Global Impact

The Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine is deeply committed to advancing healthcare and education on a global scale.

Through our ongoing humanitarian and educational initiatives, we have built strong partnerships across the globe, providing clinical care, training, and resources in underserved regions. From Amsterdam to Ghana, Guatemala to the Philippines, Tanzania to El Salvador, our faculty and staff work tirelessly to make a positive impact. These efforts not only enrich global healthcare systems but also shape the future of anesthesiology by fostering cross-cultural collaboration and training the next generation of leaders in the field.

Explore our faculty’s experiences as they share their impactful work in advancing education and clinical care worldwide.

• All Global Outreach
• Regional Anesthesiology
• Trauma Anesthesiology

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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.

Witten, Germany

Dr. Emine Aysu Salviz

The 3rd ESRA Witten Cadaver Workshop provided a two-day, hands-on learning experience with expert lectures and practical sessions using cadavers and live models to refine skills in regional anesthesia, focusing on ultrasound imaging and needling techniques.