Alastair E. Moody

Alastair E. Moody, MD, serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Utah School of Medicine, providing clinical care at University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City with expertise in regional anesthesia and acute pain medicine.

His educational pathway includes:

• Fellowship in Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Medicine at University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
• Residency in Anesthesiology at University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine
• MD from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
• B.S. in Biology (minor in Chemistry) from California Lutheran University

Dr. Moody's research focuses on advancing regional anesthesia techniques, perioperative safety, and economic efficiency in anesthesia practice. He investigates ultrasound-guided procedural training, management of rare neuromuscular conditions during surgery, and cost-effectiveness of anesthesia delivery systems. His work addresses critical gaps in patient positioning safety outside operating rooms and resource utilization in trauma settings.

His publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory toward clinical education and procedural innovation, with recent emphasis on fascial plane blocks, cadaveric simulation training, and systematic reviews of complex interventions. The corpus reveals strong collaboration with University of Utah colleagues across oncology, neurology, and critical care specialties to address multifaceted perioperative challenges.