Patricia Fogarty Mack

Patricia Fogarty Mack, M.D., is a Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and an Attending Anesthesiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. She specializes in neuroanesthesia and perioperative care, with expertise in medication safety, surgical outcomes, and environmental sustainability in healthcare. Dr. Mack earned her M.D. from Cornell University Medical College (1990) and a B.A. from Amherst College (1986).

Her research focuses on neuroanesthesia challenges, including post-polio syndrome management, intraoperative imaging, and opioid use disorder impacts. She has contributed to landmark studies such as the Intraoperative Hypothermia for Aneurysm Surgery Trial, examining temperature management and neuroprotection during cerebral aneurysm surgery. Her work also addresses environmental and financial impacts of anesthesia practices, advocating for sustainable healthcare solutions.

• Key Awards: Joseph A. Artusio Award (1994), Physician of the Year Nomination (2006)
• Publications: Over 28 peer-reviewed articles spanning neuroanesthesia, medication safety, and perioperative medicine.
• Collaborations: Works with multidisciplinary teams at Weill Cornell, including neurosurgery and emergency medicine.

Dr. Mack’s contributions extend to advancing anesthesia education through innovations like spatial computing for crisis management training and improving NORA (Non-Operating Room Anesthesia) protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic.