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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Recently at the Society for Neuroscience in Anesthesiology and Critical Care (SNACC) Annual Meeting, Dr. Maria Bustillo had the honor of presenting the winning lecture to Dr. Odette Harris and Dr. Seyed Safavynia kicked off the EEG workshops, covering EEG physics and knobology. #medsky #ansky

Dr. Maria Bustillo with Dr. Odette Harris, the winning lecture speaker at SNACC Annual Meeting 2026.

Dr. Seyed Safavynia speaking on EEG physics and knobology.

Dr. Maria Bustillo presenting the winning lecture.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Don’t miss the hands-on workshops featured at our upcoming 2nd Annual Tri-Institutional Anesthesiology Symposium on Saturday, November 7, 2026. This event brings together distinguished experts from 3 premier institutions. EARLY BIRD discount until September 30. Register: bit.ly/4dBFlhe

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We are pleased to announce Dr. Diana Khatib as the Program Director of the Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship. She will oversee all aspects of this fellowship program, including recruitment, onboarding, assessment, mentoring and advising. Congrats Dr. Khatib on this well-deserved role!

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Dr. Crina Nimigean has been named Distinguished Professor of Anesthesiology Research. She "has been a major contributor to the scientific development of both the Department of Anesthesiology and the University as a leader in ion channel biophysics," said our department chair, Dr. Hugh Hemmings.

Congratulations Dr. Crina Nimigean, Distinguished Professor of Anesthesiology Research [Photo: Drs. Hemmings, Boudker, Nimigean and Accardi at ceremonial event]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Julia Scarpa on receiving an @iars360.bsky.social Mentored Research Award for her project, "Personalizing perioperative geriatric care with wearable neuroimaging.” Learn more: iars.org/julia-scarpa

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

An international study of 430,000+ patients led by Dr. Joseph Scarpa found that patients whose biological age exceeds their chronological age had higher rates of major complications after surgery. A simple PhenoAge blood test could help personalize pre-op care. Read in NPJ Aging: bit.ly/4wal5tK

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Richard Boyer on his appointment as Director of the Pre-Anesthesia Evaluation Clinic (PEC). The PEC plays a key role in preparing patients for surgery, advancing patient safety, driving innovation, and exploring AI-enabled tools that support the future of perioperative care.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Dr. Seyed A. Safavynia has received a five year K23 Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award from the National Institute on Aging (NIA). The award will support his research into the relationship between intraoperative EEG features and postoperative delirium. #medicalresearch

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Crina Nimigean on receiving a prestigious R35 MIRA award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Her research on ion channels has the potential to provide new insights for disorders such as epilepsy, hypertension, chronic pain and neurodegenerative diseases.

Dr. Crina Nimigean. R35 Maximizing Investigators' Research Award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Congratulations to our CA-2 resident, Dr. Eric Sung for scoring in the top 10% nationally on the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) BASIC exam, the first step towards board certification. Congratulations on your success, we couldn't be prouder! #meded #ansky #medsky #anesthesiology

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

New research in Nature Communications from Drs. Hugh Hemmings, Karl Herold and researchers at Birkbeck, University of London, reveals a molecular mechanism that may help explain how inhaled anesthestics work to produce unconsciousness and immobility during surgery. Read: bit.ly/4gYef6N @nature.com

Demystifying the Molecular Mechanisms of General Anesthesia. Drs. Hugh Hemmings and Karl Herold [headshots].

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Dr. Hannah Wunsch was named as Distinguished Professor of Anesthesiology Research, a newly established professorship in our department. "We are honored to have such a distinguished scholar of critical care research as a member of our faculty," said Dr. Hugh Hemmings, our department chair.

Drs. Wunsch, Pryor, Hemmings and Girardi at Dr. Wunsch's distinguished professor of anesthesiology research event.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Congratulations to Drs. Elizabeth Kim, Jyun-you Liou, Andrew Milewski, Lisa Rong and Julia Scarpa on receiving research grants to advance treatments for epilepsy, hyperfibrinolysis, cardiac care and brain health in aging populations. #anesthesiology #medicalresearch #ansky

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

At the Eastern Pain Association (EPA) Mid-Year Meeting in Boston, EPA president Dr. Lisa Witkin led a panel on interventional pain innovations, while past EPA president Dr. Neel Mehta moderated the post fellowship panel. They also enjoyed reconnecting with our pain fellowship alum Dr. Akshat Gargya.

Dr. Neel Mehta with an alumnus of our pain fellowship, Dr. Akshat Gargya.

Dr. Lisa Witkin, EPA president, moderated the "Recent Innovations and Emerging Technologies in Interventional Pain Medicine Panel.”

Dr. Neel Mehta, the executive committee as past EPA president, moderated the "Post-Fellowship Panel."

