OPGE Team
The Office of Professional Growth & Engagement (OPGE) is a dynamic team committed to enhancing professional growth, expanding opportunities, fostering well-being, and ensuring a supportive environment that values a wide range of perspectives and experiences.

Erin Herrera, CRNA
Associate Vice Chair for Well-Being; Assistant Director for CRNA Activities
- Email: [email protected]

Anne K. DeSchryver, JD
Executive Director of Business Operations
- Email: [email protected]
Admin; Charlotte Stout

Rachel Moquin, EdD
Associate Vice-Chair for Faculty and Educator Development; Assistant Professor
- Email: [email protected]
Equity Champions
An Equity Champion is a dedicated individual trained by WashU Medicine’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI). These champions play a pivotal role in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Department of Anesthesiology, helping to create a more fair and welcoming culture. They work closely with the ODEI and the department’s Office of Professional Growth & Engagement (OPGE) to provide professional development and enhance the Understanding Systemic Racism curriculum for members.

Erin Herrera, CRNA
Associate Vice Chair for Well-Being; Assistant Director for CRNA Activities
- Email: [email protected]

Shawn Reynolds, MSPA, PA-C, EMCAQ
Co-Assistant APP Director, Critical Care Medicine
- Email: [email protected]
IDEA Taskforce
The mission of the Inclusive Departmental Engagement and Advisory (IDEA) Taskforce is to pioneer innovation in all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion within the anesthesiology department. These proactive leaders devise and execute strategic plans to bring about tangible change. Rather than merely discussing these issues, the taskforce is committed to taking decisive action.

Anne K. DeSchryver, JD
Executive Director of Business Operations
- Email: [email protected]
Admin; Charlotte Stout

Molly McCormick, MD
Division Chief, General Anesthesiology
- Email: [email protected]
Admin; Erin Hogg

Rachel Moquin, EdD
Associate Vice-Chair for Faculty and Educator Development; Assistant Professor
- Email: [email protected]