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In recent years, the Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine has demonstrated an impressive commitment to sustainability, reflecting a broader responsibility to environmental stewardship in health care.
The department is pleased to announce the appointment of Bradley Fritz, MD, as the inaugural Research and Informatics Director for Tele-Critical Care, effective July 1, 2024.
The department is pleased to announce the appointment of Colby Parks, MD, as associate professor and the new Director of Anesthesiology for the Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Orthopedic Center in Chesterfield (OC). Dr. Parks will officially take on this role effective January 6, 2025, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence in patient care and medical education.
The Barnes-Jewish Hospital Medical Staff Association has selected Associate Professor of Anesthesiology and Residency Program Director, Allison Mitchell, MD, as a recipient of the Early Career Award.
Researchers from WashU Medicine and Northwestern University developed an implantable device that can detect an overdose and rapidly deliver naloxone.
Sydney Nykiel-Bailey, DO, and Ashley Weinhold, MD, have been honored with induction into the Academy of Educators at WashU Medicine. Recognized for their contributions to medical education and mentorship, they continue to shape the future of anesthesiology training and curriculum development.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Julie Kosto Drobish, MD, MA, as the Pediatric Anesthesiology Assistant Clinical Director at St. Louis Children’s Hospital (SLCH), effective July 1, 2024.
Anand Lakshminarasimhachar, MD Medical School: Bangalore University, Bangalore, IndiaResidency: Anesthesiology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, IndiaCurrent Role: POD 1 Leader, Professor of Anesthesiology, Assistant Residency Program Director; WashU Medicine It has been an immense privilege and honor to be a part of the Anesthesiology Department at Washington University in St. Louis […]
Medical School: 1988 Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, IndiaResidency: 1996 Gandhi Medical College & Hospital, Secunderabad, IndiaChief Resident: 1997 Anesthesiology, Apollo Hospital, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, IndiaCurrent Role: Professor of Anesthesiology, WashU MedicineResearch interests: Obstructive sleep apnea in pregnancy, epidural test doses, obesity, and OB team simulation. 1. Can you describe your overall experience in […]
Dr. Del Rosario is a postdoctoral research associate in the Laboratory of Dr. Robert Gereau in the Department of Anesthesiology. Dr. Del Rosario’s research focuses on the understanding of mechanisms that drive adaptive and maladaptive plasticity in the peripheral nervous system to modulate pain and mechanosensation. Dr. Del Rosario is originally from the Dominican Republic and enjoys karaoke nights and, of course, great Latin American music (salsa, merengue, and bachata). Read about his day in the life!