Jean-Michel Constantin

Jean-Michel Constantin is a prominent French anesthesiologist and the president of the Société française d’anesthésie et de réanimation (SFAR). He serves as the head of the anesthesiology and intensive care department at the Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital in Paris. Renowned for his expertise in the field, Constantin is actively involved in enhancing patient safety and addressing the psychological concerns associated with anesthesia, particularly the fear patients often experience regarding the risks of not waking up after surgery. He recently highlighted the importance of fostering a culture that learns from errors in the operating room at a conference, underscoring the need for continuous improvement in medical practices.