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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 of Anesthesiology is proud to recognize team members who have received accolades through the SAFE (Supporting a Fair Environment) Reporting platform.
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.
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.
Seven Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) have been named finalists for the prestigious March of Dimes Heroes in Action 2024 awards. Chosen for their outstanding contributions to nursing and healthcare, these individuals exemplify an unwavering commitment to patient care and excellence in their fields.
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.
Alex Evers, MD, has been selected to receive the 2024 FAER Mentoring Excellence in Research Award, which recognizes Evers’ unwavering dedication to mentorship and his substantial contributions to the field of anesthesiology.
Jason R. Gillihan, MD, MBA, has been appointed chief medical officer (CMO) of Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital (BJWCH) paired with an Associate CMO role at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH), where his efforts will be directed to perioperative services.
In a recent study published in Cell, Professor of Anesthesiology, Qin Liu, PhD, and her team at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified the specific neurons that trigger sneezing and coughing in mice. This discovery marks a significant advancement in our understanding of these fundamental reflexes, with potential implications for managing respiratory symptoms in humans.