Our Culture

Our culture is fundamental to our identity as a department.

It reflects the well-being of our employees, the environment in which we work, our dedication to supporting everyone, our commitment to giving back, and the health of our patients and community. We believe that our collaborative culture is crucial to our success in fulfilling our mission.

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Climate & Culture

Our department strives to reflect the rich culture of the world around us. We are proactive in creating a welcoming and supportive environment.

As part of our quadripartite mission, we aim to create and foster an environment that values and recognizes everyone’s unique attributes, and one in which all members of our department and institution feel welcomed, included, and are treated with respect. 

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Health & Wellness

Protecting the health and well-being of those who protect our own.

As an employee of the department and WashU, you are a priority in everything we do. You are essential to achieving our missions of research, teaching, and patient care. WashU strives to provide a valuable employee experience – one that helps you thrive at work and outside of work.

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Professional Development Programming

Professional development is an important component of personal well-being, personal satisfaction at work, and the ever-increasing effectiveness of workplace teams and individuals.

As an employee of the department, you are provided access to various workshops and programs.

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Peers in Anesthesiology Supporting a Fair Environment (PIA SAFE)

A peer-based program in the department aimed to help address concerns about negative behaviors, conflicts, and microaggressions experienced by members of the department.

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Recognition Hub

We are dedicated to recognizing the outstanding individuals in our department that exemplify qualities that further our goals and mission and demonstrate exemplary work and service performance.

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