The Division of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology is dynamic and diverse, comprising more than 25 attending anesthesiologists with a range of interests and expertise. Members of the group spend part of their time in clinical activities other than cardiothoracic anesthesiology including the Perioperative Medicine Division and General Division. Several members of the division are also critical care physicians and staff the cardiothoracic intensive care unit (CT-ICU).
The division provides care to patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgery, interventional cardiology and electrophysiology procedures, and perioperative transesophageal echocardiography. This includes a variety of surgical and interventional procedures, which include: coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic valve repair and replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, structural heart procedures, adult congenital surgery, mechanical circulatory support, and heart failure surgery and transplantation. In addition to a busy cardiac surgical service, faculty provide care for complex thoracic surgery including lung resections and pneumonectomy, esophageal surgery as well as airway surgery including tracheal resections.
Our colleagues in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery are similarly talented and diverse, and enjoy clinical, educational, and academic collaborations with us. Both the operating suite and the CT-ICU are well-appointed, featuring friendly environments, collaborative culture, and state-of-the-art equipment.
WashU Medicine is a leading provider of cardiothoracic surgery in the Midwest with a broad referral base across several adjoining states. There is also an international referral base for complex thoracic and cardiac procedures including lung volume reduction surgery, lung transplantation, thoracic cancer surgery, and cardiac arrhythmia surgery.
Education
Rotations in the CT-ORs and the CT-ICU are popular among medical students and residents alike. The Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology (ACTA) Fellowship Program is designed to train the next generation of subspecialty leaders. Our case mix and volume ensure that all trainees are able to obtain the experiences that they desire.
Locations
The division provides services at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH) and Missouri Baptist Medical Center (MBMC). Our facilities include transesophageal echocardiography equipment with high-resolution 3-D in all cardiac operating rooms at both clinical sites we support.
Global Outreach
Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology faculty and trainees contribute to global outreach efforts through education, clinical care, and humanitarian partnerships around the world.
Learn more about our division’s global impact »
Featured News
Dr. Manjaap Sidhu joins the Department of Anesthesiology
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