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Tiffany Tedore to professor of clinical anesthesiology. Dr. Tedore also serves as chief of regional anesthesiology and acute pain medicine (RAAPM) and program director of the RAAPM fellowship. Please join us in congratulating her! #anesthesiology

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Proud to have had our chair, Dr. Hugh Hemmings, alongside Drs. Maria Bustillo, Jurgen de Graaff and Patricia Fogarty Mack representing us at #Euroanaesthesia 2026 in Rotterdam. Inspiring expertise was shared across panels, talks and posters presentations. #EA26 #anesthesiology @esaic.bsky.social

Dr Hugh Hemmings presenting at Euroanaesthesia 2026

Dr. Patricia Fogarty Mack presenting her poster at Euroanaesthesia 2026

Dr. Jurgen de Graaff presenting his poster at Euroanaesthesia 2026

Dr. Maria Bustillo presenting at Euroanaesthesia 2026

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Dr. Simon Scheuring is the recipient of an R01 grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke for his project “High-speed atomic force microscopy with microsecond time resolution for the study of channels and transporters.” #anesthesiology #medicalresearch

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

At the Weill Cornell Medicine Pediatric Research Day, Dr. Jurgen de Graaff presented research conducted with Dr. Kane O. Pryor and primary author Virginia Tangel on new reference values for pediatric blood pressure and heart rate under anesthesia. Proud of our department driving the field forward.

Dr. Jurgen de Graaff with his research poster abstract.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Dr. Erik Wang, pain management specialist, represented our department at the World Congress of Anaesthesiologists in Morocco. He led a workshop on VR, AR and AI in medical education, transforming how physicians learn anatomy and interventional pain procedures. #anesthesiology @wfsa.bsky.social

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Congratulations to Drs. Neel Mehta, Philip Petrou and Lisa R. Witkin for being named 2026 New York Super Doctors! This honor recognizes exceptional peer respect, achievement and contributions in their field. We are proud they have been recognized as Super Doctors for multiple years. #anesthesiology

Super Doctors New York 2026. Dr. Neel Mehta, Dr. Philip Petrou, and Dr. Lisa R. Witkin [headshots of Drs. Mehta, Petrou and Witkin]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Led by Dr. Alessio Accardi, researchers have revealed the detailed workings of a cell membrane protein (TMEM16 scramblase), which could lead to new therapies for blood coagulation disorders, cancers and other conditions. Published in @nature.com Structural & Molecular Biology. Read: bit.ly/4dwP87z

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Celebrating Dr. Simon Scheuring who was honored with the Jeanne and Herbert Siegel Outstanding Medical Research Award at this year's Weill Cornell Medical College graduation. This award recognizes scientists whose work pushes boundaries and inspires the next generation. #anesthesiology #ansky

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Diana Anca to professor of clinical anesthesiology. Dr. Anca also serves as director of non-operating room anesthesiology. Please join us in congratulating her! #anesthesiology #ansky

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

TAS-SCA annual meeting highlights: *Keynote by Dr. @hwunsch.bsky.social *Dr. Lisa Rong received the research award *Dr. Diana Anca became vice chair of TAS *Critical Care Medicine SIG inaugural meeting held—Dr. Natalia Girardi, chair; Dr. Marguerite Hoyler, vice chair *Took top 3 places in Jeopardy

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Our department was well represented at the recent Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) Annual Meeting in Montreal, with nearly 20 faculty members and trainees sharing their work and expertise. We are also excited to celebrate winning first place in the annual SOAP Scavenger Hunt.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We are proud to highlight Dr. Rima Abhyankar this quarter, selected by our residents for her engaging and thoughtful teaching and the exceptional care she provides her patients. Honorable mentions: Drs. Joe Bryant-Huppert, June Chan, Irim Salik and Neil Borad. We appreciate all of you. #ansky

Faculty Teacher Spotlight: Dr. Rima Abhyankar, Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology. "Dr. Abhyankar brings a combination of calm, kindness and clinical excellence to both the general operating rooms and obstetrics, giving residents the perfect amount of autonomy while remaining a thoughtful, engaged teacher." - Current Residents

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Happy National Nurses Week! We honor all the wonderful nurses in our department and community for their strength, dedication and warmth. Please join us in thanking a nurse today! #anesthesiology #ansky #painmanagement

Celebrating National Nurses Week 2026. [Headshots of our department registered nurses and nurse practitioners]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Featured in @nytimes.com, Dr. Rohan Jotwani, anesthesiologist and pain management specialist, shares expert insight into how sleep positioning can contribute to pain and stiffness, the importance of spinal alignment during rest and strategies to help manage pain overnight. Read: nyti.ms/4vjwkRo

