Women of WUDA

The Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine recognizes the incredible value, and the unique and powerful perspective that women bring to our organization. We are committed to championing their personal and professional development, prioritizing their well-being and work-life balance, and fostering a culture of empowerment. 

This is for women across the entire department, including residents, students, and staff!

Women of WUDA is a hub for women-led professional development with a focus on the specific needs of our department. We will host an annual retreat and frequent updates that center around professional development, education, and networking opportunities throughout the year.

Upcoming Events

More events coming soon!

Resources

Steering Committee

Our Steering Committee is comprised of women across all divisions, with the goal of developing impactful events and inspiring women in roles throughout the department.

Meet our Steering Committee

Get Involved in WoW

If you are interested in getting involved with WoW, email Erin Herrera.

News

What Happens When We Sneeze?

June 17, 2021
What Happens When We Sneeze?
Qin Liu, PhD, associate professor and researcher at the Center for the Study of Itch & Sensory Disorders, recently published findings of specific cells and proteins that control the sneeze reflex that point to treatments capable of slowing the spread of infectious respiratory diseases.

Alumna Whitlock Publishes Impactful Paper in JAMA

June 4, 2021
Alumna Whitlock Publishes Impactful Paper in JAMA
The Department would like to recognize Elizabeth Whitlock, MD, MSc, assistant professor of anesthesiology and perioperative care at the University of California San Francisco, and alumna of Washington University School of Medicine (MD) and its MSc in clinical investigation program (ICTS TL-1), on the publication of the highly impactful paper “Association of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting vs Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Memory Decline in Older Adults Undergoing Coronary Revascularization” in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Dolores Njoku, MD, named Division Chief of Pediatric Anesthesiology

March 12, 2021
Dolores Njoku, MD, named Division Chief of Pediatric Anesthesiology
Dr. Njoku will work closely with other senior leaders in the Anesthesiology Department, with Hospital and University leaders in St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and with institutional leaders in BJC and Washington University School of Medicine broadly.