Division of Obstetric Anesthesiology

A World Leader in Obstetric Anesthesiology



OUR STANFORD VISION AND MISSION

To be global leaders in the field of obstetric anesthesia and to advance patient care through innovative research and education. 

TEACHING TOMORROW'S LEADERS

Our division offers unparalleled advanced clinical training at a world-class tertiary obstetric center with 4,500-5,000 deliveries per year.

OBSTETRIC ANESTHESIA AS A CAREER

There has never been a better time to pursue obstetric anesthesiology as career. Read this article from on "Why obstetric anesthesiology is the next frontier in medicine".


Where the best care begins on labor and delivery

Stanford University's Division of Obstetric Anesthesiology provides a diverse mix of research and clinical care that enables the care of both healthy women and those requiring complex care. Our care model pairs attending anesthesiologists with specialist training in training high risk obstetric patients alongside resident and fellow trainees to provide optimal patient care in a world-class academic research settting.

Our Division Leadership

Brendan Carvalho
Division Chief

Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine (Adult MSD)

Steven Lipman
Fellowship Director

Clinical Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine