Physician Anesthesiologists Week is Jan. 28 – Feb. 4. This week, we celebrate and recognize physician anesthesiologists for their unique skill set, vast knowledge, leadership and dedication to excellence in patient care, medical education and research.
Name: Huiling Pang, MD, PhD
Hometown: Guangzhou, China
Title and department at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine: Associate professor, UNMC Department of Anesthesiology; multispecialty anesthesiologist, Nebraska Medicine
Why I chose anesthesiology:
I believe that anesthesiology is an honorable and humble profession taking care of patients of all ages with a broad range of medical conditions when they experience unique health challenges in life.
How I became interested in anesthesiology:
Coming from a family with medical background, I was exposed to different specialties in medicine since early age. Along the way, I feel anesthesiology is challenging, rewarding and fascinating. It is the one for me!
Education:
Medical School
Sun Yat-sen University of Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
Residency
Anesthesia residency, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Advanced Degree
PhD, microbiology and immunology, University of South Alabama
Postdoctoral Fellow
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston University School of Medicine
Professional Memberships:
- American Society of Anesthesiology
- Nebraska Society of Anesthesiologists
- Society for Ambulatory Anesthesia
Professional and medical interests:
I like a variety of procedures and enjoy the multidisciplinary team. Teaching is fun!
Three things people may not know about me:
- I like cooking.
- I am an alto in choir.
- I enjoy hiking.