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Dear Alumni and Friends,
It is my pleasure to write to you for the first time as head of the Department of Anesthesiology at WashU Medicine.
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I joined WashU with a deep appreciation for what has long distinguished this department: science that has advanced our field, generations of physicians and scientists trained here, and excellence in patient care. That is the legacy of former chairs William Owens, MD, who laid the foundation for Alex Evers, MD, who built one of the nation’s premier anesthesiology departments, and Michael Avidan, MBBCh, who expanded its reach, strength, and impact.
What is equally powerful is the community that surrounds it.
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Donor impact: a safer way to treat pain
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What happens when donors back an early-stage idea? Support from the Dr. Seymour & Rose T. Brown Professorship helped Dr. Rob Gereau turn a bold concept for plant-inspired pain relief into promising drug candidates. It’s a major step toward safer, non-addictive treatments for the 50 million Americans living with chronic pain.
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ASA 2026: Alumni Reception |
We invite all alumni, faculty, trainees, and friends to join us for an evening of connection and celebration at our upcoming Alumni Reception. Come reconnect with former colleagues, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and rooftop views, and meet our new Department Head, Dr. Padma Gulur!
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- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
- Location: Carte Hotel Rooftop | 401 West Ash Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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| Leading the nation in anesthesia research
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For the second year in a row, WashU Medicine’s Department of Anesthesiology earned the No. 1 ranking nationwide in NIH funding — bringing in more than $37.4 million in total research support. Backed by 164 funded projects, our teams are pioneering new non-addictive pain therapies, advancing chronic pain research, and developing life-saving treatments for surgical patients.
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| Meet our newest residency class |
On Match Day, the Department of Anesthesiology welcomed 23 new residents. Representing ten states and three countries, these talented physicians bring diverse experiences that will strengthen our community and shape the future of anesthesiology.
Meet the new residents »
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Show your WashU pride on Doximity! |
Doximity’s 2026–2027 Residency Navigator surveys open in late April 2027. Eligible residents and alumni provide anonymous feedback about our program's culture, training, and mentorship to help prospective applicants learn what it's like to train at WashU Medicine.
How to prepare now: Log in to Doximity and ensure your profile lists our residency program, your training dates, and (if applicable) your current board certification. Updating your profile today ensures you receive a survey link in April.
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Kannampallil named JAMIA Editor-in-Chief
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Thomas Kannampallil, PhD, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association (JAMIA). His tenure officially begins January 1, 2027.
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| Haroutounian & Pradhan named Shelden Professors
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| Drewry installed as inaugural Llorin-Roa Professor
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Anne Drewry, MD, Vice Chair and Chief of Critical Care Medicine, has been installed as the inaugural Llorin-Roa Professor of Anesthesiology.
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Highlights from the 38th C.R. Stephen Lecture & Academic Showcase |
The department recently hosted the 38th Annual C.R. Stephen Lecture featuring Max B. Kelz, MD, PhD, from the University of Pennsylvania, whose presentation challenged core assumptions about anesthesia and consciousness. The event coincided with our annual Academic Showcase, featuring over 70 poster presentations across basic, clinical, and translational research.
Read the recap »
Save the Date: Mark your calendars for the 39th Annual C.R. Stephen Lecture on April 14, 2027! Speaker details and registration will be shared early next year.
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Inside the ASSURE Fellowship: Inspiring future physician-scientists |
The 2026 Anesthesiology Summer Research (ASSURE) Fellowship recently wrapped up an impactful 10-week cycle. Six undergraduate scholars engaged in hands-on laboratory research, shadowed anesthesiologists in operating rooms at St. Louis Children's Hospital, and showcased their findings at our end-of-summer poster presentation.
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Philanthropy fuels our progress |
Every day, the Department of Anesthesiology is shaping the future of our field. Private philanthropy fuels our progress, enabling us to recruit the best faculty, conduct pioneering science and clinical care, and to train the next generation of anesthesiology leaders.
With you, we will continue to push boundaries and advance health care for patients in our region and around the world.
Learn more about supporting the department »
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