Biographical summary
Benjamin F. Gruenbaum, M.D., Ph.D., is a board-certified anesthesiologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, fellowship-trained in neuroanesthesiology. With expertise in anesthesia for complex neurological and neurosurgical procedures, Dr. Gruenbaum is deeply committed to advancing anesthesia quality and safety in clinical practice. His academic interests include neuroelectrophysiology, glutamate neurotoxicity, neuroprotection, and the intersection of anesthesia with brain health, with a particular interest in the neurological and neuropsychiatric outcomes of various brain injuries and conditions. His work contributes to a deeper understanding of the mechanisms underlying neural injury and recovery, aiming to advance strategies for improving patient outcomes in both surgical and critical care settings. In addition to his research contributions, Dr. Gruenbaum is actively involved in medical education, promoting evidence-based practices in anesthesiology. He serves on several national and international committees, striving to enhance patient care and safety standards.
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Education
- 2020
PhD - Investigative MedicineGraduate School of Arts and Sciences, Yale University
- 2019
Clinical Fellowship - NeuroanesthesiologyYale-New Haven Hospital
- 2019
Research Fellowship - T32 Research FellowYale School of Medicine
- 2017
Chief ResidentYale-New Haven Hospital
- 2017
Residency - Research Scholars Program, Categorical, AnesthesiologyYale-New Haven Hospital
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2018
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of Anesthesiology
Awards and honors
- 2024
Above and Beyond RecognitionMayo Clinic in Florida
- 2024
Above and Beyond RecognitionMayo Clinic in Florida
- 2023
Neuroanesthesiologist Attending of the YearDepartment of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2017
Abraham L.Z. Mandel Award for Excellence in Resident PerformanceYale School of Medicine
- 2016
Chief ResidentYale School of Medicine
- 2015
Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER) ScholarAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists
- 2012
Resident Research Travel AwardSociety for Neuroscience in Anesthesiology and Critical Care
- 2009
William D. Orbison Award for Excellence in Psychological StudiesUniversity of Connecticut
- 2009
Honors Scholar Research AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2009
Summa Cum LaudeUniversity of Connecticut
- 2009
Academic AwardThe National Dean’s List
- 2009
AspiringDocs.org Video Contest WinnerAssociation of American Medical Colleges
- 2008
Research Fellowship AwardHartford Hospital
- 2008
Phi Beta KappaUniversity of Connecticut
- 2008
Golden Key International Honor SocietyUniversity of Connecticut
- 2008
Babbidge Scholar AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2008
Sinai Scholars Society Fellowship AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2008
The John T. Szarlan Memorial Outstanding Student Mentor AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2007
Babbidge Scholar AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2006
Babbidge Scholar AwardUniversity of Connecticut
- 2005
Dean’s List (8X)University of Connecticut
Professional memberships
- 2024 - present
MemberAnesthesia Safety and Quality Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2023 - present
MemberSurgical Quality Subcommittee
- 2023 - present
MemberSurgical Quality Subcommittee, Mayo Clinic Florida Committees
- 2023 - present
ChairAnesthesia Quality Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2023
Vice ChairAnesthesia Quality Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2023 - present
MemberAdministrative Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2023 - present
MemberSociety for Education in Anesthesia
- 2023 - present
MemberAnesthesia Quality Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2022 - present
Faculty AdvisorMayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
- 2021 - present
Educational Track Subcommittee on Neuro AnesthesiaAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists
- 2021 - present
Abstract Review Subcommittee on Experimental NeurosciencesAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists
- 2021 - 2022
MemberIMRI planning committee
- 2021 - present
MemberMR Safety Committee, Department of Radiology
- 2020 - present
MemberResearch Committee, Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- 2019 - 2020
MemberClinician Scientist Track Committee, Department of Anesthesiology, Yale University School of Medicine
- 2019 - 2020
MemberResearch Advisory Council, Department of Anesthesiology, Yale University School of Medicine
- 2019 - 2020
Resident Faculty AdvisorDepartment of Anesthesiology, Yale University School of Medicine
- 2019 - 2020
ModeratorAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists
- 2019 - present
Education CommitteeSociety for Neuroscience in Anesthesiology and Critical Care
- 2019 - present
MemberInternational Anesthesia Research Society
- 2018 - present
MemberSociety for Neuroscience
- 2016 - 2020
Residency Admissions CommitteeDepartment of Anesthesiology, Yale University School of Medicine
- 2011 - present
MemberSociety for Neuroscience in Anesthesiology and Critical Care
- 2011 - present
MemberAmerican Society of Anesthesiologists
Publications