In spite of gains in the overall number of women in the field of anesthesiology, gender disparities remain in leadership positions. In honor of women in medicine month, we highlight two women endowed chairs leading the Education and Research Divisions in the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care at UCSF. Both of these extraordinary leaders completed two residencies and two fellowships, and have been recognized widely for their expertise and many contributions to the field.
Kristina Sullivan, MD
Sol Shnider Endowed Chair for Anesthesia Education
Associate Chair for Anesthesia Education
Director, Anesthesia Residency Program
Professor Kristina Sullivan, MD, Appointed the Sol Shnider Endowed Chair for Anesthesia Education
Judith Hellman, MD
William L. Young Endowed Chair for Anesthesia Research
Vice Chair for Anesthesia Research
Professor Judith Hellman, MD, Wins ASA Excellence in Research Award
Diverse Experts Study Developmental Effects of Cannabis Use
References
Bissing MA, Lange EMS, Davila WF, Wong CA, McCarthy RJ, Stock MC, Toledo P. Status of Women in Academic Anesthesiology: A 10-Year Update. Anesth Analg. 2019 Jan;128(1):137-143. doi: 10.1213/ANE.0000000000003691. PMID: 30096082. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30096082/