Association of University Anesthesiologists Membership Nominations


March 2, 2026

We are pleased to share that several members of our department have been nominated to become members of the Association of University Anesthesiologists (AUA), an organization dedicated to advancing excellence in academic anesthesiology through mentorship, inclusivity, and professional development.

Newly Elected AUA Members

Please join us in congratulating our newest AUA members:

  • Alparslan Turan, MD
  • Wei Cao, PhD
  • Srikanth (Sri) Sridhar, MD

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Nomination to the AUA is a meaningful recognition of academic accomplishment and commitment to the advancement of anesthesiology. We are proud to see our faculty represented among this distinguished group of clinician-scientists and educators.

Continuing Recognition

We also recognize and thank our current and previous AUA members for their leadership and contributions:

  • Zhongcong Xie, MD, PhD
  • Yandong Jiang, MD, PhD
  • Carlos Artime, MD
  • Holger Eltzschig, MD, PhD
  • Omonele Nwokolo, MD
  • Yafen Liang, MD
  • Cynthia Ju, PhD
  • Daniel Sessler, MD

Their involvement in the AUA reflects a sustained dedication to academic excellence and mentorship within our field.

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Congratulations to all of our AUA members for this well-deserved achievement. We look forward to the continued impact of their work on our department and the broader academic anesthesiology community.