Jagtar Singh Heir, DO
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Division of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, and Pain Medicine
Present Title & Affiliation
Primary Appointment
Vice Chair of Education, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Division of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, and Pain Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Dual/Joint/Adjunct Appointment
Vice Chair of Education, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Education & Training
Degree-Granting Education
| 2001 | New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, New York, US, Osteopathic Medicine, DO |
| 1997 | New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury, New York, US, Biology, BS |
Postgraduate Training
| 2005-2006 | Cardiovascular Anesthesia Fellowship, Texas Heart Institute, St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, Houston, Texas |
| 2002-2005 | Anesthesiology Residency, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut |
| 2001-2002 | Transitional Internship, Good Samaritan Hospital, West Islip, New York |
Board Certifications
| 2023 | Adult Cardiac Anesthesiology |
| 2009 | National Board of Echocardiography |
| 2006 | American Board of Anesthesiologists |
Experience & Service
Academic Appointments
Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2012 - 2018
Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2006 - 2012
Administrative Appointments/Responsibilities
Member, Academic Review Committee for the Division of Education & Training, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Division of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, Houston, TX, 2022 - Present
Member, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Senior Faculty Committee, Houston, TX, 2022 - Present
Member, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, Houston, TX, 2021 - Present
Member, Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Quality Control Officer, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2017 - Present
Member, Department Equipment Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2011 - Present
Member, Perioperative Medicine Working Group, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2011 - Present
Member, Massive Transfusion Protocol Development Group, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2011 - Present
Member, Blood Bank, Anesthesia, and Intraoperative Transfusion QI, Perioperative Enterprise, Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine and Pain Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2009 - Present
Other Appointments/Responsibilities
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2021 - Present
Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2021 - Present
Basic Life Support Instructor, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2021 - Present
Thoracic Team, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2006 - Present
Pediatric Team, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, 2006 - Present
Institutional Committee Activities
Representative, Fellowship Clinical Competency Committee, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, 2014 - Present
Member, Transfusion Committee, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2012 - Present
Departmental Faculty Representative, Equipment Committee, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, 2011 - Present
Member, Emergency Airway Response Committee, 2009 - 2010
Honors & Awards
| 2022 | Excellence in Education and Mentorship Advancement, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 2021 | Awesome Job Awards, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center |
| 2013 | Sikh Center of Houston Humanitarian Services Award, Sikh Center of Houston |
| 2010 | Certificate of Appreciation, Project Medishare: Haiti Earthquake Relief |
| 1997 | Summa Cum Laude, New York Institute of Technology |
| 1997 | Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges, New York Institute of Technology |
| 1994 | Dean's Honor List, New York Institute of Technology |
| 1994 | Nu Epsilon Tau Honor Society, New York Institute of Technology |
Selected Publications
Peer-Reviewed Articles
- Heir JS. Robotic bronchoscopy: Evolution of advanced diagnostic technologies for pulmonary lesions. Best Practices & Research : Clinical Anesthesiology 38(1):Pages 38-46, 2024. e-Pub 2024.
- Idowu O, Ifeanyi-Pilette I, Owusu-Agyemang P, Holmes A, Kwater P, Jackson T, Mena G, Lasala J, Heir JS. The quantra hemostasis analyzer compared to thromboelastography (TEG) in the surgical oncologic population: A prospective observational trial. J Surg Oncol 124(5):894-905, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 34137038.
- Kapoor, R, Owusu-Agyemang, P, Thakar, DR, Singh Heir, J. External tracheal manipulation for bronchial blocker placement in children undergoing thoracic surgery requiring one lung ventilation. Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia 24(1):105-107, 2021. e-Pub 2021. PMID: 33938846.
- Kapoor R, Owusu-Agyemang P, Thakar DR, Singh Heir J. External Tracheal Manipulation for Bronchial Blocker Placement in Children Undergoing Thoracic Surgery Requiring One Lung Ventilation: A Case Report. Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia 23(2):1-3, 2021. e-Pub 2021.
- Tans J, Singh Heir J. Why is my patient hypotensive in the PACU?. Anesthesia Education Toolbox, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Singh Heir J. A Randomized Controlled Study of the Use of Video Double Lumen Endobronchial Tubes versus Double Lumen Endobronchial Tubes in Thoracic Surgery. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 29074128.
