Sandeep Krishnan

Dr. Sandeep Krishnan is a Professor and serves as Program Director for the Anesthesiology Residency and Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He is board-certified in advanced perioperative transesophageal echocardiography and holds leadership roles in national societies including the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists.

Education:
Dr. Krishnan earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College (2004), completed anesthesiology residency at Rush University Medical Center, and a Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital, New York.

Research Focus:
His primary interests include:

• Innovations in transesophageal echocardiography
• Minimally invasive cardiac surgical techniques
• Regional anesthesia protocols for pain management
• Resident education and curriculum development
• Clinical outcomes in cardiothoracic surgery

Publications:
His recent work demonstrates consistent focus on optimizing perioperative care through clinical trials in regional anesthesia, hemodynamic management, and echocardiography. Key themes include opioid-sparing techniques, mechanical circulatory support, and valvular heart disease management, reflecting his clinical leadership in cardiothoracic anesthesiology.

Professional Service:

• American Board of Anesthesiology Oral Board Examiner (since 2016)
• ASA Committee on Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anesthesia
• SCA Bylaws Committee

Educational Leadership:
As Residency Program Director, he oversees curriculum development with emphasis on echocardiography certification. He pioneered simulation-based training modules for anesthesia handoffs and crisis management.