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Top of windows in lobby of UCSF Children's Hospital San Francisco
Diverse Experts Study Developmental Effects of Cannabis Use

As legalization spreads, researchers scramble to understand long-term impacts.

Anesthesia Staff at the Anesthesia Staff Fair in October 2019
Seeking Strategic Thought Leader and Change Agent for Inaugural Department Director of DEI and Culture Position

As the healthcare, research and medical education landscape have grown more complex, fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where individuals and teams can thrive and meaningfully collaborate to make discoveries, solve problems and create is now more critical than ever.

Dr. Helen F. Frevel pictured in 1965 group photo of UCSF Anesthesia faculty and trainees
Generous Gift from Estate of Trailblazing Alumna Helen F. Frevel, MD

At the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care at UCSF, we have a long history of excellence and innovation in patient care, research and medical education.

John Severinghaus speaking at the UCSF Anesthesia and Perioperative Care 50th Anniversary Gala in 2008
John Severinghaus, Pioneer of Anesthesia and Medicine, Has Passed Away (May 6, 1922 - June 2, 2021)

Pioneer, giant, visionary – these are just a few of the words that describe John Severinghaus and his work to advance anesthesia and medicine. We are devastated to report that Dr. Severinghaus passed away last week, of natural causes.

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