Research in the Department of Anesthesia
A vibrant and productive research environment is critical for creating new knowledge that advances the science and practice of anesthesia. The Department of Anesthesia is committed to fostering a strong, dynamic research program.
Core areas of research in the department include bench, translational and clinical research, with emphasis on the following areas:
- Pain
- Airway management
- Perioperative inflammation and organ protection
Outcomes research and device development are also areas of concentration.
Office of Research and Anesthesia Research Advisory Committee
The Department is supported by a dedicated Office of Research. Get more information on the Office of Research. Find contacts in the Office of Research.
Anesthesia also receives research guidance from our Anesthesia Research Advisory Committee. Learn more about this committee.
Strategic Plan
The department is guided by an ambitious Research Strategic Plan. Developed by our researchers, research management and staff, the strategic plan outlines the mission, goals and objectives of our research endeavours and informs our priorities each year.
Get more information about the research strategic plan.
Accountability Framework and Report
The Research Accountability Framework articulates the Department of Anesthesia’s research activities and establishes clear standards and expectations against which achievements can be measured and results evaluated. Read more about the Research Accountability Framework.
The Research Accountability Report is the product of the Framework’s Measurement and Reporting Plan in which key indicators and targets were identified for subsequent measurement and reporting. Read more about the Research Accountability Report.
