Charles W. Whitten

Chair, Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Management at UTSouthwestern Medical Center

After graduating from Southern Methodist University with a degree in electrical engineering with a specialization in biomechanical engineering, Charles Whitten, M.D., stayed in Dallas to attend UT Southwestern Medical School. That choice has led to a distinguished career at UT Southwestern Medical Center, and he continues to make significant contributions to the field of anesthesiology. Dr. Whitten’s research interests include the economics of academic practice, perioperative coagulation abnormalities, and perioperative inflammatory responses. Since 1994, Dr. Whitten has served as an examiner for The American Board of Anesthesiology.