Join us for the inaugural research symposium honoring Dr. Michael S. Avidan, the Dr. Seymour and Rose T. Brown Professor of Anesthesiology. This event brings together colleagues, alumni, mentees, and distinguished guests from across the country to celebrate Dr. Avidan’s profound dedication to medicine, scientific discovery, and institutional leadership.
In honor of his leadership in academic medicine, the inaugural theme, “Clinical Trials from Concepts to Populations,” highlights his work in moving new scientific discoveries through clinical trials and into real-world patient care.
The exceptional lineup of national leaders and clinicians featured in this symposium stands as a testament to the vibrant, world-class research community Dr. Avidan continues to inspire.
Event Information
September 24, 2026
1–5:30 p.m.
Location: Connor Auditorium, Farrell Learning and Teaching Center
Free to attend. Registration required by Sept 10.
Featured Speakers
Oluwaseun “Seun” Johnson-Akeju, MD
Chair, Department of Anesthesiology
Anesthesiologist-in-Chief, Mass General Brigham
Dr. Henry Isaiah Dorr Professor, Harvard Medical School
Yo-El S. Ju, MD, MSCI
Barbara Burton and Reuben Morriss III Professor of Neurology
WashU Medicine
Sachin Kheterpal, MD, MBA
Chair, Department of Anesthesiology
Robert B. Sweet Endowed Professor of Anesthesiology
Dean for Research Information Technology
University of Michigan Medical School
Eric J. Lenze, MD
Chair, Department of Psychiatry
Wallace and Lucille K. Renard Professor of Psychiatry
WashU Medicine
Elizabeth L. Whitlock, MD, MSc
Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care
University of California, San Francisco