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Dr. Lisa Witkin presented at the @usasp.bsky.social Annual Scientific Meeting on “Innovations in Pain Therapeutics: Translating Novel Mechanisms into Real‑World Relief” highlighting how emerging interventions are transforming care for people living with pain. #painmanagement #anesthesiology

Dr. Lisa Witkin presenting at USASP conference.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

We are proud of Drs. Rohan Jotwani and John Rubin for representing us at the Virtual Medicine Conference in LA, where they shared their expertise and were honored as Fellows of Medical Extended Reality. Our resident, Adriano Bellotti, also presented his abstract on VR neuraxial training research.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We are thrilled to announce our 2026–2027 Chief Residents: Drs. Daniel Cho, Taylor Fortson and Anvesh Macheria. They embody the best of our residency: collaborative spirit, intellectual rigor, professionalism and dedication to lifting others up. About our new chiefs: bit.ly/47x2aQu #anesthesiology

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

It’s Match Day! Today we welcome 22 future anesthesiologists into our department, and we could not be more thrilled to have them join our family. #MatchDay #Anesthesiology

Match Day 2026. Welcome! Class of 2029: Anika Gnaedinger and Saiesh Kalva. Class of 2030: Alison Cline, Nicholas Davis, Sophia Gamboa, George Ghafari, Anjali Ghoshal, Emily Kim, Yilun Ma (Van Poznak Scholar), Diya Mathur, Michael Mbagwu, Farimata Mbaye, Caroline O’Brien, Charlotte Pearson, Dante Puntiel, Alexander Quan, Brittany Sacks, Amy Shi, Daniel Sirna, Leena Syed, Sargun Virk, and Brandon Wang.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Our research faculty and Columbia anesthesiology colleagues enjoyed a wonderful, co-hosted gathering. Dr. Wunsch and our research team look forward to strengthening this partnership and the community it supports. @columbiauniversity.bsky.social

Anesthesiology research faculty from Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University gather for a co-hosted event.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Dr. Joseph Scarpa and colleagues, along with @virginiatech.bsky.social, developed GroundCode, a preoperative, contactless assessment system that predicts surgical recovery by analyzing how a patient walks. Designed for the real world, not just a lab. Read PLOS Digital Health article: bit.ly/4cRnweR

“By leveraging advanced sensor technologies, we are moving past one-size-fits-all medicine” - Dr. Joseph Scarpa. [Photo: Close up of person walking on treadmill in sneakers.]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Dr. Hugh Hemmings together with our research leadership, were delighted to welcome Professor Irene Tracey, Vice Chancellor of the University of Oxford, as our Joseph F. Artusio, Jr. Visiting Professor. We are deeply grateful to Professor Tracey for her captivating lecture. @ox.ac.uk #anesthesiology

[From left] Dr. Kane Pryor, Dr. Hannah Wunsch, Prof. Irene Tracey, and Dr. Hugh Hemmings

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Professor Irene Tracey, Vice Chancellor at the University of Oxford and a renowned neuroscientist, as our Joseph F. Artusio, Jr. Visiting Professor next week. Join us for her dynamic lecture: bit.ly/3NkBPxW @ox.ac.uk #anesthesiology #neuroscience

Joseph F. Artusio, Jr. Memorial Lecture “Revealing Neural Mechanisms Related to Pain, Analgesia and Anaesthesia Through Advanced Neuroimaging”. Professor Irene Tracey, Vice-Chancellor University of Oxford. Monday, March 9, 2026. 7:00 - 8:00am

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Dr. Rohan Jotwani has been named one of five 2026 Macy Faculty Scholars. He is Weill Cornell Medicine’s first-ever recipient and the nation’s first anesthesiologist to earn the honor. Read more: bit.ly/3OyRTMU #Anesthesiology #PainManagement #MedEd

Awarded Macy Faculty Scholarship [Photo: Dr. Rohan Jotwani]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Kudos to Dr. Joseph Scarpa, co‑author of a new study in Cell showing how aging cells may shape brain structure. They found signs of “cellular senescence” early in life and in aging, offering clues to age‑related disease, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Read article: bit.ly/4agB1l3

A new look at how the brain ages [Photo: Dr. Joseph Scarpa]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Dr. Peter Goldstein has been appointed an executive editor of @iarsjournals.bsky.social. “It is both an honor and a privilege to join the executive editorial team in helping ensure the journal remains the gold standard,” said Dr. Goldstein. Read more: bit.ly/4rDiZBh #anesthesiology #anmed