- Konda P, Ai D, Guerra CE, Rodriguez-Restrepo A, Mehran RJ, Rice D, Hofstetter W, Singh Heir J, Kwater P, Gottumukkala V, Hernandez M, Cata JP. Identification of risk factors associated with postoperative acute kidney injury after esophagectomy for esophageal cancer. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 31(2):474-481, 2017. e-Pub 2017. PMID: 27720491.
- Lasala J, Soliz J, Wilks J, Tsai J, Moon T, Vacchani S, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Tan J, Rodriguez A. Extubating Techniques for the Difficult Airway. International Journal of Anesthetics and Anesthesiology 4(1), 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Heir JS, Sekhon AK, Thakar DR, Jackson TA, Lasala JD, Purugganan RV. External tracheal manipulation maneuver (ETMM) to facilitate endobronchial blocker placement. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. e-Pub 2015. PMID: 26853310.
- Singh Heir J, Purugganan R, Jackson TA, Norman PH, Cata JP, Kosturakis A, Thakar D. A retrospective evaluation of the use of video-capable double-lumen endotracheal tubes in thoracic surgery. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 28(4):870-2, 2014. e-Pub 2014. PMID: 24656617.
- Schier R, Marcus HE, Mansur E, Lei X, El-Zein R, Mehran R, Purugganan R, Singh Heir J, Riedel B, Gottumukkala V. Evaluation of digital thermal monitoring as a tool to assess perioperative vascular reactivity. J Atheroscler Thromb 20(3):277-86, 2013. e-Pub 2013. PMID: 23197179.
- Purugganan RV, Jackson TA, Singh Heir J, Wang H, Cata JP. Video laryngoscopy versus direct laryngoscopy for double-lumen endotracheal tube intubation: A retrospective analysis. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 26(5):845-8, 2012. e-Pub 2012. PMID: 22361488.
- Jawa RS, Zakrison TL, Richards AT, Young DH, Singh Heir J. Facilitating safer surgery and anesthesia in a disaster zone. Am J Surg 204(3):406-9, 2012. e-Pub 2012. PMID: 22591700.
- Jawa RS, Singh Heir J, Cancelada D, Young DH, Mercer DW. A quick primer for setting up and maintaining surgical intensive care in an austere environment: Practical tips from volunteers in a mass disaster. American Journal of Disaster Medicine 7(3, Summer 2012):223-230, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Jawa RS, Zakrison T, Singh Heir J. Facilitating Surgery in a Disaster Zone. The American Journal of Surgery 204:406-409, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Singh Heir J, Kupferman ME. A Simple Approach to Facilitating Fiberoptic Intubation in the Difficult Airway Iscope. Laryngoscope 121(2):310-2, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
- Singh Heir J, Gottumukkala V, Singh M, Riedel B, Yusuf SW. Coronary Stents and Non-cardiac Surgery: Current Clinical Challenges and Conundrums. Preventive Cardiology 13(1):8-13, 2010. e-Pub 2010. PMID: 20021620.
Invited Articles
- Singh Heir J, Lasala J. Advances in Double Lumen Endobronchial Tube Technology Aid in Robotic Thoracic Surgery. American Society of Anesthesiologists Monitor 82(3):28-29, 2018. e-Pub 2018.
- Singh Heir J. Trials and Triumphs: Personal Experiences from Haiti. Texas Society of Anesthesiologists Bulletin 23(1):14-18, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
Other Articles
- Ifeanyi-Pillette, IC, Singh Heir, J, Idowu, O Robotic bronchoscopy. Best Practice and Research: Clinical Anaesthesiology 38(1):38-46, 2024.
Abstracts
- Idowu O, Ifeanyi-Pilette I, Owusu-Agyemang P, Holmes A, Jackson T, Kwater P, Mena G, Lasala J, Jagtar Singh Heir. A new solution to an old problem: Sonic estimation of elasticity via resonance (seer) sonorheometry technology versus thromboelastography (teg) in a surgical oncological population. 2021 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, 2021. e-Pub 2021.
- Kapoor R, Owusu - Agyemang P, Thakar DR, Heir JS. External tracheal manipulation for bronchial blocker placement in children undergoing thoracic surgery requiring one lung ventilation: A case report. Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia 24(1):105-107, 2021. e-Pub 2021.
