Our department includes anesthesiology leaders in every subspeciality and have been recognized by national and international organizations.
We are dedicated to driving innovation in the field through rigorous scientific inquiry and exceptional educational opportunities, translating discoveries and best practices into enhanced patient care. We are committed to providing world-class patient care and advancing clinical care, education and research.
06/17/2026
Congratulations to our graduating residents and fellows! Your hard work, dedication and compassion have inspired us all. Wishing you success, fulfillment and continued growth in the years ahead.
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Graduating residents taking a group photo at the graduation ceremony.
04/18/2026
Congratulations to our Obstetric Anesthesia Team!
We are proud to announce that UC Irvine Obstetric Anesthesia Program has been awarded the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) Center of Excellence Designation.
The SOAP Centers of Excellence recognize institutions and programs that demonstrate excellent obstetric anesthesia care. This unique SOAP initiative aims to acknowledge and promote excellence in the provision of safe and effective obstetric anesthesia care.
03/30/2026
Happy Anesthesia Tech Week! This week, we shine a spotlight on the incredible people behind the scenes, our Anesthesia Technicians! We are so grateful for everything you do.
03/26/2026
🎉 We are excited to announce our incoming Chief Residents for the 2026-27 academic year! Please join us in congratulating Will Mitchell, MD and Daniel Stevens, MD.
03/20/2026
It's Match Day!
We are thrilled to welcome our newest anesthesiology interns to the UC Irvine family! Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey and we couldn't be more excited to have you join our team. Welcome, Class of 2030 and congratulations to you all! 🎉
03/19/2026
Match Day 2026 is almost here! 🩺 Tomorrow, we find out who's joining our UC Irvine Anesthesiology family. We are ready to celebrate with you! 🎉
03/17/2026
📅 This week — don't miss out! Are you ready to take your career to the next level in an academic, collaborative environment?
Join us for our Virtual Open House on March 19th from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (PST). Connect with our CRNA leadership team and discover why UCI Health is the place where careers thrive.
Register now: https://tinyurl.com/shrzkbj6
02/27/2026
It's National Thank a Resident and Fellow Day! Today, we're celebrating our incredible anesthesia residents and fellows for their hard work, dedication and commitment to providing exceptional care to our patients every single day. Thank you for all that you do!
02/24/2026
Save the Date! 📅
Are you interested in advancing your career in an academic, collaborative environment?
Join us at our virtual open house on March 19th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. PST. Connect with our CRNA leadership and discover what makes a rewarding place to advance your career.
Register now: https://tinyurl.com/shrzkbj6
02/11/2026
Richard Harris, PhD, and his research team have been awarded a $50,000 grant by the Etheridge Foundation.
Sponsored by the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute and the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care, this neuroimaging study is investigating brain and behavioral changes associated with ibogaine treatment in individuals with opioid use disorder.
Congratulations to Dr. Harris and team! 🌟 👏
Read the full UC Irvine press release: https://tinyurl.com/2yw7nzxx