George Tewfik MD

George Tewfik, M.D., is a board-certified anesthesiologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He provides perioperative care across a broad range of procedures, with clinical expertise in general anesthesia, obstetric anesthesia, and regional anesthesia. Dr. Tewfik is affiliated with University Hospital in Newark, where he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, effective anesthesia care for patients with routine and complex medical needs. Within the department, Dr. Tewfik holds several leadership roles focused on advancing quality and education, serving as Director of Quality Assurance, Grand Rounds, Simulation, and Clinical Informatics. In these capacities, he helps guide patient-safety initiatives, supports clinician development, and promotes the use of data and technology to strengthen clinical operations. He also serves as Director of Simulation Training for the anesthesia residency program, contributing to hands-on training designed to enhance team performance and preparedness. Dr. Tewfik earned his medical degree from UMDNJ–New Jersey Medical School after completing undergraduate studies at The College of New Jersey. He also completed graduate business training at Rutgers Business School and holds additional credentials including Fellow of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and Certified Physician Executive. He speaks Arabic.