- Mirza K, Thakar D, Singh J, Landowsky K, Kassab C, Lau S. Sugammadex associated hypotension, bradycardia, asystole and death: A case report. Case Reports in Anesthesiology, 2020. e-Pub 2020.
- Lasala J, Mena G, Iniesta MD, Rodriguez-Restrepo A, Meyer LA, Salvo G, Corzo C, Munsell MF, Singh Heir J, Ifeanyi IC, Cata JP, Lu KH, Ramirez PT. Impact of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program on postoperative renal function. Clinical Nutrition ESPEN 13(27):14-15, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Singh Heir J, Brummelhuis I, Fiascone S, Frendl G, Elias KM. Effects of Local Anesthetic Agents and Opioids on Growth and Subsequent Chemotherapy Response in Ovarian Cancer. Clinical Nutrition ESPEN, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Tan J, Lasala J, Soliz J, Wilks J, Tsai J, Calderon TM, Vachhani S, Singh Heir J, Mena GE. Extubating Techniques for the Difficult Airway. International Journal of Anesthetics and Anesthesiology 4(1):1-3, 2017. e-Pub 2017.
- Lasala J, Ifeanyi I, Singh Heir J, Earles T, Palmer L, Harris M, Ramirez P, Moon T, Nick A, Meyer L, Jackson T. Implementation of an enhanced recovery after gynecologic oncology surgery pathway: Improving compliance with key elements of preoperative care. Society of Gynecologic Oncology, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Singh Heir J, Guo SL, Thakar D, Potylchansky E, Mirza K, Lasala J. Enhancing patient safety in robotic thoracic surgery with continuous real-time visualization via video double lumen tube. European Society of Anaesthesia 2016, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala J, Heir JS, Mena G, Nick A, Meyer L, Iniesta M, Munsell M, Salvo G, Cata J, Ifeanyi I, Gottumukkala V, Cain K, Ramirez P. Implementation of an enhanced surgical recovery program in gynecologic oncology: Has the development of a postoperative order set improved compliance for preventive analgesia and deep venous thromboembolic prophylaxis?, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala J, Singh Heir J, Mena G, Nick A, Meyer L, Iniesta M, Munsell M, Salvo G, Cata J, Ifeanyi I, Gottumukkala V, Cain K, Ramirez P. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program (ESRP) in Gynecologic Oncology: Has the Development of a Postoperative Order Set Improved Compliance for Preventive Analgesia and Deep Venous Thromboembolic (DVT) Prophylaxis?. World Congress of Enhanced Recovery, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala JD, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Nick AM, Meyer LA, Iniesta MD, Munsell MF, Salvo G, Cata JP, Ifeanyi I, Gottumukkala V, Cain KE, Ramirez PT. Implementation of an enhanced surgical recovery program gynecologic oncology: How much did intra-operative opioid administration decrease in first year post implementation?. University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala JD, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Nick AM, Meyer LA, Iniesta MD, Munsell MF, Salvo G, Cata JP, Ramirez PT. Implementation of an enhanced surgical recovery program in gynecologic oncology: An approach for all ages or just for the young at heart?, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala JD, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Nick AM, Meyer LA, Iniesta MD, Munsell MF, Salvo G, Cata JP, Ifeanyi I, Gottumukkala V, Cain KE, Ramirez PT. Implementation of an enhanced surgical recovery program in gynecologic oncology: Has the development of a preoperative order set improved compliance for preventive analgesia and deep venous thromboembolic prophylaxis?, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala JD, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Nick AM, Meyer LA, Iniesta MD, Munsell MF, Salvo G, Cata JP, Ifeanyi I, Gottumukkala V, Cain KE, Ramirez PT. Impact of an enhanced surgical recovery program on postoperative renal function: Is euvolemia ideal for all or only a select few? University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lasala J, Vachhani S, Singh Heir J, Mena GE, Moon T, Patino M. Venous gas embolism (VGE) in a patient with ovarian cancer during laparoscopic surgery. University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2016. e-Pub 2016.
- Lipski I, Sapire K, Singh Heir J, Bhavsar S, Cohen, Lang, Spelman, Kronczok, Jooris. Integrated approach to oncological procedures: Guided self-hypnosis during bone marrow aspirations and/or biopsies. Society of Integrative Oncology Annual Conference, 2014. e-Pub 2014.
