Dr. Celeste Quan

Celeste Quan is a South African anaesthesia specialist and academic author whose work centres on regional anaesthesia, perioperative analgesia, and patient safety. Her publications in leading national journals reflect sustained engagement with practical challenges in anaesthetic care, particularly within the South African healthcare context.

Her research explores local anaesthetic pharmacology, intrathecal morphine use, and strategies for balanced postoperative pain control. She has examined the safety of neuraxial opioids, perioperative nerve injury, and the anaesthetist’s role in procedural settings, demonstrating a strong focus on evidence-based practice and risk mitigation.

Beyond clinical themes, Quan has contributed to discourse on medical education amid technological change and pandemic disruption. This blend of clinical scholarship and educational reflection highlights a commitment to advancing anaesthetic practice, improving patient outcomes, and shaping resilient training environments.