Since 1955, our department has maintained clinical and academic prominence in training outstanding clinicians for careers in both the academic and private sectors.
We believe that exemplary physician anesthesiologists are developed in a supportive, innovative, and welcoming professional community, and our program enables resident physicians to realize their potential as pioneering leaders in both clinical anesthesiology and society at large. We provide trainees with a state-of-the-art medical practice, dedicated faculty, and an educational environment designed to optimize learning and promote a balanced life.
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Apply our renowned Anesthesiology Residency Program, where you'll gain exceptional training and hands-on experience in an encouraging and innovative environment.
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Top Reasons to Train with Us
- Exceptional Faculty: Learn from 130+ gifted faculty members representing all anesthesiology specialties, from anesthesia mechanisms to healthcare policy.
- Comprehensive Case Experience: Handle approximately 600 clinical cases annually across various surgical disciplines.
- Prime Location: Train in Salt Lake City, surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains and outstanding recreational opportunities.
- Strong Alumni Network: Benefit from a widespread network of alumni in private and academic practice nationwide and abroad.
- High-Quality Facilities: State-of-the-art training at University of Utah Health and affiliated centers like Huntsman Cancer Hospital and Primary Children’s Hospital.
- Advanced Simulation Training: Enhance your high-stakes skills through hands-on learning in a high-fidelity patient simulator.
- Diverse Rotations: Gain experience in specialties such as cardiac, neurosurgical, pediatric, and obstetric anesthesia, transplant anesthesia, as well as critical care and pain management.
- Outstanding Educational Activities: Participate in grand rounds, didactic sessions, quality improvement seminars, and more.
- High Exam Scores: In-Training Examination scores rank between the 75th and 90th percentile nationally, with a board certification rate over 95%.
- Research Opportunities: Engage in cutting-edge research with access to dedicated labs and bioengineering facilities.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy salaries and benefits ranked in the top 25% nationally, along with a balanced on-call schedule, 8 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave, 5 days of sick leave per year, and retirement funding.
- Vibrant City Life: Experience Salt Lake City’s cultural, recreational, and sporting events, all within a thriving and growing community.