- Heir JS, Tsai JY, Moon T, Vachhani S, Singh M, Gottumukkala V. Takotsubo cardiomyopathy after liposarcoma surgery. 35th Annual SCA Meeting & Workshops, 2013. e-Pub 2013.
- Singh Heir J, Tsai JY, Moon T, Vachhani S, Singh M, Takotsubo GV. Cardiomyopathy After Liposarcoma Surgery. 35th Annual SCA Meeting & Workshops, 2013. e-Pub 2013.
- Purugganan RV, Cata J, Singh Heir J, Wang H, Jackson TA. Video vs. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-Lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Wang H, Purugganan RV, Jackson TA, Singh Heir J, Cata J. Video vs. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-Lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. International Anesthesia Research Society, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Singh Heir J, Jackson TA, Sahai SK. A tough pill to swallow. Perioperative Medicine Summit, 2012. e-Pub 2012.
- Schier R, Singh Heir J, El-Zein R, Teschendorf P, Riedel B, Gottumukkala V. Effect of surgical injury on vascular function - a prospective study using a novel non-invasive technique. European Journal of Anaesthesiology 28(40):40, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
- Jawa RS, Zakrison T, Le PV, Singh Heir J, Young DH, Namias N, Stothert J, Neto ML, Andrews D, Ginzburg E, Mercer DW. Regionalization of care for the critically ill in post-earthquake Haiti: The value of teamwork. J Surg Res 2(165):340, 2011. e-Pub 2011.
- Singh Heir J. Digital thermal monitoring: A novel, non-invasive assessment of perioperative microvascular function. American Society of Anesthesiology, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
- Singh Heir J. Digital thermal monitoring: Non-invasive assessment of perioperative microvascular function. Euro Anaesthesia, 2008. e-Pub 2008.
- Lin S, Singh Heir J. Video double lumen endobronchial tubes can forewarn dislodgment and enhance patients' safety in robotic thoracic surgery. ASA Annual Meeting, Boston, MA.
Book Chapters
- Singh Heir J, Popescu W. Airway Management for Potential Tracheal Rupture. In: Master Techniques in Upper and Lower Airway Management. Wolters Kluwer Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2015.
- Kee S, Rebello E, Singh Heir J, Purugganan R. Anesthesia Monitoring Devices. In: Biomedical Technology and Devices. 2nd. CRC Press LLC, 479-499, 2014.
- Singh Heir J, Mackey D. 70-Year-Old Patient with Renal Cell Carcinoma Scheduled for Nephrectomy and Inferior Vena Cava Thrombectomy. In: Morgan and Mikhail's Case Studies in Anesthesiology, 2013.
- Singh Heir J. Video Assisted Thoracoscopy (VATS). In: 5-Minute Anesthesia Consult. Lippincott Williams & Wilcott, 2012.
- Singh Heir J. Long-Acting Local Anesthetics for Post-thoracotomy Pain. In: Principles and Practice for Thoracic Surgery. 2nd. Springer.
- Singh Heir J, Lasala JD, Mackey DC. 60-Year-Old Patient with Massive Transfusion. In: Morgan and Mikhail's Case Studies in Anesthesiology.
- Lasala JD, Singh Heir J, Mackey DC. Acute Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction. In: Morgan and Mikhail's Case Studies in Anesthesiology.
Letters to the Editor
- Kapoor, R, Singh Heir, J. Pediatric One-Lung Ventilation. Anesthesia and analgesia 132: E112-E113, 2021.
- Singh Heir J, Gottumukkala V. Beach Chair Position: Is it really feasible in laparoscopic procedures?. Anesthesiology 108: 1153, 2008.
Selected Presentations & Talks
Local Presentations
- 2024. Education & Research Day. Conference. Houston, Texas, US.
- 2024. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Houston, Texas, US.
- 2023. Education & Research Day. Conference. Houston, Texas, US.
