The FAER-Helrich Research Lecture recognizes outstanding scholarship by a scientist. It is part of an effort by the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER) to encourage early-career anesthesiologists and trainees to consider careers in research and teaching. Scientific discovery is crucial if anesthesiology is to maintain its reputation as a medical specialty continuously striving for excellence in patient care. Each year at the ANESTHESIOLOGY® annual meeting, the FAER-Helrich Research Lecture is presented as part of the Celebration of Research.
The 16th annual FAER-Helrich Research Lecture will be presented by Michael A. Gropper, M.D., Ph.D., Professor and Chair of the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He is also Professor of Physiology and Senior Investigator in the Cardiovascular Research Institute at UCSF.
During his lecture, “Harm Prevention in Critical Care: A Transprofessional Journey,” Dr. Gropper will share his expertise in improving...