Women in Critical Care Update Volume 35 Issue 4

We’re excited to introduce the new leadership team for the Women in Critical Care (WICC) group! First, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Drs. Siddiqui and Hua for their dedication in establishing and leading WICC. As we take up the mantle, we are eager to continue building on their efforts. 

Dr. Joy Lo Chen is an anesthesia intensivist at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Outside of work, she enjoys chauffeuring her two kids to soccer and gymnastics, as well as indulging in sewing and resin crafting. 

Dr. Kirsten Steffner is a cardiac anesthesiologist and intensivist at Stanford University in Northern California. She loves exploring the Bay Area with her two young kids and spending time outdoors. 

Dr. Beth Teegarden is an anesthesia intensivist at the University of Texas Medical Branch. When not working, she and her husband stay busy with their two girls and two dogs.

It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces – and meet new ones – at the WICC and Early Career Intensivist Meetup during the recent ASA meeting. With over 20 attendees this year, we’re excited to see this event grow in the years to come! If you missed it, don’t worry – there are plenty of opportunities to connect. Join us in 2025 at the SOCCA socials during SCCM Congress, the SOCCA/IARS Annual Meeting, and at ASA. 

Also, you may have noticed something new at ASA this year: SOCCA WICC flair for your badge! Be sure to pick up a badge ribbon at future meetings and help spread the word about our group.

Since our last update, we hosted an engaging Fireside Consultancy in August – a casual virtual event where participants discussed professional challenges and shared advice in a structured, supportive format. Don’t miss our upcoming virtual WICC events in January, April and July. Keep an eye on your inbox for email announcements!

Our mission remains steadfast: to create a community of mentorship, sponsorship, and support that promotes the wellness, recruitment, development and advancement of women in critical care anesthesiology. 

This year, our goals include: 

Growing the WICC community.

Increase member engagement in SOCCA.

Hosting meaningful events to support and uplift our members. 

Help us expand our network! Visit https://socca.org/women-in-critical-care/ to express your interest and learn more. We look forward to seeing you at future events and welcoming you into the WICC community!