- 2022. Two Pink Lines? Elevated BetaHCG from Cholangiocarcinoma Resulting in a False Pregnancy Test. Conference. Two Pink Lines? Elevated BetaHCG from Cholangiocarcinoma Resulting in a False Pregnancy Test. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Quality Improvement Proposal for Patients with Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy for Emergency Airway Events. Conference. Quality Improvement Proposal for Patients with Tracheostomy/Laryngectomy for Emergency Airway Events. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. The Use of a Nasal Trumpet for Oral Retromolar Intubations. Conference. The Use of a Nasal Trumpet for Oral Retromolar Intubations. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Sugammadex Associated Hypotension, Bradycardia and Asystole. Conference. Sugammadex Associated Hypotension, Bradycardia and Asystole. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Anesthetic Management of Bilateral Acquired Bronchopleural Fistulas. Conference. Anesthetic Management of Bilateral Acquired Bronchopleural Fistulas. Houston, TX, US.
- 2022. Healthcare Careers. Invited. Healthcare Careers. Houston, TX, US.
- 2021. Video-Capable Endotracheal Tube for Maintenance of Tube Position Through Extensive Resection of Osteosarcoma. Conference. Video-Capable Endotracheal Tube for Maintenance of Tube Position Through Extensive Resection of Osteosarcoma. Houston, TX, US.
- 2018. Under One Sky: Appreciating Religious Diversity. Conference. Under One Sky: Appreciating Religious Diversity. Houston, TX, US.
- 2018. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2017. TEG & Point of Care Devices. Conference. TEG & Point of Care Devices. Houston, TX, US.
- 2017. Transesophageal Echocardiography Simulator Workshop. Conference. Transesophageal Echocardiography Simulator Workshop. Houston, TX, US.
- 2017. Quality Improvement Subcommittee on Metrics Report. Conference. Quality Improvement Subcommittee on Metrics Report. Houston, TX, US.
- 2017. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2016. IACTACON 16. Conference. IACTACON 16. Houston, TX, US.
- 2016. My Approach to the Bleeding Patient. Conference. My Approach to the Bleeding Patient. Houston, TX, US.
- 2016. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2016. Poster Presentation: Decreased Intra-operative Opioid Consumption Following Institution of Enhanced Recovery Program in Open Gynecologic Surgery. Conference. Poster Presentation: Decreased Intra-operative Opioid Consumption Following Institution of Enhanced Recovery Program in Open Gynecologic Surgery. Houston, TX, US.
- 2015. Poster. Massive Transfusion Project. Conference. Poster. Massive Transfusion Project. Houston, TX, US.
- 2015. Integration of MTP into Clinical Practice. Conference. Integration of MTP into Clinical Practice. Houston, TX, US.
- 2015. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2014. Bronchial Blockers and Difficult Lung Isolation. Conference. Bronchial Blockers and Difficult Lung Isolation. Houston, TX, US.
- 2014. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2013. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2012. The Global Conference on Perioperative Medicine: Care of the Elderly and the Cancer Patient. Conference. The Global Conference on Perioperative Medicine: Care of the Elderly and the Cancer Patient. Houston, TX, US.
- 2012. Tracheal Tear. Conference. Tracheal Tear. Houston, TX, US.
- 2012. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
- 2011. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. Houston, TX, US.
Regional Presentations
- 2021. Doctors Back to School Online Event. Conference. Doctors Back to School Online Event, US.
- 2021. Perioperative Anesthetic Challenges in Patients Presenting for Thoracic Surgery. Conference. Perioperative Anesthetic Challenges in Patients Presenting for Thoracic Surgery, US.
- 2021. Exploring Anesthesiology as a Career Path. Conference. Exploring Anesthesiology as a Career Path. Rosenberg, TX, US.
- 2019. Hemodynamic Calculations and Basic TEE Exam, Workshop: Performing A Perioperative Transesophageal Exam (Simulator). Conference. Hemodynamic Calculations and Basic TEE Exam, Workshop: Performing A Perioperative Transesophageal Exam (Simulator). Austin, TX, US.
- 2017. Workshop I. Conference. Workshop I. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2016. Cell Saver and Transfusion Technology. Conference. Cell Saver and Transfusion Technology. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2014. TEE Workshop. Conference. TEE Workshop. Lost Pines, TX, US.
- 2014. TEE Workshop. Conference. TEE Workshop. Lost Pines, TX, US.
- 2013. TEE Workshop. Conference. TEE Workshop. Lost Pines, TX, US.
