Portrait of San Salvador, El Salvador

San Salvador, El Salvador

Dr. Maxim Wolfson

Drs. Wolfson and Wirthlin, with fellow Dr. Speltz Paiz, were invited to Zacamil Hospital in San Salvidor, El Salvador, to lead a hands-on clinical workshop in modern-day regional anesthesia practices for local residents and faculty.
Portrait of San Salvador, El Salvador

San Salvador, El Salvador

Drs. Brown-Shpigel, McCormick and Hawksworth

Three of our physicians traveled to El Salvador as part of Surgical Outreach for the Americas (SoFA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to safe surgical care in resource-limited settings.

Portrait of Sandy Hawes Award

Sandy Hawes Award

In honor of Sandy Hawes, the department has established the Sandy Hawes Award, an annual award recognizing department members who possess excellent communication skills, are supportive in nature, well-poised, dedicated, and go above and beyond the call of duty, all of which Sandy displayed during her 30+ years of employment at WashU.

Submissions typically due in May.

Portrait of Self-Leadership Learning Path

Self-Leadership Learning Path

The Self-Leadership Learning Path is a flexible, curated learning journey intentionally designed to help WashU staff and faculty develop the mindset, skillset, and habits to lead from within.

Portrait of Society for Education in Anesthesia Mentorship Program

Society for Education in Anesthesia Mentorship Program

The Society for Education in Anesthesia (SEA) is committed to enhancing anesthesia education and supporting educators. Our mentorship program connects members, fosters skill development, helps with transitioning into academic roles, and promotes career advancement.

Portrait of Sonsonate, El Salvador

Sonsonate, El Salvador

Erin Herrera, CRNA, and Sara Clarkson, CRNA

Erin & Sara traveled to Sonsonate, El Salvador, with the Surgical Outreach for the Americas (SOFA) where they completed 53 hernia repairs.

Portrait of Specialized Training for Administrators of Research (STAR)

Specialized Training for Administrators of Research (STAR)

The STAR Program provides training to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career within research administration.

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St. Louis American Foundation — Salute to Excellence in Healthcare

Honoring the area’s leading Black medical professionals. The award was designed to encourage African Americans to pursue careers in the health care field, by highlighting local African Americans who are excelling in the field.

Portrait of St. Louis Magazine — Excellence in Nursing

St. Louis Magazine — Excellence in Nursing

This prestigious award recognizes outstanding nurses who exhibit a remarkable level of dedication and proficiency in the nursing field.

Submissions typically due in November.