Message from the Program Director

Hello and welcome! Thank you for exploring what makes our program unique—we’re glad you’re here.

The Department of Anesthesiology Faculty, in partnership with Kaweah Health, is proud to offer a dynamic and growing Anesthesiology Residency Program. As the only anesthesiology residency in California’s Central Valley, we serve as a vital contributor to medical education and the future of healthcare in our region.

Our program offers a truly distinctive experience—blending the intimacy of a small-town environment with the complexity and acuity of a high-volume medical center. Here, the sense of community extends beyond the hospital walls, creating a welcoming and collegial atmosphere that supports both personal and professional growth.

Despite our size, our residents encounter a wide spectrum of critically ill patients and complex pathology.  This provides a rich and challenging clinical experience that prepares our graduates for the future.

We are seeking highly motivated residents who value teamwork, integrity, and patient-centered care. In return, we offer a supportive and rigorous training environment located within easy reach of California’s most iconic destinations—just three hours from Los Angeles and San Francisco, and two hours from the beach, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and two breathtaking National Parks.

Thank you again for taking the time to explore our program. We hope you’ll consider joining us in shaping the future of anesthesiology in the Central Valley.

Sincerely,

Dr. Anne Shapiro, DO, MAS

Director of Obstetric Anesthesia

Program Director

Department of Anesthesiology

Kaweah Health