Srikanth Sridhar

Srikanth Sridhar, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), with significant administrative responsibilities as Vice Chair of Quality and Assistant Vice President of Quality and Safety at the institution.

His educational background includes:

• B.A. in Biology (cum laude) with Certificate in Business Foundations from The University of Texas at Austin (2003)
• Doctor of Medicine from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2007)
• Internship in General Surgery at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (2007-2008)
• Residency in Anesthesiology at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston (2009-2012)

Dr. Sridhar's research focuses on critical aspects of anesthesiology practice, particularly airway management assessment tools and pediatric anesthesia applications. His work addresses practical clinical challenges with emphasis on improving patient safety through evidence-based assessment methodologies. His research bridges clinical practice with medical education, ensuring that advancements in airway management techniques are effectively integrated into training protocols.

Analysis of Dr. Sridhar's publication record from 2010-2014 reveals a concentrated research program focused on developing and validating airway assessment tools, with particular attention to their application in predicting difficult airway scenarios and enhancing resident education. His later work extends to pediatric anesthesia, specifically examining pain management techniques during anesthesia induction in children, demonstrating his attention to specialized patient populations and quality improvement in clinical practice.

Dr. Sridhar maintains active clinical practice as an Attending Anesthesiologist at Memorial Hermann Hospital – Texas Medical Center since 2012, while his administrative roles indicate significant institutional leadership in quality improvement initiatives across UTHealth Houston.