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June 2024 Publications

Sixteen publications authored or co-authored by members of our team were published in June 2024.
Dr. Siamak Salavatian

Dr. Siamak Salavatian Appointed Section Editor for Cardiovascular Disorders in Neuromodulation Journal

As the official journal of the International Neuromodulation Society, Neuromodulation is a leading journal representing the global practice of neuromodulation, a rapidly growing and diverse multidisciplinary field.
Dr. Victor Scott

Dr. Victor Scott

On May 22, 2024, we lost Dr. Victor L. Scott, a distinguished anesthesiologist, beloved former faculty member, and esteemed alum of our department.
https://www.anesthesiology.pitt.edu/education-training/clinical-fellowships/obstetric-anesthesiology-fellowship/our-graduates

Celebrating Excellence: OB Anesthesiology Fellowship Program Graduates of 2024

Our Obstetric Anesthesiology Fellowship Program proudly celebrated its 2024 graduates on June 4, 2024, at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. This year's graduates, Kumiko Chino, MD, and Kylie Grady, MD, were honored for their outstanding achievements and dedication to the field of OB anesthesiology.
Andrew Meister

Dr. Andrew Meister Appointed Medical Director of UPMC South Surgery Center

Andrew F. Meister, MD, will assume the role on July 1, 2024.
Ann Martin

Ann Martin Honored with UPMC Medical Education Administrator of the Month Award

The award, given by the UPMC Medical Education office staff, highlights Ann’s unwavering dedication to graduate medical education and her exceptional contributions to our fellowship programs in obstetric anesthesiology and regional anesthesiology/acute pain medicine.
trent emerick

Dr. Trent Emerick Receives Beckwith Institute Grant to Study Post-Surgery Psilocybin Use

Dr. Emerick and his team, who includes Ajay D. Wasan, MD, MSc; A. Murat Kaynar, MD, MPH; and Sharvari Shivanekar, MD, will conduct a study looking at the benefits of psilocybin for inpatients with a history of surgery.
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Celebrating Pride Month: A Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate diversity and inclusion within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community. We invite everyone to join us in showing support and solidarity as we make this Pride season the best one yet!
Theresa Gelzinis

Dr. Theresa Gelzinis to Serve as ASA 2025 Transplant Anesthesia Committee Vice Chair

The American Society of Anesthesiologists has invited Theresa A. Gelzinis, MD, to serve as Vice Chair of the 2025 ASA Committee on Transplant Anesthesia for a one-year term from October 23, 2024, to October 15, 2025.
Danielle Robinson and David A. Snyder, MSN, CRNA

UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside Celebrates Graduation of First Inaugural Diversity Mentorship Program Class

The UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside Diversity Mentorship Program, coordinated by coordinated by Danielle Robinson and David A. Snyder, MSN, CRNA, celebrated the graduation of its inaugural class on May 14, 2024.
Does AI Have a Role in Discharge Instructions? Exploring the Clinical Utility of AI-Generated Discharge Instructions Following Interventional Spine Procedures

ASRA Newsletter Spotlights Work on AI-Generated Discharge Instructions

The article examines research by Pain Medicine Division authors Drs. Michael Glicksman, Pawan Solanki, Scott Brancolini, Danielle Zheng, and Trent Emerick.
obstetric anesthesia and uncommon disorders

New Edition of Obstetric Anesthesiology Textbook Features Work by OB Team

The highly anticipated third edition of the textbook Obstetric Anesthesia and Uncommon Disorders was edited by Grace Lim, MD, MS, and includes chapters from including several members of our obstetric anesthesiology team.
Keith Vogt and Fiona Vogt, Alex Burlew, and Marcus Simmons standing in front of Alex's poster at the symposium

2024 Safar Symposium and Multi-Departmental Trainees' Research Day: Advancing Medical Knowledge and Collaboration

This yearly event is rooted in the legacy of our founding Chair, Peter Safar, MD, and his wife Eva for their contributions to the scientific community and highlights current research spanning the spectrum of Dr. Safar’s interests. The theme of the 2024 event was Continuum of Care in the Treatment…
IARS, SOCCA, and SATA logos over image of Seattle

Faculty Participation in IARS/SOCCA/SATA Meetings

Our faculty will present work at the meetings of the International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS), the Society of Critical Care Anesthesiologists (SOCCA), and the Society for the Advancement of Transplant Anesthesia (SATA) in Seattle, WA from May 17-20, 2024.
Dee with her ACES Award

Dee Trick Receives 2024 UPMC ACES Award

Dee was honored with a 2024 UPMC Award for Commitment and Excellence in Service (ACES). Reserved for individuals who epitomize the highest standards of service, this honor is bestowed upon fewer than 1% of UPMC staff annually.