Protecting the health and well-being of those who protect our own.
As an employee of the Department of Anesthesiology 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.
Newsletter
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Featured Events
Browse upcoming events and register for those that pique your interest.
Podcast
The Well-developed Podcast bridges the gap between well-being and professional development.
Have you thanked a colleague today?
Take 2 for the Team is an initiative and app designed to promote gratitude and positivity among our anesthesiology department’s team members. This digital peer-to-peer gratitude program encourages us all to take just 2 minutes each day to acknowledge and express gratitude towards a fellow team member.
You can find the app on our departmental INTRAnet, making it accessible to everyone in the department. Using the app is a breeze —simply compose a thank-you note, and your heartfelt “Thank You!” will be sent directly to your colleague’s inbox.
Wellness Outside Work
Below are photos of members of our department engaging and connecting with each other outside of work. Submit photos of you and/or your colleagues engaging in wellness outside of the office, here, so we can spotlight all of our members.
Winter Wellness Walk 
Anesthesia Day at the Farm 2022 
Anesthesia Day at the Farm 2022 
Anesthesia Day at the Farm 2022 
Wellness Walk on the Hill 
Wellness Walk on the Hill 
Blast from the past: Can’t wait for more fall happy hours! 
Holiday Happy Hour at Urban Chestnut 
Wellness Ride 
Wellness Ride 
Workout & Waffles – July 2023 
Black Girl Majic Affinity Group dinner 
Health & Wellness at WashU
The majority of the resources below are organized by WashU’s Human Resources office. Those featured here are key resources for members of our department. Visit the HR website for additional resources to support your health, mental health, wellness, learning, and financial wellbeing.
BenefitBump
WashU’s BenefitBump provides you and your family a personalized journey and dedicated navigator to help your family grow.
BJC EAP
To provide exceptional care and improve the wellbeing of the people and organizations we serve through education and counseling.
Clinician Peer Support Program
To provide our physicians with confidential, independent, and collegial support and resources for the inevitable clinical and professional challenges they will face during their careers.
Gym Discounts
Many gyms near the campuses also offer WashU employees discounts on membership packages.
Mental & Emotional Health
Find support for your mental and emotional well-being, from counseling and psychiatric services to helpful tools and resources.
Move into Mindfulness
This program leads you through practical coping skills to manage stress. Watch expert-based videos on key topics for helping people cope with these challenging times. Hosted by WashU Psychiatry faculty.
MyWay to Health Workshops
Participate to learn new information, practice a new skill or connect with colleagues who are passionate about wellness.
Office of the Ombuds
A confidential resource that provides assistance in resolving university-related concerns and advocates for fair treatment and process.
University Surplus Reuse & Donation Programs
The Office of Sustainability recycles items that are donated or discarded through its Surplus Reuse & Donation Programs to interested departments/employees.
WashU Signature Events
Engage in St. Louis sports and theater events with discounted tickets. View the Engage website for details on St. Louis Signature and WashU-centric opportunities.
Work-Life Support
To help you balance your daily life and family care needs, find resources related to special time off, child care and 24/7 work-life support.
WUCare
This is a WashU practice dedicated to University employees and their families enrolled in the University-sponsored health plan.
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