Since its inception, the Department of Anesthesia has worked to advance the science and practice of anesthesia, through simultaneous development of research, teaching and clinical care. The result is a strong, cohesive department . . . and an excellent training opportunity for residents. A major part of the department's mission is resident education, with the goal of producing safe, competent consultants in anesthesia.
Clinical rotations provide residents with supervised training and informal instruction.
Resident experience and patient safety determine the level of supervision provided. Residents learn technical skills and invasive procedures in a controlled setting that is less stressful. They also learn work habits that will prepare them for the busy clinical environment after residency. If interested, residents may request to concentrate their training in a clinical subspecialty, or may choose to work with faculty who are pursuing various areas of basic or clinical research. Formal resident teaching includes daily Morning Report, weekly Grand Rounds and a monthly Journal Club.