Month: February 2025

Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesiologist group issues guidance on ketamine

Author: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review The American Society of Anesthesiologists has issued new guidance on ketamine administration for patients suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, treatment-resistant depression and other mood disorders. While the ASA heralds ketamine as a “breakthrough therapy” for these disorders, the group warns that the drug can have potentially life-threatening side effects, […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Baxter IV plant restores pre-hurricane production

Author: Alexandra Murphy Becker’s Hospital Review Baxter’s North Cove manufacturing facility in Marion, N.C., has returned to pre-hurricane production levels following extensive flooding from Hurricane Helene, which halted operations and triggered a nationwide IV-fluid shortage. As of Jan. 28, all 10 of the facility’s manufacturing lines are back online with production capacity fully restored, according to a Feb. 17 news release […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
7 anesthesia legislation updates in 2025

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Since the beginning of 2025, lawmakers in several states have proposed legislation to address anesthesia reimbursement policies and regulations for certified registered nurse practice regulations. Here are seven updates to anesthesia legislation in 2025 so far: 1. California Assemblyman Heath Flora introduced two pieces of legislation that aim to clarify rules […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

If 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 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Why anesthesia matters more than ever

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesia remains a dynamic industry as leaders explore new methods of opioid-free pain management and expand into new care settings. Christina Menor, MD, president-elect of the California Society of Anesthesiologists joined Becker’s to discuss the field’s most exciting developments and biggest challenges in the near future. Editor’s note: Responses have been […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
We need a great CRNA to join our new anesthesia team Riverdale, GA!

We’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.  This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Vasoplegic Syndrome Following Bypass

Authors: Torrez J P, Otsuki D A, Zeferino S P, et al. Cureus 17(1): e78057. doi:10.7759/cureus.78057 Abstract Following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery, patients may experience vasoplegic or vasogenic shock syndrome. This condition has a variable incidence, reaching up to 44% in high-risk patients, with mortality rates ranging from 30% to 50%, primarily due to multiple […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Comparison of Clinical Performance of I-gel and Fastrach Laryngeal Mask Airway as an Intubating Device in Adults

AUTHORS: Machado Assis et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(2):p 243-251, February 2025. BACKGROUND: The supraglottic airway device (SGD) was introduced as a breakthrough in airway management. The Fastrach emerged as the first commercially available intubating SGD, drawing extensive investigation. I-gel is a more recent device that has gained popularity, can be used as an intubating SGD, […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The Power of Education to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Volatile Anesthetics in Clinical Practice

AUTHORS: Schwiethal, Arne MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia March 2025, Vol. 140, Issue 3 BACKGROUND: Due to their chemical nature as fluorinated hydrocarbon compounds, volatile anesthetics are highly potent greenhouse gases, with desflurane having by far the largest CO2-equivalent (CO2e) footprint. In everyday clinical practice, the CO2e footprint can easily be reduced through the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 February, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Bibliometric Insights Into Thromboelastography Research Using PubMed and VOSviewer

Authors:  Uppalapati V, Nag D, Anand R, et al. Cureus 16(12): e76160. doi:10.7759/cureus.76160 Abstract Thromboelastography (TEG) has evolved from a primarily surgical tool to a key instrument in broader medical fields, including personalized medicine for coagulopathies. The rationale for conducting this bibliometric analysis of TEG is to understand the evolution and current state of research […]

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