Rankings: #3 in NIH Funding, #5 in the Country by Doximity

Duke Anesthesiology reflects the comprehensive effort of an exceptional team of anesthesia physicians, nurses, and staff to advance patient care within Duke University Medical Center and the field of medicine at large. Through excellence in physician leadership, research, education, and innovation, we improve perioperative outcomes and establish the very best in patient care.

Events

Duke Anesthesiology Grand Rounds
October 7, 2026

Jennifer Mehdiratta, MD, MPH

Anesthesiology Morbidity & Mortality Conference

Moderator: Jennifer Mehdiratta, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology
Women's Anesthesiology Division

MOCA® Simulation Course at Duke
November 14, 2026

4th Annual Maixner Pain Research Symposium
December 2, 2026 | View Event Flyer

Duke Online Clinical Nutrition Course and Fellowship in Collaboration with the Morpheus Consortium
Registration for the 2027 individual modules will open in December 2026. Recruitment for the 2027 program is now open.

Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Workshop
April 8-9, 2027

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Duke DREAM Campaign

Duke DREAM Campaign

The Duke DREAM (Developing Research Excellence in Anesthesia Management) Campaign was established to support Duke Anesthesiology’s research programs and initiatives. As implied by our motto, we empower great minds to turn dreams into reality. By encouraging the entrepreneurial spirit, unfettered imagination, and unchecked ambition, the DREAM Campaign inspires Duke Anesthesiology faculty and provides them with the wherewithal to achieve great strides in the medical world. Together with our supporters, we are transforming the future of patient care.

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Introducing the 2025 BluePrint

BluePrint Magazine

BluePrint magazine launched in 2009 and is published once a year by Duke Anesthesiology. This 76-page magazine highlights departmental achievements, clinical/scientific/academic innovations, programs, events, philanthropy, and our exceptional team and alumni. On the 2025 cover: “Sparking INNOVATION: Dr. Lisa Einhorn’s Journey in Pediatric Anesthesia Research.”

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Duke Anesthesiology Global Health Program

Duke Anesthesiology Global Health Program

Anesthesia plays a critical role in global health care, not only in times of crisis but also in day-to-day events, such as childbirth. There is a great need abroad for the skills possessed by anesthesiologists. In response, Duke Anesthesiology’s physicians and staff are committed to actively taking mission trips to countries that need help the most. Across the globe, the department’s goal is to meet the health challenges of today and tomorrow.

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