Debra A. Schwinn, M.D.

Dr Schwinn is a UW professor and chair of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Her clinical interests include general and cardiac anesthesiology. She is also conducting research on stress hormone receptors (a1-adrenergic receptors), as well as the role of genetic variability on patient outcome after surgery.
Patient Care Philosophy
 “Treat each patient as if she or he were a cherished family member.”
Scope Of Care
 Clinical anesthesiology.
Personal Interests
 Novels and violin.
Languages
 English
Expertise
 Anesthesiology

Clinical Interests
 Cardiothoracic anesthesiology, general anesthesiology, patient outcome after surgery and clinical outcomes.
Research Interests
 Molecular pharmacology of stress receptors and perioperative genomics (the influence of genetics on surgery outcome).
Education History
Stanford University, Medical education, 1983
Hosp. of the Univ. of PA Internal Medicine Program, Internship
Hosp. of the Univ. of PA (Anesthesia), Residency
Duke University Medical Center, Fellowship
Duke University Medical Center, Fellowship
Duke University Medical Center, Teaching Appointment

Board Certifications
Certification Board NameSpecialtyYear Certified
American Board of AnesthesiologyAnesthesiology1988


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