TCU Harris College School of Nurse Anesthesia

Our administrative professionals are the heart and soul of our graduate program. Their influence is woven into every aspect of the program experience. From application questions to the moment residents cross the stage on graduation day, their presence is always felt. Thank you for the dedication, care, and excellence you bring to our community. We simply wouldn’t be Frogs without you.

Improving patient outcomes while minimizing risk. This philosophy is at the heart of why we give so much attention to ultrasound techniques and interpretation. Our recent ultrasound workshop was an opportunity to practice POCUS and regional anesthesia. Bonus: it’s a rare event to have 3 different cohorts come together for a common goal.

Congratulations to our Faculty! The TCU board of trustees has approved Dr. Jennifer Oakes and Dr. Jackie Rowles for the title of Professor of Professional Practice. Dr. Jennifer Oakes serves as assistant program director, director of simulation, and accreditation expert. Dr. Jackie Rowles serves as Director of the Advanced Pain Management Fellowship and general morale officer.

Another exciting edition of Where in The World is TCU Faculty!
Hint: What country is home to bilby, contains more kangaroos than people, and is the location of The Great Emu War of 1932?

Dr. Vaughna Galvin presented her scholarly work at the World Congress of Nurse Anaesthetists.

Leaders in advocacy! Special thanks to faculty Dr. Greg Collins and Dr. Dru Riddle and our own RRNAs Maddie and Abbie. The TCU group took to The Hill during Midyear Assembly in Washington, D.C., to represent the profession and meet with legislators.

Happy Nurses Week! A great time to celebrate the profession's past, present practice, and future goals. Special note to some of our favorite colleagues down the hall TCU Nursing

Special thanks to all our vendors and guests for making the 17th Annual Career Exposition one of our best turnouts yet. The TCU nurse anesthesia career expo followed the Research Symposium and served as a unique opportunity to network with friends and even alumni of the program.

Sights from the 2026 Research Symposium. The entire cohort gathered from across the country to present their doctoral projects and complete their final preparations as they prepare for scholarly dissemination. The future of anesthesia looks bright...and evidence-based.

Research Symposium 2026. One of our favorite traditions is celebrating the culmination of months of scholarly work by throwing the 'Horned Frog' sign up with the entire cohort. Congrats to our resident scholars! Now go forth and Lead On.