John Rubin

John Rubin is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medical College's Department of Anesthesiology since 2023. He is also an Assistant Attending Anesthesiologist at NewYork Presbyterian Hospital.

• Educational Background:
  • MD from New York Medical College (2016)
  • BS in Biochemistry from University of Minnesota (2010)

Dr. Rubin is an international leader in Extended Reality (XR) applications in medicine, co-directing the Extended Reality Anesthesiology Immersion Laboratory (XRAIL). His research focuses on:

• XR integration for procedural training and simulation education
• Generative AI conversational agents for soft skills training
• Pain outcome optimization in cardiac surgery patients
• Ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques

His 2023-2025 publications demonstrate expertise in spatial computing applications across:

• Interventional pain procedures
• Neuraxial training
• Crisis management
• Obstetric anesthesia
• Thoracic nerve blocks
• Surgical risk assessment

Key scientific awards include:

• NYP Role Model of the Year (2024)
• Marjorie Topkins Teacher of the Year (2023)
• Founding Member of American Medical Extended Reality Association
• Chief Resident recognition (2019-2020)

As Director of Simulation Education, he specializes in regional anesthesia, acute pain medicine, thoracic anesthesia, and obstetric anesthesia. He is board-certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.