On Saturday, May 4, 2019 the University of Maryland School of Medicine hosted its annual gala for alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and students at the Baltimore Convention Center. The title of this year’s gala was “Vital Signs, Vital Victories” emphasizing the School of Medicine’s continued tradition of excellence in the areas of medical education, patient care and research.

Each year the School of Medicine Gala coincides with the Medical Alumni Association Reunion Weekend making it the perfect opportunity to showcase the accomplishments of the many dedicated physicians, biomedical researchers and allied health professionals who work together every day. Featured prominently in this year’s video presentation were two pediatric anesthesiologists:  Anne Savarese, MD, FAAP, Division Chief and Stephanie Kahntroff, MD, Division member for their contributions to several of the pediatric patient cases that were highlighted.