- 2012. Ultrasound Guide to Vascular Access. Conference. Ultrasound Guide to Vascular Access. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2012. Hemodynamic Calculation - TEE Workshop. Conference. Hemodynamic Calculation - TEE Workshop. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2012. Poster. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-Lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. Conference. Poster. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-Lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. Boston, MA, US.
- 2012. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2012. Poster. A Tough Pill to Swallow. Conference. Poster. A Tough Pill to Swallow. Miami Beach, FL, US.
- 2011. Poster. Safer Surgery and Anesthesia in a Disaster Zone. Conference. Poster. Safer Surgery and Anesthesia in a Disaster Zone. Ko Olina, Hawaii, US.
- 2011. Wellness and Health Fair. Invited. Wellness and Health Fair. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2010. Trials & Triumphs: An Anesthesiologist's Experience in Haiti. Conference. Trials & Triumphs: An Anesthesiologist's Experience in Haiti. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2009. Perioperative Management of Intracoronary Stents. Conference. Perioperative Management of Intracoronary Stents, TX, US.
National Presentations
- 2024. POCUS Workshop & Lectures. Conference. Texas Society of Anesthesiologists 2024 Annual Meeting. San Antonio, Texas, US.
- 2023. POCUS Workshop & Lectures. Conference. Texas Society of Anesthesiologists 2023 Annual Meeting. Austin, Texas, US.
- 2022. Intracardiac Migration of Inferior Vena Cava Stent. Conference. American Society of Anesthesiologists. New Orleans, LA, US.
- 2022. Intracardiac IVC Stent Migration. Conference. Intracardiac IVC Stent Migration. New Orleans, LA, US.
- 2022. Comparing Pain Between Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery versus Open Thoracotomy in an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program for Lobectomies: A Propensity Score Matched Analysis. Conference. RAMSES Multispecialty Robotic Microsurgery. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2022. Robotic-Assisted Esophagectomy versus Open Esophagectomy in an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program and impact on In-Hospital Opioid Consumption. Conference. RAMSES Multispecialty Robotic Microsurgery. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2021. Video-Capable Endotracheal Tube For Maintenance Of Tube Position Through Extensive Resection Of Osteosarcoma. Conference. Video-Capable Endotracheal Tube For Maintenance Of Tube Position Through Extensive Resection Of Osteosarcoma. Houston, TX, US.
- 2021. A Comparison of the Quantra and Teg 5000 Devices in Patients Undergoing Oncologic Surgeries with Intraoperative Hemorrhage at a High-Volume Cancer Center. Conference. American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2021. Survey of Anesthesia and Sedation Practices for Children undergoing Repetitive Cranial or Cranio-spinal Radiotherapy. Conference. Survey of Anesthesia and Sedation Practices for Children undergoing Repetitive Cranial or Cranio-spinal Radiotherapy, US.
- 2019. Perioperative & Anesthetic Considerations for Esophageal Surgeries, Moderator: Anesthesia Controversies Debate. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiology. Chicago, IL, US.
- 2017. Atrial Fibrillation and Thoracic Surgery. Conference. Atrial Fibrillation and Thoracic Surgery. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2017. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Sixth Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2017. Anesthetic Challenges for Difficult Esophagectomies. Conference. Anesthetic Challenges for Difficult Esophagectomies. Orlando, FL, US.
- 2016. Team Approach to the Bleeding Patient. Conference. Team Approach to the Bleeding Patient. San Antonio, TX, US.
- 2016. Anesthetic Considerations for Esophagectomy. Conference. Anesthetic Considerations for Esophagectomy. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2016. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. Conference. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2016. Workshop: Anesthesia for Airway Surgery. Conference. 5th Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2016. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Fifth Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2016. Poster Presentation: Implementation of an Enhanced Recovery after Gynecologic Oncology Surgery Pathway: Improving Compliance with Key Elements of Preoperative Care. Conference. Poster Presentation: Implementation of an Enhanced Recovery after Gynecologic Oncology Surgery Pathway: Improving Compliance with Key Elements of Preoperative Care, TX, US.
- 2016. Lung Separation for Lung Lavage, Problem Based Learning Discussion. Conference. Lung Separation for Lung Lavage, Problem Based Learning Discussion. San Diego, CA, US.
- 2015. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Fourth Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. Washington, DC, US.
