Pharmacology unveil promising research in the development of more effective, less addictive, and safer pain management drugs.
Transforming department culture
Collaborative culture is priority for the Department of Anesthesiolgy. It impacts our members’ well-being and working environment, and helps us to achieve our missions.
WashU anesthesiologists present at Annual Patient Safety & Quality Symposium
On March 3, 2023, several clinicians and staff members from the Department of Anesthesiology presented at the 13th Annual Patient Safety & Quality Symposium.
Anesthesiology Control Tower helps detect emergencies before they arise (Links to an external site)
The Anesthesiology Control Tower provides additional sets of eyes to help anesthesia clinicians head off and troubleshoot rare but potentially life-threatening perioperative events that can occur unpredictably.
Department ranks in top 3 in NIH research funding in 2022
According to the latest data compiled by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research, the Department of Anesthesiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis ranked No. 3 among the nation’s top anesthesiology departments in terms of research funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Department launches Women of WUDA
The Women of WUDA hosted its inaugural retreat at the Wild Carrot on Saturday, February 4. Over 100 women from the department joined together for a morning of professional development, wellness activities, and networking opportunities.
St. Louis Magazine 2023 Excellence in Nursing Awards finalists announced (Links to an external site)
Elizabeth Schappe and Tania Roberts were selected as finalists for the St. Louis Magazine 2023 Excellence in Nursing Awards!