CRNA News

The Magee Anesthesia Cares committee, a compassionate group of CRNAs at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, recently organized a community service initiative to support Red Door, a ministry that provides essential resources to individuals in need in downtown Pittsburgh.

Pitt’s Schools of Nursing and of Medicine have joined forces to train anesthesia professionals in front of neck access surgical airway management.

The event, organized by Salina Torgerson, DNP, CRNA, took place on Saturday, February 15, and featured a warm and welcoming meal prepared and served by the UPMC Children's CRNAs.

Erica Wiesen, MSN, CRNA, has accepted the position effective April 20, 2025.

Lynsie Zoeller, MSN, CRNA, has accepted the position effective February 23, 2025.

Danielle M. Meholic, DNAP, CRNA, who serves as the CRNA Clinical Director at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, has been awarded the 2024 Faculty Excellence in Continuing Education/Professional Development Award by the Department of Physician Assistant Studies.

Richard Henker, PhD, CRNA, FAAN, FAANA, a CRNA at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital and Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, is on a mission to help train future generations of nurse anesthetists across the world.

True to tradition, our CRNAs marked the week with events that highlighted their commitment to education, community service, and collaboration.

Our nurse anesthesia mentorship programs have significantly contributed to the professional development and success of certified registered nurse anesthetists and student registered nurse anesthetists.

Vincent J. Contento, MSN, CRNA, based at UPMC Shadyside, was recognized as the longest-tenured Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist (SRNA) Coordinator in the history of the University of Pittsburgh Nurse Anesthesia Program during their 2024 graduation ceremony.