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Alex Mohrmann has been named the CRNA Clinical Chief at BJH. In his new role, Alex will have the opportunity to build upon his experience as CRNA team leader to make a meaningful impact for our department.
Dr. Sydney Nykiel-Bailey has been selected to serve as the Associate Program Director for the Anesthesiology Residency, where she will continue to develop innovative programs to enhance and enrich the educational experience of our residents.
This month’s newsletter addresses the importance of mental health awareness, particularly in a high-stress profession like anesthesia. It highlights the benefits of reaching out to colleagues, even if discussing emotions or problems feels uncomfortable, as simply spending time with someone can positively impact mental health.
Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and others team up to provide dental care to those with severe physical, mental or developmental disabilities.
As I began the interview process, I reflected on the qualities I most wanted in a residency program. While many of the top anesthesiology programs in the country provide excellent training, there were a few factors that really made WashU stand out. I was born and raised, and attended college and medical school in the […]
As I look toward fellowship and the next steps in my career, I am grateful for all that WashU has provided me. Whether that future lies in academia or private practice, I am confident WashU has given me all the skills I need to succeed, and a network of friends and colleagues to support me […]
My journey to WashU began earlier than most. Growing up just outside of St. Louis, I attended high school just a few blocks away from WashU’s medical campus. As a result, I had the opportunity to participate in a program that paired students with a physician-scientist mentor at WashU. Even at that early point in […]
Dr. Hawa Abubakar joined the Department of Anesthesiology at Washington University in St. Louis on August 22, 2022. She will have appointments in the Divisions of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine.
When I reflect back on what helped me choose WashU, a couple things come to mind. First, I was fortunate enough to visit St. Louis prior to rank list’s for residency being due, and what I found is that STL is a hidden gem. The city is Goldilocks-sized, with numerous urban attractions without the overcrowding, […]
Meet WUDA’s Vice Chair for Clinical Operations, Dr. Chakrapol Lattanand! This position was created within the last year, and his responsibilities include: managing the clinical business of the department, and providing expertise in the areas of financial clinical operations, strategic planning, and contract/affiliation negotiations and management. We are thrilled about his appointment to this key leadership role in our department! Learn more about a day in the life of Dr. Lattanand >>