ASA Monitor 89(1):p 27, January 2025. Johnson & Johnson MedTech launches VOLT™ plating system Johnson & Johnson MedTech announced the first phase of the VOLT Variable Angle Optimized Locking Technology Plating System launch. The system represents an evolution in fracture management solutions designed to improve stability, enhance performance, and increase efficiency. Engineered with precision threaded locking, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Richard Novak, MD The Anesthesia Consultant emailrjnov@yahoo.com One of the most common questions I hear from patients immediately prior to their surgical anesthetic is, “Will I have a breathing tube down my throat during anesthesia?” The answer is: It depends. Let’s answer this question for some common surgeries: KNEE ARTHROSCOPY: Common knee arthroscopy procedures […]
Read MoreAuthor: Wolfgang, Kelly ASA Monitor 89(1):p 32, January 2025. Across the world, there is a need for standardized and accessible safe sedation training for nonanesthesiologists. Following ASA’s Practice Guidelines for Sedation and Analgesia by Non-Anesthesiologists, one program has implemented an innovative solution: a virtual preceptorship training experience that incorporates lectures, simulations, and a full sedation suite. […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Case Mix: Bread-and-butter cases – no heads, hearts, […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreAuthor: Erica Carbajal Becker’s Hospital Review Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist drugs may reduce the risk of surgical complications in diabetic patients, according to a large new study. The study showed diabetic patients taking GLP-1 drugs, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, faced significantly lower risks of 30-day readmission, wound re-opening and hematoma after surgery, compared to […]
Read MoreASA Monitor 89(1):p 25, January 2025 Volatile anesthetics are widely recognized as contributors to the carbon footprint produced by the health care industry. A recent study compared the environmental impact of anesthesia practice at two French hospitals – one that elected to use total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) for the majority of anesthetics and another that adopted […]
Read MoreAuthors: Abdalgani, Manar Mohamad Sharif MBBS et al ASA Monitor 89(1):p 1,4-5, January 2025. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency, and perioperative anaphylaxis (POA), which carries a higher risk of fatality compared to other forms of anaphylaxis, occurs at a rate of 15.3 per 100,000 cases. Research indicates that antibiotics and neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) are among […]
Read MoreASA Monitor 89(1):p 27, January 2025. Cook Medical launches U.S. distribution of PillSense™: Novel blood-sensing technology Cook Medical is now distributing the PillSense GI Bleed Detection System in the United States. PillSense is a device that can detect upper gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding in patients in under 10 minutes. The PillSense GI Bleed Detection System was designed […]
Read MoreAuthors: Nammi, Jeevan Y. MBBS; Sims, Charles R. III MD, FASA ASA Monitor 89(1):p 36-37, January 2025. Effective perioperative team dynamics enhance the delivery of high-value care. Value-based models aim to improve outcomes with renewed focus on the multidisciplinary care team, real-time diagnostics, and enhanced clinical decision support (JAMA 2020;324:2485-6; Appl Clin Inform 2021;12:984-95). This article explores […]
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