Overview
As Chief of the division of Orthopedic, Plastic and Regional Anesthesiology, my research interests lie in the efficacy of peripheral nerve blockade for acute postoperative pain control, research into educational methods for teaching regional anesthesia procedures, and the safe provision of regional anesthesia in the trauma setting.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Professor of Anesthesiology
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2022 - Present
Anesthesiology, Regional,
Anesthesiology
Chief, Division of Regional Anesthesiology
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2016 - Present
Anesthesiology, Regional,
Anesthesiology
Recent Publications
A Phase 3 Active-Controlled Trial of Liposomal Bupivacaine via Adductor Canal Block for Total Knee Arthroplasty.
Journal Article J Arthroplasty · October 2025 BACKGROUND: The efficacy, safety, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of liposomal bupivacaine combined with bupivacaine hydrochloride administered via adductor canal block for total knee arthroplasty were evaluated. METHODS: This randomized, double-bli ... Full text Link to item CiteSuzetrigine for acute postoperative pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of current evidence.
Journal Article Br J Anaesth · September 2025 Full text Link to item CitePractice 'safe scans': why ultrasound transducer covers should be considered best practice.
Journal Article Reg Anesth Pain Med · June 10, 2025 Single-injection, ultrasound-guided nerve block procedures involve puncturing the skin in close proximity to an ultrasound transducer, creating a potential vector for transmission of microbial organisms when skin flora and blood come into contact with the ... Full text Link to item CiteRecent Grants
Mallinckrodt Hip IV vs. PO acetaminophen
Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals · 2016 - 2022Pacira 327 - Brachial Plexus Block with Exparel for Shoulder Repair PostOp Analgesia
Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Pacira Pharmaceuticals · 2016 - 2018A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Efficacy, Safety, and Pharmacokinetics of Femoral Nerve Block with EXPAREL for Postsurgical Analgesia in Subjects Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty
Clinical TrialPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Pacira Pharmaceuticals · 2016 - 2017View All Grants
Education, Training & Certifications
Queens University ·
1999
M.D.