Last fall, Dr. Andrew Scott traveled to Tegucigalpa, Honduras, to participate in a cardiac surgery medical mission at the Instituto Nacional Cardiopulmonar (INCP)—continuing the work from Dr. Stephen Bott and...
The Department of Anesthesiology had a full and meaningful year in 2025—marked by impactful research, global collaboration, educational excellence, and a continued commitment to building a strong, supportive departmental culture.
Dr. Candice Morrissey is now several months into her year as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Health Policy Fellow, a highly selective, nonpartisan program administered by the National Academy...
We are proud to share that Dr. Christian Guay has published the long-awaited second installment of his electroencephalography (EEG) education series in, "Anesthesiology," the flagship journal of the American Society...
This November, a few of our senior residents took center stage to share months of hard work, careful research, and thoughtful reflection during the Department of Anesthesiology’s Senior Resident Presentations.
In October, Dr. Kai Kuck and Dr. Derek Sakata of the University of Utah Department of Anesthesiology met with representatives from Luxinnovation, Luxembourg’s national innovation agency, to explore new opportunities...
The Department of Anesthesiology is proud to share that Dr. Talmage Egan, Professor and Chair, was invited to serve as a Visiting Professor for the University of Minnesota’s Department of...
We’re pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Jacob Pollard to Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah!
Jake Steenblik, DNP, MPH, MHA, RN, CCRP, Senior Research Manager for the Department of Anesthesiology and Assistant Professor (Clinical) in the University of Utah College of Nursing, recently published new...
We’re excited to announce the promotion of Dr. Eric Piacenza to Associate Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah!
This fall, the Department of Anesthesiology’s Global Health team continued their partnership with anesthesia providers in The Gambia, delivering lifesaving equipment, hands-on education, and opportunities for international collaboration to improve...
From alumni and faculty to residents and medical students, the Department of Anesthesiology was out in full force at ISAP/ASA 2025 in San Antonio, Texas!
Last month, the Department of Anesthesiology gathered at Sugarhouse Park for our annual wellness picnic—officially renamed the, "TDE Wellness Picnic" in honor of Dr. Talmage Egan, our chair and the...
We are proud to share that Dr. Dennis Berry-Rieser, Chief Anesthesiology Resident, has been awarded full funding for his proposal, “Fostering Community and Connection,” through the FY26 GME Wellness Grants...
This spring, the Academic Senate forged new ground with Utah’s congressional delegation by drafting a letter addressed to all of the Beehive State’s senators and representatives, recognizing their support of...
In celebration of Women in Medicine Month, we’re proud to highlight some of the incredible women in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine whose work is advancing science...
Are you a medical student interested in anesthesiology and research? The FAER Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship (MSARF) Summer Program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in perioperative...
We’re proud to celebrate the promotion of Dr. Michael "Jay" Buys to Professor (Clinical) in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah.
his APC Week, we're sending a huge THANK YOU to the incredible Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) who power our department forward every day. Whether they’re ensuring safe anesthesia delivery, expertly...
On August 23, 2025, the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine gathered at Urban Hill to honor a remarkable group of faculty whose leadership and innovation have shaped the...
The Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at the University of Utah is thrilled to announce that Dr. Candice Morrissey has been named a 2025–2026 Health Policy Fellow by...
We’re excited to share that an article written by some of our faculty (Drs. Brewer, Egan, and Orr) has been selected as one of the featured articles in Anesthesia &...
