Stanford Analgesia & Regional Anesthesia (SARA) Division

Stanford’s Regional Anesthesia Division is a world leader in perioperative pain management, home to top experts shaping the field. As a premier research institution, we drive innovation and set global standards in regional anesthesia.

Our mission is to prevent and treat pain before, during, and after surgery in a holistic approach—enhancing recovery, reducing opioid use, and improving outcomes. Through cutting-edge techniques, education, and research, we develop global leadership, foster collaboration, and pioneer enhanced recovery pathways, ensuring world-class, patient-centered care.