Improving Global Access to Safe Anesthesia

The University of Colorado School of Medicine is committed to advancing global health through innovative educational programs and impactful clinical initiatives. Our Global Health Program, which includes a one-month elective at one of our global-partner hospital sites for three qualifying residents and one non-ACGME Fellowship in Global Anesthesiology and Intraoperative Neurophysiology, is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in global anesthesiology, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to address pressing health challenges in underserved populations worldwide.

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With five billion people worldwide lacking access to safe surgical and anesthesia services, the need for skilled anesthesiologists in resource-limited settings has never been greater. The University of Colorado School of Medicine's Department of Anesthesiology stands out with its robust approach to global health. Our innovative programs focus on clinical medicine, training anesthesiologists to develop sustainable health solutions that improve the quality of life for countless individuals. We are dedicated to cultivating leaders who can tackle these critical global health challenges and promote equitable healthcare for all.