People

Department of Anesthesiology Featured Member: November 2019

Vijay is an instructor in the Department of Anesthesiology. His current research interest is to understand how limbic system processes pain and its associated aversive information. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, reading and loves trying new food. He loves playing cricket and watching NBA.

Department of Anesthesiology APP of the Quarter: March 2024

Adam Sampson, DMSc, PA-C, is a physician assistant who joined the Department of Anesthesiology in 2017 as a new graduate. Prior to becoming a PA, Adam was a respiratory therapist and shift coordinator at Barnes-Jewish Hospital (BJH), and then a respiratory therapy supervisor at St. Louis Children’s Hospital working in the NICU on high risk neonatal transport. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy in 2007, a Master of Arts in Organizational Management in 2009, a Master of Physician Assistant Studies in 2017, and a Doctor of Medical Science in 2021.

In his free time, you can find Adam working on his artwork (some of which is displayed in 8200 ICU), birding in places like Costa Rica, or competing in national volleyball tournaments.

Adam was named Q1 2024 APP of the Quarter!

His nominator says that he is an invaluable member of the CTI nightshift, praised for his expertise and supportiveness by both colleagues and leadership. He excels as a mentor, consistently aiding new providers and nurses. Adam's proactive approach to workflow improvements and dedication to team well-being make him a pleasure to work with, and his presence on the nightshift ensures a smoother experience for all.

Department of Anesthesiology Featured Member: September 2019

Jazmynn is an Accounting/Purchasing Assistant II in the business office. She joined the Department in July 2018 and has a bachelor’s degree from UMSL in business administration. Jazmynn has over 6 years of experience in the finance industry, and outside of work, she likes to read memoirs and binge watch Netflix series and stand up comedy shows.

Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine

Department of Anesthesiology Featured Member: October 2024

Ben is a pediatric anesthesiologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Shriners Children’s St. Louis. Originally from Ohio, Ben moved east to attend Colgate University, where he majored in music. After college, he taught middle school in NYC through Teach for America and interned at the Institute of Music and Neurologic Function, where he was inspired to pursue a medical career that blended his love for music with helping kids.

At WashU Medicine, Ben is the principal investigator of the DEAP Music Trial, a multi-center study examining the use of personalized music to reduce emergence agitation in pediatric patients. He is completing a master’s degree in clinical investigation with the hope of developing a collaborative research consortium focused on music and pediatric medicine. He also helped launch the Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology’s infant spinal anesthesia program.

Outside of work, Ben enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, wrestling his dog, making music, and hanging out with his U. City neighbors. He’s also an enthusiastic bike commuter who dreams of one day being able to change a flat tire without needing moral support.

Medical School: A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM)

Residency: Naval Medical Center San Diego