Dillon Schafer

Dillon Schafer is an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. He serves as the Associate Director for Simulation in the Department of Anesthesiology. His research focuses on the environmental impact of anesthesia and advancing medical simulation techniques. Dr. Schafer joined Yale in 2022 following an anesthesiology residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, where he also served as Chief Resident.

Education:

• MD: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (2018)
• BA in Biology: Washington University in St. Louis (2014)

Research Interests: Dr. Schafer’s work bridges clinical practice and sustainability, addressing the ecological footprint of anesthetic agents while enhancing training through simulation-based methodologies. He advocates for eco-friendly anesthetic protocols and improved clinical education through technological integration in simulation.

Awards & Recognition:

• Paul G Barash Faculty Award for Excellence in Education and Leadership (2023)
• Yale Department of Anesthesiology Award

Professional Contributions: Active in residency education and simulation program development, Dr. Schafer’s leadership roles reflect his commitment to advancing both clinical excellence and sustainable healthcare practices.