Month: June 2025

Uncategorized Published - 24 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Psychological Effects of Explicit Recall under Sedation and after Surgery (PEERS)

Authors: Chui, Jason MBChB et al Anesthesiology ():10.1097/ALN.0000000000005603, June 09, 2025. Background: Explicit recall occurring during sedation/regional anaesthesia is common but has long been assumed to have no sequelae. We conducted a prospective cohort study to determine the incidence of explicit recall experience under sedation/regional anaesthesia, as well as, to assess the recall experiences that are […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
A pharmacist-partnered opioid tapering service before total hip or knee arthroplasty: Qualitative analysis of patient counselling sessions

Authors: Young, Sophie A. BPharm(Hons) et a; Anesthesiology ():10.1097/ALN.0000000000005594, June 06, 2025. Background Currently, no literature on patients’ experiences with opioid tapering before elective surgery has been published. Recent evidence indicates tapering opioids before total hip or knee arthroplasty improves post-surgical outcomes. This study qualitatively analyzed consultation sessions of patients receiving a pharmacist-partnered opioid tapering service […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
When Words Fail: Bridging the Gap in Pain Management for Limited English Proficiency Patients

Authors: Abdelmessih, Beshoy A. MD; Iasiello, Jack MD Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(6):p e75-e76, June 2025. To the Editor Please find attached our letter titled “When Words Fail: Bridging the Gap in Pain Management for Limited English Proficiency Patients” in response to the article, “Differences in Acute Postoperative Opioid Use by English Proficiency, Race, and Ethnicity […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 June, 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 - 24 June, 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 - 23 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesia and GLP-1s: Notes on changing guidelines

Author: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review New guidelines from the Society for Perioperative Assessment and Quality Improvement advise patients using GLP-1 medications for weight loss to fast for a longer period of time preoperatively, according to a June 5 Medscape report. In June 2023, the American Society of Anesthesiologists released initial guidelines for GLP-1 users, instructing them […]

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Uncategorized Published - 23 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Wet Tap-Induced Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial Failure in Failed Back Surgery Syndrome: A Case Report Highlighting Intrathecal Drug Delivery for Treatment-Resistant Pain

Authors: Patel S et al Cureus 17(6): e85793. doi:10.7759/cureus.85793 June 11, 2025 Abstract A 59-year-old female with failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) following multiple lumbar surgeries underwent a spinal cord stimulator (SCS) trial for chronic pain management. However, the trial failed due to severe nausea, vomiting, and postural headaches secondary to unintentional dural puncture (wet […]

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Uncategorized Published - 23 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The 5 states where CRNA pay decreased the most

Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review California saw the largest decrease in the average annual wage for certified registered nurse anesthetists from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Across the U.S., the average pay for CRNAs increased $17,500 from 2023 to 2024, reaching $231,700. Here are the five states […]

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Uncategorized Published - 23 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Are Anesthesiologists Prepared to Manage Patients With Critical Cardiac Disease?

AUTHORS: Faloye, Abimbola O. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(6):p e73-e75, June 2025 To the Editor Cardiovascular disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States.1 While the volume of cardiac surgery to repair cardiac disease has decreased over time, the prevalence of patients with critical cardiac disease (eg, severe valvular heart […]

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Uncategorized Published - 23 June, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Surgical Management of Ankle Fracture in Late Pregnancy: A Case Report

Authors: Kasai T et al Cureus 17(6): e85618. doi:10.7759/cureus.85618 June 9, 2025 Abstract Surgical management of ankle fractures during late pregnancy is rare and presents a unique challenge. We report the case of a 40-year-old woman at 30 weeks of gestation who sustained an unstable trimalleolar ankle fracture and was successfully treated with surgery without […]

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