Weill Cornell Medicine Anesthesiology

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

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.

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"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

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.

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

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.

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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

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.

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

Dr. Neel Mehta with colleague.

Dr. Lisa Witkin with one of the award winners.

Dr. Lisa Witkin with the speakers of the conference.

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.

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.

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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

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Dr. Deirdre Kelleher receiving her award.

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!

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

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.

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

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

Dr. William T. G. Morton demonstrating the first use of ester anesthesia in 1846.

October 16 is World Anesthesia Day, marking the 1846 ether demonstration by Dr. William T. G. Morton that revolutionized medicine. Today we honor the science, skill & teamwork of anesthesiology & its vital role in safe, compassionate patient care. Happy World Anesthesia Day!

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Tri-Institutional Anesthesiology Review Symposium. Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Cornell Tech. Register Today!

Join us for this inaugural symposium—a full day of panels, discussions and hands-on workshops led by experts from three key institutions. Featured speakers include Dr. Hugh Hemmings.

Don’t miss this dynamic day of clinical learning and networking.

Register: bit.ly/4h1QvfH

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Our department is growing. Headshots of the 16 new faculty we welcomed to the department this fall.

This fall, we welcome 16 new faculty members to our department across multiple sub-specialties and locations.

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We are proud to take part in FAER's Academic Giving Competition to show our dedication to our speciality.

Our fundraising page: bit.ly/3W8aArr

Faculty Promotion. Congratulations Dr. June Chan, Associate Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology [headshot included].

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. June Chan to associate professor of clinical anesthesiology. Dr. Chan serves as the Weill Cornell Medicine’s assistant dean of clinical curriculum and associate director of residency education for anesthesiology. Please join us in congratulating her!

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Leadership announcement: Dr. Lisa Q. Rong [Headshot included]

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Lisa Q. Rong has been named the new Director of Perioperative Ultrasonography for the Department of Anesthesiology. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Rong!

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Mentored by Drs. Alipasha Vaziri & Hugh Hemmings, & working in collaboration with Drs. Conor Liston & Hui Fang, learn more about Dr. Liou’s FAER-funded #research by downloading his project abstract at the link! www.asahq.org/-/media/site...

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Congratulations on your grant Dr. Paola Calderon.

Congratulations to Dr. Paola Calderon on receiving an U.S. National Science Foundation Innovation Corps grant to explore a tool that tracks consciousness levels in brain injury patients. The project aims to improve treatment outcomes.

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Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Scarpa on his National Institute on Aging R03 grant for “The Impact of Biological Age on Surgical Outcomes.” This project explores how biological age predicts recovery and risk after surgery.

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Dr. Deirdre Kelleher elected as associate member to AUA (headshot included).

We are proud to share that Dr. Deirdre Kelleher has been elected as an associate member of the Association of University Anesthesiologists (AUA), recognizing her excellence in academic anesthesiology.

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"It was rewarding to see the successful model developed in Salzburg translated to Latin America, where there was a clear appetite for this special approach to medical education." - Dr. Hugh Hemmings, The Joseph F. Artusio, Jr. Professor and Chair, Department of Anesthesiology (headshot included)

Front left: Drs. Hugh Hemmings, John Rubin, Jaime Aaronson, Rebecca H. Martinez, and Jose Guillermo Dominguez-Cherit

35 fellows from 9 Latin American countries participated in the OMI MEX Weill Cornell Seminar in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care in Mexico City. Dr. Hugh Hemmings proudly served as the inaugural course director and was joined by three of our faculty as lecturers.

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Faculty promotion. Congratulations. Headshot of Dr. Paola Calderon, Associate Professor of Neuroscience in Anesthesiology.

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Paola Calderon to Associate Professor of Neuroscience in Anesthesiology. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Calderon for her achievement!

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Congratulations on your award Dr. Julia Scarpa (headshot).

Dr. Julia Scarpa has received a RAPP Award from the Mastercard-Diversity-Mentorship Collaborative at Weill Cornell Medicine. The award supports parent-researchers and funds her work on using wearable neuroimaging to study brain fluid dynamics during surgery and the respective cognitive outcomes.

New hope for chronic back pain: Dr. Rohan Jotwani talks cognitive functional therapy with ABC News.

Featured in ABC News, Dr. Rohan Jotwani discusses a recent study highlighting cognitive functional therapy as a promising long-term solution for chronic lower back pain.

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Dr. Hugh Hemmings, Dr. Stephen J. Thomas, and Dr. Natalia Ivascu Girardi

A distinguished moment for our department! We celebrated the establishment of the Stephen J. (Butch) Thomas, M.D. Professorship of Anesthesiology and honored Dr. Natalia Ivascu Girardi on her prestigious appointment as the inaugural recipient of this endowed chair.

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Photo of Dr. Jim G. Castellanos. Text says "Congratulations on Your Award Dr. Jim G. Castellanos".

Dr. Jim G. Castellanos has been named a 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund PDEP/Revson Scholar. This award supports his research on creating a molecular map of human skin healing, which has the potential to unlock novel therapies for critically ill burn patients.

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Faculty Teacher Spotlight: Dr. Julia Scarpa, Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology (headshot). "Dr. Scarpa is such a joy to work with. She has not only been praised as a great educator but creates a safe space for residents to learn and grow in both their knowledge and clinical skills." Quote from current residents.

Dr. Julia Scarpa does not just teach—she inspires. Our residents say she creates a safe, empowering space to grow, learn and lead with confidence. Join us in celebrating her dedication to shaping future clinicians and compassionate care. Thank you, Dr. Scarpa!

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