Jessica Feinleib

Dr. Jessica Feinleib is an **Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology** at Yale School of Medicine and holds roles as **Medical Director of Simulation at VACTHS** and **Staff Anesthesiologist**. Her work focuses on **airway management education**, particularly through simulation-based training and innovative programs like the DAARC initiative. She leads national efforts in patient safety through airway management protocols and expansion of the Airway Lead network.

**Education**: MD (2002) and PhD (2000) from Mount Sinai School of Medicine; AB from University of Chicago (1992). Completed residency at Yale New Haven Hospital and fellowships in anesthesiology.

**Research Interests**: Airway management education, bio-mechanical and cognitive skill training, difficult airway algorithms, and healthcare provider skill maintenance. Active in translational research to improve perioperative outcomes and patient safety.

**Awards**: 2021 David M. Worthen Award for Health Professions Education; 2017 Society for Simulation in Healthcare Best in Show Award for serious games in medical training.

**Leadership**: National Co-Director of VHA Out-of-OR Airway Management; contributes to VA healthcare systems and interprofessional education initiatives.