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Dr. Matthew Boland has been appointed to serve as Christian Hospital ICU Co-Director. In his new role as Co-Director, he will partner with CHNE Director, Dr. Uche Ofoma, to ensure delivery of outstanding clinical care to our critically ill surgical and medical patients at Christian Hospital Northeast.
Jen Mahan, Fellowship Coordinator for the Trauma Anesthesiology Fellowship Program, gives us a glimpse into her everyday life!
Erin Herrera, CRNA, is the Associate Vice Chair for Well-Being and Assistant Director for CRNA Activities. Erin works closely with the Director for CRNA Activities as well as other departmental leaders, to provide leadership to the CRNA workforce and engage in strategic planning. She gives us a glimpse into an OR day and a day off.
Our first spotlight is Enyo Ablordeppey, MD, MPH, FACEP, FCCM! She is the Associate Vice Chair for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Co-Director of 7800 Surgical ICU, Co-Director of the critical care Ultrasound training program and practices as an attending in the Emergency Department. Along with her clinical practice, she is also an avid researcher, mom to an adorable daughter, wife, and friend to many.
This month’s newsletter encourages readers to embrace the arrival of spring and take time to refresh and renew themselves. It emphasizes the importance of social connections for physical and mental health and announces upcoming department events designed to foster those connections.
In this month’s newsletter, the focus is on the impact of physical surroundings on well-being and the growing scientific evidence supporting this correlation. Architects and designers are using evidence-based guidelines to create spaces that promote wellness through aspects such as air, water, nourishment, light, movement, and more. The newsletter acknowledges the challenges faced by professionals working in windowless and restrictive environments, but highlights the potential for small changes to have a significant impact on well-being, citing a well-being design initiative in a women’s prison as an example. The readers are encouraged to assess their own physical spaces and implement scientifically-proven strategies to improve well-being.
In this month’s newsletter, the focus is on the theme of balance and its importance in reducing burnout and promoting well-being. The newsletter acknowledges that balance can vary for each individual, with some finding fulfillment and inspiration in their professional work while others prioritize their passions outside of work. It emphasizes that both mindsets are valuable and encourages finding moments of joy and pride in all aspects of life. The newsletter also highlights the importance of authenticity and a positive culture in the workplace and mentions the upcoming “Day in the Life” series to foster understanding and appreciation among team members.
In this month’s newsletter, the focus is on the growth and diversity of the department, with nearly 1,000 people working in various roles across different locations in St. Louis. The introduction mentions the “Day in the Life” series, which aims to provide insights into different divisions and roles within the department to foster understanding and strengthen the sense of community. Additionally, the newsletter highlights the importance of people, relationships, and culture in the department’s success, and invites readers to join a Wellness walk around the Hill, offering an opportunity to connect and learn more about each other.
The Department of Anesthesiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis ranked #2 nationwide among anesthesiology departments in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
We are excited to introduce the Calm app as our newest employee benefit — exclusively for the Department of Anesthesiology.