Faculty

The Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine takes great pride in its strong clinical and academic foundations. Our faculty members are recognized as world leaders in many clinical programs and are renowned for discoveries in both preclinical and clinical sciences. We support exceptional educators who are developing best-in-class programs.

Faculty Leadership

Watch welcome messages from our senior executive leaders in the department: Chairs and Vice Chairs.

Chair

Dr. Beverley Orser, Chair

Vice-Chairs

Dr. Brian Cuthbertson, Vice Chair of Research

Dr. Andrew Baker, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs

Dr. Ahtsham Niazi, Vice Chair of Education

Clinical Academic Appointments

Our department is the largest anesthesia department in Canada, with over 400 faculty members. We train a significant number of anesthesiologists that practice in Ontario, and are also a major training site for future academics.

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying

Department Appointments Committee

Academic Position Descriptions

Promotions

Academic promotion is one of the most important ways in which the University can recognize the excellence of its faculty in terms of teaching, research, creative professional activity (CPA) and other professional activities, both within and outside the University.

Promotions General Information

Junior Academic Promotions

Promotion Resources

Educational Services & Support

We are committed in delivering a world-class educational experience for our learners by supporting our educators through training and medical education research. Through the services listed, we aim to promote wellness and inclusion for faculty across Toronto though best practices.

Wellness Resources for Faculty

Centre for Faculty Development (CFD)

Centre for Interprofessional Education (IPE)

Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation

Discovery Commons (Academic Technology)