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Authors: Barry D. Kussman, MBBCh, SM, FFA(SA); Stephen D. Brown, MD, FACR ASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, e10–e11. Burnout remains a major unresolved and worsening problem for anesthesiologists (Anesthesiology 2024;140:38-51). In one recent survey, 67.7% of respondents reported high risk for burnout (emotional exhaustion and/or depersonalization), and 18.9% reported burnout syndrome (emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and low […]
Read MoreASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 30. Immunotherapy response predicted by AI NIH researchers have developed an AI tool focused on immune checkpoint inhibitors capable of predicting cancer patients’ responses to immunotherapy using routine clinical data, such as blood tests. Traditionally, predictive biomarkers approved by the FDA, like tumor mutational burden and PD-L1, help identify candidates […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Choi, Una E. BA et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(2):p 254-261, August 2024. BACKGROUND: Perioperative red blood cell (RBC) transfusions increase venous thromboembolic (VTE) events. Although a previous study found that plasma resuscitation after trauma was associated with increased VTE, the risk associated with additional perioperative plasma is unknown. METHODS: A US claims and […]
Read MoreASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 22. In a patient presenting for neurologic surgery, which of the following times would be MOST appropriate for administering chemoprophylaxis (using antiplatelet or antithrombotic agents) for venous thromboembolism (VTE)? (A) Two hours prior to the surgical procedure (B) 24 hours after the end of the surgical procedure (C) 96 hours […]
Read MoreAuthor: David Matthews (Matt) Hatch, MD, MBA, FASA ASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, As anesthesiologists, we play critical roles throughout the entire health care system. Serving as guardians of patient safety before, during, and after surgery – especially when there’s an emergency – is only the beginning. Unfortunately, policymakers, health care executives, and the […]
Read MoreASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 30. Revolutionary window into the brain In a pioneering study, researchers implanted a transparent window in a patient’s skull and used functional ultrasound imaging (fUSI) to gather high-resolution brain data. This novel method, applied for the first time in an awake, behaving human performing tasks, offers significant potential for noninvasive […]
Read MoreWe are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]
Read MoreAuthor: Joseph L. Staggenborg, MD, MBA, FASA ASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 17–19. Imagine that your C-suite senses that complaints from the OR are becoming too frequent and want this addressed. They “ask” you if you would put money at risk by surveying their top-five high-volume surgeons when your group services 50 surgeons and proceduralists. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Dr Nikesh Seth FeedSpot Chronic pain is a pervasive issue that affects millions of people worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life. Unlike acute pain, which is temporary and often signals injury or illness, chronic pain persists for months or even years. Understanding the various types of chronic pain and the treatments available is […]
Read MoreAuthors: David J. Berman, MD, MEd; Deborah Schwengel, MD MEHP, FASA ASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, e6. As clinicians, a significant but underrecognized portion of our role is related to education. We are constantly educating patients, nurses, surgeons, and other anesthesia personnel. For those who spend time around learners in a structured teaching program (medical school, […]
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