Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review The anesthesia labor market is tighter than it has been in decades, making it increasingly difficult for ASCs to secure reliable coverage. By 2026, the U.S. is projected to face a shortage of 6,300 anesthesiologists, according to a 2024 white paper from Medicus Healthcare Solutions. Today, there are more than […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Banihani, Shamieh MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia May 07, 2025. BACKGROUND: Intraoperative cardiac arrest (IOCA) is a rare but catastrophic event with significant morbidity, mortality, and health care costs. This study aimed to characterize the frequency, risk factors, and outcomes of IOCA. METHODS: Adults undergoing noncardiac surgery were identified in the 2016 to […]
Read MoreAuthor: Marijke Vroomen Durning Medscape Anesthesiology Prescribed safer opioid supply (SOS) and methadone both lead to better health outcomes among patients who use opioids, reducing overdoses, decreasing healthcare utilization, and reducing costs. The two approaches are effective and complementary, according to a population-based cohort study from Ontario. Opioid-related deaths in Canada increased from 3007 in […]
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. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreAuthor: Mike Hilleary Medscape Anesthesiology The future of cardiac pacing may boil down to a single grain of rice. Engineers at Northwestern University in Chicago have developed a biodegradable pacing device so small it can be injected by needle into the heart muscle of newborn babies. The design of the tiny gadget, designed for temporary […]
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 MoreAUTHORS: Togioka, Brandon M. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia May 06, 2025. BACKGROUND: Gastrointestinal function is mediated by the cholinergic pathway, which is impacted by neostigmine and glycopyrrolate, but not sugammadex. We hypothesized that sugammadex is associated with earlier gastric emptying in adults undergoing colorectal surgery, compared to neostigmine-glycopyrrolate. METHODS: Patients were enrolled in […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: van Steenbergen et al Anesthesia & Analgesia May 08, 2025. BACKGROUND: In cardiac surgery, modulating the inflammatory response with prophylactic steroids may reduce morbidity and mortality. We aimed to evaluate the association of dexamethasone use with clinical outcomes and its variation in clinical practice in a real-world setting. METHODS: This retrospective, population-based study evaluated […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Dragovic, Srdjan Z. BSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia May 06, 2025. BACKGROUND: Processed electroencephalography parameters are used to guide anesthesia to adequate levels for surgical procedures. Despite known spectral differences between anesthetics, studies often assume similar anesthetic states when titrating to the same target values, presupposing a reductive one-size-fits-all approach for all anesthetic […]
Read More1440 Daily Digest A new clinical trial has found the migraine drug ubrogepant can reduce nonheadache symptoms—such as fatigue, brain fog, and light sensitivity—that occur in the hours before a migraine attack begins. The findings, released yesterday, suggest ubrogepant (which blocks pain-related receptors in the brain) may be the first acute treatment to help manage the run-up to […]
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