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Drs. Amanda Kleiman and Vaia Abatzis Selected to Serve as ABA Examiners for Applied Exam
Congratulations to Drs. Amanda Kleiman and Vaia Abatzis on being selected to serve as ABA examiners for the Applied Exam! They will play a critical role in the future of…Former Resident, Mark Simcox, MD, Appointed to the Virginia Board of Medicine
Former UVA Anesthesiology resident Mark Simcox, MD, has been appointed to the Virginia Board of Medicine by Governor Glenn Youngkin, following a nomination by Senator Todd Pillion. Dr. Simcox, a…
August 2024 - December 2024 Grants 1. Mike Mazzeffi, MD Safety and Tolerability of Recombinant von Willebrand Factor Concentrate in Adult ECMO Patients with Major Bleeding: A Phase I Study.…
Written By Dr. Kamilla Esfahani Dumelang! For the last two weeks, I learned more about cloacal defects than ever before. And I loved it. Working alongside amazing urogynecologists, Drs. Ian…
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship Program. This program is designed to train the next generation of leaders in cardiothoracic anesthesiology, equipping…
Three Faculty Members Recognized with Patient Experience Awards
Congratulations to faculty members Lee Heffner, MD, Tyler Johnson, MD, and Lori Urban, PsyD who were recognized by UVA Health for delivering an outstanding patient experience. These awards are derived…
We are delighted to announce that Dr. Zaaqoq has been appointed as the Medical Director of the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (TCV ICU) at the University of Virginia.…
Our Pre-anesthesia Evaluation and Testing Center (PETC) underwent a significant transformation, with a new name and location aimed at improving preoperative patient care and streamlining anesthesia evaluations. Previously located on…
Traumatic brain injury, stroke, and cardiac arrest are frequently complicated by impaired blood flow and oxygenation, which may lead to progressive brain injury. Current devices, designed to measure tissue oxygenation,…
Michael Mazzeffi, MD Elected to George F. Rich Endowed Professorship
Congratulations to Dr. Michael Mazzeffi, who was recently elected to the George F. Rich Endowed Professorship. Dr. Mazzeffi was among 26 faculty members honored with an endowed professorship this year.…Two Faculty Members Selected for the AAMC Early Career Women Faculty Leadership Development Seminar
This summer, two UVA School of Medicine faculty members attended the highly selective AAMC Early Career Women Faculty Leadership Development Seminar (EWIM): Eryn Thiele, MD, and Susan Walters, MD, assistant…
In Memoriam David L. Bogdonoff, MD It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Dr. David L. Bogdonoff, a recently retired faculty member of the University of…
As we begin a new chapter in the UVA Department of Anesthesiology, we extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Peggy McNaull for her exceptional leadership as Chair. Dr. McNaull has…
JEDI Committee Hosts Students with Discover Medicine and Boys & Girls Club
UVA Anesthesiology's Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (JEDI) Committee recently took part in two community events welcoming students to Grounds for hands-on learning. The first event was held in partnership…
On May 8th, students with City of Promise visited the UVA Medical Center for hands-on learning about anesthesia and surgery. City of Promise is an organization focused on coaching, mentoring,…
Join Us for a Celebration of Research May 14th and 15th, 2024
Please join us for a Celebration of Research on Tuesday May 14th and Wednesday May 15th. The annual event is presented by the University of Virginia Department of Anesthesiology and…UVA Anesthesiology Hosted 2024 Southern University Department of Anesthesia Chairs Meeting
The University of Virginia (UVA) Department of Anesthesiology hosted the 2024 Southern University Department of Anesthesia Chairs Meeting on April 19-21, 2024 at Darden. There were 19 Department Chairs and…Dr. Bob Goldstein, MD and UVA Health Hosted a Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
Congratulations to Dr. Bob Goldstein, MD and the UVA Health Team that hosted a free drive-through Prescription Drug Take-Back Event on Saturday, April 27th, 2024 at a drop-off lane outside…
Our anesthesia critical care fellows and faculty recently attended the 2024 Society of Critical Care Medicine Annual Congress. It was a fantastic educational experience, and an opportunity for faculty and…
Resident Martin Hehir, MD Heading to US Olympic Marathon Trials
UVA Anesthesiology resident, Martin Hehir, MD, has successfully qualified for the U.S. Olympic trials in the marathon. Training for the Olympics while balancing his roles as a third-year resident and…