Dr. Michael (Monty) G. Mythen, MBBS, MD, FRCA, FFICM, FCAI

Michael (Monty) G. Mythen, MBBS, MD, FRCA, FFICM, FCAI is an anesthesiologist affiliated with University College London in London, United Kingdom, specialising in perioperative medicine, fluid therapy and critical care. Dr. Monty Mythen holds the post of Emeritus Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care.

Dr. Monty Mythen held the inaugural Smiths Medical Chair of Anaesthesia and Critical Care at University College London for more than 20 years and now holds emeritus status, alongside a scientific liaison role in industry since 2023.

Physician anesthesiologists plan and deliver anaesthesia, manage pain and monitor vital functions throughout surgery and recovery. Dr. Monty Mythen contributes to this specialty through perioperative medicine, fluid therapy and critical care.

Dr. Monty Mythen Credentials And Practice Details

• Full Name And Credentials: Michael (Monty) G. Mythen, MBBS, MD, FRCA, FFICM, FCAI
• Specialty: Anesthesiology
• Subspecialty Focus: Perioperative medicine, fluid therapy and critical care
• Current Position: Emeritus Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care
• Institution: University College London
• Location: London, United Kingdom
• Previous Appointments: Held the inaugural Smiths Medical Chair of Anaesthesia and Critical Care at University College London for more than 20 years and now holds emeritus status, alongside a scientific liaison role in industry since 2023

Dr. Monty Mythen Medical Education And Training

The training record below is drawn from the institutional and society sources listed at the end of this profile.

• Medical Degree: Qualified in medicine in the United Kingdom
• Specialist Certification: Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists, 1990
• Doctorate: MD, University of London, 1995
• Academic Appointment: Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Duke University Medical Center, and acting chief of critical care, 1995 to 1996

What Dr. Monty Mythen Specialises In

Published professional sources describe the clinical and academic work of Dr. Monty Mythen as centred on:

• Perioperative fluid therapy and haemodynamic optimisation
• Enhanced recovery after surgery
• Fitness for surgery and preoperative assessment
• Hypoxia and high-altitude physiology
• Critical care medicine and recovery from critical illness

Leadership Positions Held By Dr. Monty Mythen

• Emeritus Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, University College London
• Inaugural Smiths Medical Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, UCL
• Adjunct Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Duke University
• Founding Director, Evidence-Based Perioperative Medicine International
• Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief, TopMedTalk
• Former Director, UCL Discovery Lab at the Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health, and Chair of its Advisory Board
• National Clinical Lead for the Enhanced Recovery Partnership, United Kingdom Department of Health, 2009 to 2013
• Former Chair of the Board and Council Member, National Institute of Academic Anaesthesia
• Editorial board member, British Journal of Anaesthesia, Critical Care and Shock

Distinctions Held By Dr. Monty Mythen

• Appointed to the inaugural Smiths Medical Chair at University College London
• Project leader for the Caudwell Xtreme Everest expedition in 2007 and Xtreme Everest 2 in 2012, managing a high-altitude research laboratory in Nepal
• Principal investigator on multi-million pound hypoxia and perioperative research programmes
• Co-director of the Surgical Outcomes Research Centre at University College London Hospitals

Dr. Monty Mythen Hospital Affiliation

University College London

London, United Kingdom. Clinical commitments at this institution are arranged through its departments and preoperative services. Confirm the current street address, department and telephone number with the institution before travelling, because academic appointments and clinic sites change.

Why Perioperative Medicine Matters For Surgical Patients

Perioperative medicine looks at the whole surgical journey rather than the hours in theatre alone, from preparing a patient beforehand to recovery weeks later. Large randomised trials in this field test which drugs, fluids, temperatures and blood pressure targets genuinely improve survival and recovery. Findings from this work shape routine practice in hospitals worldwide.

Further Specialists Working In Perioperative Medicine

If you are comparing specialists, these anesthesiologists work in closely related areas:

• Dr. Paul Myles, perioperative medicine at Alfred Hospital and Monash University
• Dr. Tong Joo Gan, enhanced recovery at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Dr. Andrea Kurz, perioperative outcomes research at Medical University of Graz
• Dr. Bernd Saugel, haemodynamic monitoring at University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Center of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine

Browse the full anesthesiologist directory for more specialists.

Insurance And Scheduling Notes For Dr. Monty Mythen

Anesthesiologists are usually brought into a patient’s care by a surgeon, a hospital preoperative clinic or a pain service rather than through direct booking. Insurance participation varies by hospital and by plan, and it changes over time. Check coverage with both the institution and your insurer before scheduling, and ask whether the named anesthesiologist will personally be involved in your care.

Common Questions About Dr. Monty Mythen

Is Dr. Monty Mythen board certified?

Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists, 1990. Patients and referring clinicians should confirm current licensure and certification status directly with the relevant medical board or hospital.

What position does Dr. Monty Mythen hold?

Dr. Monty Mythen is Emeritus Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, based at University College London.

What does an anesthesiologist do?

An anesthesiologist is a physician who plans and manages anaesthesia and pain control, and who monitors breathing, heart function, circulation and comfort during surgery and recovery. The role also covers preoperative assessment and critical care.

What is perioperative medicine?

Perioperative Medicine is the area of anesthesiology concerned with perioperative medicine, fluid therapy and critical care. Clinicians working in this area, including Dr. Monty Mythen, aim to make surgery and recovery safer and more comfortable.

Has Dr. Monty Mythen received professional recognition?

Yes. Appointed to the inaugural Smiths Medical Chair at University College London. Further awards and distinctions are listed above.

Does Dr. Monty Mythen hold leadership roles in the specialty?

Yes. Emeritus Professor of Anaesthesia and Critical Care, University College London. A fuller list of appointments appears above.

Source References For Dr. Monty Mythen

• University College London Hospitals consultant profile
• Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health profile
• Evidence-Based Perioperative Medicine faculty profile

How This Profile Of Dr. Monty Mythen Was Compiled

This profile was compiled from the public professional sources listed above, including institutional faculty pages, hospital provider directories and specialty society records. Credentials, appointments and awards were checked against at least two independent sources where available. Last reviewed on 30 October 2026.

Update note: Held the inaugural Smiths Medical Chair of Anaesthesia and Critical Care at University College London for more than 20 years and now holds emeritus status, alongside a scientific liaison role in industry since 2023.

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Reader Notice For This Perioperative Medicine Profile

Information only, not medical advice. Location, specialty, insurance and availability change, so confirm details with University College London.