Anesthesiology Grand Rounds (AGR)
Join us for weekly presentations from world-renowned experts!
Stanford Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine welcome all Stanford School of Medicine, Stanford Children's Health Community Affiliates and General Public.
Global Learning Objectives
- Compare current practice with best evidence to identify areas for improvement.
- Critically analyze emerging data from clinical research and latest guidelines to formulate best practice models for patient care.
Accreditation
The Stanford University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
The Stanford University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
***Overview to CME Youtube Channel - overview TBD....https://www.youtube.com/c/StanfordCME.****
Cultural and Linguistic Competency
California Assembly Bill 1195 requires continuing medical education activities with patient care components to include curriculum in the subjects of cultural and linguistic competency. The planners and speakers of this CME activity have been encouraged to address cultural issues relevant to their topic area. The Stanford University School of Medicine Multicultural Health Portal also contains many useful cultural and linguistic competency tools including culture guides, language access information and pertinent state and federal laws.
Attendance and CME Credits
Grand Rounds play a key role in fostering a collaborative learning environment among our healthcare team. These sessions bring together faculty, trainees, and staff to engage with current research, share clinical insights, and stay aligned on best practices. Regular participation also supports CME credit and contributes to our department’s shared commitment to ongoing education and professional growth. Please see the list below for more information.
Grand Rounds Schedule
- Mondays via Zoom:
Lecture 6:30am – 7:30am Pacific Time - Monday Evenings in person
Lecture 5:30pm - 6:30pm Pacific Time
Cocktail hour 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pacific Time
RSVP Required (link provided via email and calendar invite)
Location: Assembly Hall 500 Pasteur Drive, Palo Alto (3rd Floor). Please view Grand Rounds calendar invites updates for location information
For any questions, please contact Mychele Carvalho (Grand Rounds Coordinator) at mychele3@stanford.edu.
Upcoming Grand Rounds Evening Sessions
February 9, 2026
Carolina Haylock Loor
President-Elect of the World Federation of Societies of Anesthesiologists
Topic: The Perioperative Physician in Action: Anaesthesiologists Leading Integrated Emergency, Critical, and Operative Care
March 9, 2026
Robert Califf
Former FDA Commissioner and Cardiologist
Firechat: To be announced
April 13, 2026
Tait Shanafelt
Jeanie and Stew Ritchie Professor of Medicine-Hematology at Stanford Medicine and Chief Wellness Officer for Stanford Health Care
Topic: To be announced
Contact
Sheela Pai Cole, MD, FASE, FASA
Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Cardiac Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine
Director of Grand Rounds Education
Michelle Arteaga
Global Engagement Programs Manager
Division of Global Health Equity & Anesthesiology Grand Rounds
Mychele Carvalho
Anesthesiology Grand Rounds & Global Health Coordinator
Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative & Pain Medicine