- 2015. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. Washington, DC, US.
- 2015. One Lung Ventilation for Routine and Difficult Scenarios. Conference. One Lung Ventilation for Routine and Difficult Scenarios. Washington, DC, US.
- 2015. Lung Seperation for Lung Liverageou, Problem Based Learning Discussion. Conference. Lung Seperation for Lung Liverageou, Problem Based Learning Discussion. Washington, DC, US.
- 2014. Integrative Approach to Oncological Procedures: Guided Self-Hypnosis During Bone Marrow Aspirations and/or Biopsies. Conference. Integrative Approach to Oncological Procedures: Guided Self-Hypnosis During Bone Marrow Aspirations and/or Biopsies. Houston, TX, US.
- 2014. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Third Annual Thoracic Anesthesia Symposium. New Orleans, LA, US.
- 2014. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. Conference. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. New Orleans, LA, US.
- 2013. Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy After Liposarcoma Surgery. Conference. Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy After Liposarcoma Surgery. Miami, FL, US.
- 2013. Poster Presentation. Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy After Liposarcoma Surgery. Conference. Poster Presentation. Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy After Liposarcoma Surgery. Miami, FL, US.
- 2013. Problem Based Learning Discussion: Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery. Conference. Problem Based Learning Discussion: Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery. Miami, FL, US.
- 2013. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Miami, FL, US.
- 2012. Ultrasound-guided Vascular Access. Conference. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Houston, TX, US.
- 2012. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. Conference. Awake Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) with MAC. Boston, MA, US.
- 2012. Invited Panelist #4: Cancel the Case? Tracheal Dehiscence. Conference. Invited Panelist #4: Cancel the Case? Tracheal Dehiscence. Boston, MA, US.
- 2012. Workshop Lecturer: Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Conference. Workshop Lecturer: Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway. Boston, MA, US.
- 2012. Poster Presentation: Video vs. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. Conference. Poster Presentation: Video vs. Direct Laryngoscopy for Double-lumen Tube Placement: A Retrospective Analysis. Boston, MA, US.
International Presentations
- 2024. Can chest compressions actually aid visualization during significant airway bleeding?. Conference. Euroanaesthesia Annual Meeting 2024. Munich, DE.
- 2020. Sugammadex Associated Hypotension, Bradycardia, Asystole and Death: A Case Report. Conference. Sugammadex Associated Hypotension, Bradycardia, Asystole and Death: A Case Report. Barcelona, ES.
- 2019. Performing A Comprehensive Intraoperative TEE Exam & Clinical Integration, Workshop: Ultrasounded Guided TAP and Lumboquadratus Blocks, Workshop: Lung Isolation in Routine and Difficult Airway Scenarios. Conference. Performing A Comprehensive Intraoperative TEE Exam & Clinical Integration, Workshop: Ultrasounded Guided TAP and Lumboquadratus Blocks, Workshop: Lung Isolation in Routine and Difficult Airway Scenarios. Amman, JO.
- 2019. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway Workshop. Conference. Lung Isolation with a Difficult Airway Workshop, EC.
- 2017. Lung Isolation for the Difficult Airway. Conference. Argentine Federation of Associations of Anaesthesia, Analgesia and Reanimation. Bariloche, AR.
- 2016. Integration and Application of Novel Technologies in the Setting of Perioperative Bleeding. Conference. Integration and Application of Novel Technologies in the Setting of Perioperative Bleeding. Ludhiana, IN.
- 2016. Specialized Devices for Lung Isolation. Conference. 60th Annual and Scientific Conference of the Taiwan Society of Anesthesiologists. Taipei, TW.
- 2016. Director, Advanced Airway Management for Difficult Airways Workshop. Conference. 60th Annual and Scientific Conference of the Taiwan Society of Anesthesiologists. Taipei, TW.
- 2016. Enhancing Patient Safety in Robotic Thoracic Surgery with Continuous Real-Time Visualization Via Video Double Lumen Tube. Conference. Euroanaesthesia Annual Meeting 2016. London, GB.
