Chair's Welcome

Across academic medicine and around the world, the Department of Anesthesiology at Columbia is recognized for its leadership in patient care, education, and research. That reputation has been built by the dedication of its faculty, trainees, and staff.

I am honored to join the Columbia community and excited for the journey ahead. As a clinician, scientist, educator, and advocate, I believe that academic medicine at its best transforms lives, not only through discovery and care, but through partnership, humility, and purpose. I am committed to building on this department’s many strengths while embracing new opportunities to lead and to serve.

The evolving challenges facing health care today — advancing health equity, translating science into practice, and delivering outstanding care in complex environments — require both vision and collaboration. Columbia Anesthesiology is poised to meet these challenges with creativity, compassion, and the spirit of partnership that has always defined its work.

It is a privilege to lead this department as we shape the future of anesthesiology together. I invite you to explore our website and learn more about the people, the ideas, and the values that drive our mission forward.

Meghan Lane-Fall, MD, MSHP, FCCM
May 5, 2025