About Us

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Welcome to Columbia University Medical Center’s Department of Anesthesiology. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center is one of the leading academic medical centers in the world. Every day, we strive for excellence in four areas that unite our health-care family: patient care, teaching, discovery, and leadership.

Chair's Welcome

A welcome message from Tricia Brentjens, MD, Interim Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology
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Opportunity for All

The members of CUMC Anesthesiology are committed to creating pathways to success, ensuring access to opportunity and resources for all
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News

  • In Memoriam: Saundra Curry, MD

    November 15, 2024

    Department mourns the passing of a longtime educator and clinical leader

  • Faculty Publications

    February 19, 2025

    A list, updated monthly, of publications by the faculty and their colleagues

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  • Faculty educator spotlight—Dr. Kyra Bernstein

    August 29, 2024

    Dr. Bernstein, the department’s Director of Medical School Education, enjoys giving back to Columbia––where she was born, became a physician, and teaches the next generation of medical doctors.

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Events

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Remembering Dr. Jordan

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Dr. Jordan was dedicated to the highest quality care for patients and committed to excellence in education in anesthesiology and critical care medicine.

Honor His Legacy

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