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Department of Anesthesiology Featured Member: March 2022

Jessica Justmann is an assistant professor in the Department of Anesthesiology. She completed her residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation followed by fellowships in adult and pediatric pain management at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She treats both pediatric and adult patients with chronic pain conditions, and works to restore their function. In her free time, she spends as much of her time outside as possible hiking and camping with her children, as well as gardening and running. When inside, she sews her own clothes and holds the household record for the highest score in Just Dance.

Medical School: Wayne State University

Residency: WashU Medicine

Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine

Residency: Tulane University

Department of Anesthesiology Featured Member: December 2024

Muthuraj Kanakaraj, MD, MBBS, is an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine. He earned his medical degree from Tirunelveli Medical College in India and completed his anesthesiology training at Madras Medical College, India, and in the United Kingdom. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FRCA) and holds the European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine (EDIC).

Dr. Kanakaraj worked as an attending anesthesiologist in the UK for four years before joining the faculty at WashU Medicine in 2018. His professional focus is on patient safety, quality improvement, and education. He leads educational initiatives for residents, student nurse anesthetists, and nursing staff. Additionally, he serves as a physician leader for POD-5 and prioritizes patient safety and staff well-being as essential aspects of care.

Outside of work, Dr. Kanakaraj enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. A passionate supporter of Arsenal Football Club, he firmly believes they are destined to win the Premier League.

Medical School: Kansas City University

Residency: Baystate Medical Center

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