- 2016. Implementation of An Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program Gynecologic Oncology: How Much Did Intraoperative Opioid Administration Decrease in First Year Post Implementation?. Conference. Implementation of An Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program Gynecologic Oncology: How Much Did Intraoperative Opioid Administration Decrease in First Year Post Implementation?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Impact of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program on Postoperative Renal Function: is Euvolemia Ideal for All or Only a Select Few?. Conference. Impact of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program on Postoperative Renal Function: is Euvolemia Ideal for All or Only a Select Few?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic oncology: Has the Development of a Preoperative Order Set Improved Compliance for Preventive Analgesia and Deep Venous Thromboembolic Prophylaxis?. Conference. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic oncology: Has the Development of a Preoperative Order Set Improved Compliance for Preventive Analgesia and Deep Venous Thromboembolic Prophylaxis?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: An Approach for All Ages or Just for the Young at Heart. Conference. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: An Approach for All Ages or Just for the Young at Heart. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: Has The Development of a Preoperative Order Set Improved Compliance for Preventive Analgesia and Deep Venous Thromboembolic Prophylaxis?. Conference. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: Has The Development of a Preoperative Order Set Improved Compliance for Preventive Analgesia and Deep Venous Thromboembolic Prophylaxis?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Impact of An Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program on Postoperative Renal Function: Is Euvolemia Ideal for All or Only A Select Few?. Conference. Impact of An Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program on Postoperative Renal Function: Is Euvolemia Ideal for All or Only A Select Few?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2016. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: An Approach for All Ages Or Just For The Young At Heart?. Conference. Implementation of an Enhanced Surgical Recovery Program in Gynecologic Oncology: An Approach for All Ages Or Just For The Young At Heart?. Lisbon, PT.
- 2014. Video-Capable Double Lumen Endotracheal Tubes. Conference. Video-Capable Double Lumen Endotracheal Tubes. Stockholm, SE.
- 2014. Thoracic Anaesthesia Workshop. Conference. Thoracic Anaesthesia Workshop. Mumbai, IN.
- 2011. Poster. Effect of Surgical Injury on Vascular Function - A Prospective Study Using A Novel Non-Invasive Technique. Conference. Poster. Effect of Surgical Injury on Vascular Function - A Prospective Study Using A Novel Non-Invasive Technique. Amsterdam, NL.
- 2011. Poster Presentation: Effect of Major Thoracic Surgery on Vascular Function: A Prospective Study Using Novel Non-invasive Technique. Conference. Poster Presentation: Effect of Major Thoracic Surgery on Vascular Function: A Prospective Study Using Novel Non-invasive Technique. Vancouver, CA.
- 2010. Perioperative Management of Coronary Stents. Conference. Perioperative Management of Coronary Stents. Chandigarh, IN.
Formal Peers
- 2022. Thoracic Pathophysiology. Visiting. Thoracic Pathophysiology. Houston, TX, US.
- 2019. Lung Isolation in Routine and Difficult Airway Scenarios. Visiting. Lung Isolation in Routine and Difficult Airway Scenarios. Amman, JO.
- 2019. Ultrasounded Guided TAP and Lumboquadratus Blocks. Visiting. Ultrasounded Guided TAP and Lumboquadratus Blocks. Amman, JO.
- 2019. Performing A Comprehensive Intraoperative TEE Exam & Clinical Integration. Visiting. Performing A Comprehensive Intraoperative TEE Exam & Clinical Integration. Amman, JO.
- 2019. Securing and Providing Lung Isolation for the Difficult Airway. Visiting. Securing and Providing Lung Isolation for the Difficult Airway, EC.
- 2016. Spo2: How Low Can You Go?. Visiting. Spo2: How Low Can You Go?. Taipei, TW.
- 2014. Religious Beliefs and Healthcare. Visiting. Religious Beliefs and Healthcare. Houston, TX, US.
- 2014. Responsible Drinking is "Safe": Does the Mantra Hold True for Cancer?. Visiting. Responsible Drinking is "Safe": Does the Mantra Hold True for Cancer?. Faridkot, IN.
- 2011. Trials and Triumphs: Anesthesia in a Disaster Zone. Visiting. Trials and Triumphs: Anesthesia in a Disaster Zone. Houston, TX, US.
- 2010. Perioperative Management of Intracoronary Stents: Are We There Yet?. Visiting. Perioperative Management of Intracoronary Stents: Are We There Yet?. Houston, TX, US.
Patient Reviews
CV information above last modified March 03, 2025