Ellen Hutteger, C.R.N.A.

Ellen Hutteger, an Omaha native, has built a distinguished career in anesthesia. After graduating from Marian High School, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Saint Louis University. She then pursued a graduate degree in anesthesia at the University of Detroit Mercy. Ellen began her anesthesia career in 2004 at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan, before returning to Omaha to join Creighton University Medical Center.

At Creighton, Ellen thrived in an academic environment, continually challenging her skills and knowledge to provide the highest level of patient care while focusing on alleviating her patients’ anxiety and pain. Additionally, she assumed administrative responsibilities, serving as Chief CRNA and overseeing a team of 40 CRNAs across five hospital settings.

In 2021, Ellen founded Fusion Anesthesia, a business specializing in safe, quality, and innovative office-based anesthesia care, particularly for dental procedures. She is adept at administering anesthesia to patients with complex medical conditions and severe dental anxiety.

Outside of work, Ellen enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, often cheering them on from the soccer sidelines. She also enjoys running, reading, and playing golf.