Dr. Peter Goldstein appointed as an A&A executive editor [Photo: Dr. Goldstein]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Celebrating 15 years of the Weill Cornell Center for Human Rights (WCCHR) where students and faculty provide forensic care for asylum seekers. We honor Dr. Gunisha Kaur, anesthesiologist and WCCHR medical director, and all who ensure survivors of persecution are supported. Read more: bit.ly/4qQyF2T

"The Weill Cornell Center for Human Rights is one of the most unique opportunities that the medical school offers. What's really exciting about the work and the research that we're doing is that it covers Weill Cornell Medicine's tripartite missions: care, discover and teach. " - Dr. Gunisha Kaur

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Featured in @everydayhealth.bsky.social, Dr. Carolyn Kloepping shares expert insight on acute pain, why early treatment matters, how to tell when pain is protective or concerning, and approaches that help prevent long‑term sensitization. Read full article: bit.ly/3Ml9xD7 #painmed #anesthesiology

Sudden Pain Matters: Dr. Carolyn Kloepping breaks down acute pain with Everyday Health [Photo: Dr. Kloepping]

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

We are proud to spotlight Dr. Suzana Khalil this quarter, selected by our residents for her dedication to education. They shared that she creates a safe and welcoming learning environment, balances autonomy and guidance, and expands their skills every day. Thank you, Dr. Khalil. #anesthesiology

Faculty Teacher Spotlight, Dr. Suzana Khalil, Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology. "Dr. Khalil has quickly become one of the residents' favorite attendings to work with. She is a talented anesthesiologist and dedicated educator that residents feel lucky to have the opportunity to work with." - Current Residents

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Our team had a strong presence at the 60th Eastern Pain Association (EPA) Annual Meeting. Dr. Lisa Witkin led as EPA President, Dr. Neel Mehta represented as past president, and Dr. Philip Petrou joined as a mentor. It was a joy reconnecting with past colleague, Dr. Daniel Pak, fellows and trainees.

Dr. Lisa Witkin with former Weill Cornell Medicine pain specialist, Dr. Daniel Pak.

Dr. Lisa Witkin with one of the award winners.

Dr. Lisa Witkin with the speakers of the conference.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

PGA79 was a success! Our department had outstanding participation throughout the PostGraduate Assembly of Anesthesiology. Thank you to everyone who represented us and helped to make it such a vibrant event. #anesthesiology #ansky #medsky

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

We are excited for PGA79! This weekend nearly 50 of our faculty and residents will be presenting at the PostGraduate Assembly in Anesthesiology in NYC. Stop by one of our presentations, panels or workshops. Check out our schedule: bit.ly/4q3Vos9 @nyssapga.bsky.social #ansky #anesthesiology #medsky

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

We are proud to celebrate our colleagues who were recognized with Cornell University's President's Awards for Employee Excellence, including our own Dr. Deirdre Kelleher. Dr. Kelleher received the Culture of Sustainability Award alongside Dr. Carolina Trujillo. Congratulations! #Ansky #Medsky

Dr. Deirdre Kelleher receiving her award.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

A fantastic turnout for our 17th Annual Anesthesiology Research Expo. We spotlighted the latest basic science, clinical and translational research from our department, along with quality improvement initiatives that drive better patient care. MORE: bit.ly/4876vcA #ansky #medsky #anesthesiology

Faculty, residents and colleagues presenting and attending the Research Expo.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Our CA-2 resident, Dr. Greta Niemela, presented at the 24th ASRA Pain Medicine Meeting in Austin on the first reported successful use of intercostal nerve radiofrequency ablation for slipping rib syndrome pain—co-authored with Drs. Tiffany Lin and Rohan Jotwani. A milestone in advancing pain care!

Drs. Tiffany Lin and Greta Niemela standing in front of their abstract at the ASRA meeting.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Drs. Diana Anca and Julien Fessler represented our department at #EACTAIC2025 in Valencia, sharing insights on ERAS in thoracic surgery and goal-directed fluid management. They were delighted to connect with leaders from EACTAIC, SCA and @esaic.bsky.social. #ansky #medsky #anesthesiology

Dr. Diana Anca with fellow speakers at the EACTAIC Annual Congress 2025

Drs. Julien Fessler and Diana Anca at the EACTAIC Annual Congress 2025.

Drs. Julien Fessler and Diana Anca with a colleague at the EACTAIC Annual Congress 2025.

Dr. Diana Anca with colleagues at the EACTAIC Annual Congress 2025.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology @wcmanesthesia.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

CA-3 resident Dr. Olivia Henry is contributing to the Malnutrition Evaluation Project through her 2025-2026 NewYork-Presbyterian Silverman Fellowship in Healthcare Innovation. The project is implementing AI to detect malnutrition risk, guide nutrition interventions, and enhance patient outcomes.

Strengthening Patient Care through AI Dr. Olivia Henry beginds Silverman Fellowship Project

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