Christopher Tyler Smith, MD, has been named Program Director of the Obstetric (OB) Anesthesiology Fellowship in our department, effective July 1, 2025
Dr. Smith is an Assistant Professor and has served as the Associate Program Director for the OB Anesthesiology Fellowship program since 2024 and Director of OB Anesthesiology Education in the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine since 2021. He manages both resident and fellow orientation and education at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital.
Dr. Smith earned his MD from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed his anesthesiology residency at UPMC. He then completed his obstetric anesthesiology fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois.
Dr. Smith is board-certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American Medical Association, the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology, and the International Anesthesia Research Society.
In his new role as Program Director of our OB Anesthesiology Fellowship, Dr. Smith will provide excellent leadership and direction. As a graduate of our residency program and a member of our faculty, he is well-positioned to lead the program, strengthen its continued success, and explore areas for innovation and development.
We express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the outgoing Program Director, Patricia Dalby, MD, who has demonstrated an exemplary commitment to the program throughout her tenure. Dr. Dalby's personal investment in training the next generation of anesthesiology leaders has been key to the success of the OB Anesthesiology Fellowship and its graduates.
Methodically transitioning this role from Dr. Dalby to Dr. Smith will ensure the continued success and stability of the program. Dr. Dalby will remain actively engaged as the Associate Program Director, providing continuity and support to ensure a smooth leadership transition for Dr. Smith.
Thank you to Drs. Smith and Dalby for their continued commitment to the academic development of our fellows.