Month: August 2025

Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Evaluation of Cardiovascular Responses to Endotracheal Intubation With Alkalinized Lignocaine and Air Cuff Inflation Techniques

Kanumetta R, Vishal P, Sri Soumya R, et al. Cureus 17(8): e89734. doi:10.7759/cureus.89734 This randomized, prospective study compared the effects of inflating endotracheal tube (ETT) cuffs with air versus alkalinized lignocaine on cardiovascular responses during intubation. Sixty ASA I–II adult patients undergoing elective surgery were divided into two equal groups. Group A received air inflation; […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The invaluable give-and-take of anesthesia scheduling

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review By 2036, the U.S. is expected to face a shortage of 6,300 anesthesiologists, a crisis poised to reshape procedural care delivery. Gavin Baker, CRNA, CEO of New Orleans-based Krewe Anesthesia, said that scheduling is one driver of the shortage that ASCs and other facilities can hone in on to relieve some […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
What’s on the horizon for ASCs? A conversation with ASCA’s CEO

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review CMS released the 2026 proposed payment rule for ASCs, including updates to patent policies and the proposed addition of more than 200 procedures to the ASC Covered Procedures List in 2026. Bill Prentice, CEO of the Ambulatory Surgical Center Association, recently joined Becker’s to discuss the policy proposal and where ASCA […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Validation and Reliability of an Assessment Tool for Tracheal Intubation Skills Among Anesthesiology Residents

Akanuma Y, Sakuma M, Abe S Cureus 17(8): e89716. doi:10.7759/cureus.89716 This pilot study evaluated the reliability and validity of a newly developed tracheal intubation skills assessment chart for junior anesthesiology residents at St. Luke’s International Hospital, Tokyo. The tool, created collaboratively by peri-anesthesia nurses and anesthesiologists, includes 20 items grouped under five goals: proper patient […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Core outcome sets for pediatric perioperative research: An international stakeholder engagement exercise and consensus report from the Pediatric Perioperative Outcomes Group

Author: Stricker PA et al. Anesthesiology. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005693 This international study developed core outcome sets for pediatric perioperative research through a structured, multi-phase process guided by the COMET initiative. Stakeholders included patients, parents/guardians, nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgeons from nine countries. A total of 1,178 participants completed the survey: 180 pediatric patients, 587 parents/guardians, and 411 healthcare […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
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 - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
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 - 18 August, 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 - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The effects of lacosamide, pregabalin, and tapentadol on peripheral nerve excitability

Author: Nochi Z et al. Anesthesiology. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005694 This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial (IMI2-PainCare-BioPain-RCT1) assessed the effects of lacosamide, pregabalin, and tapentadol on peripheral nerve excitability in 43 healthy adults. Participants received single doses of lacosamide (200 mg), pregabalin (150 mg), tapentadol (100 mg), or placebo across four treatment periods, with high-frequency stimulation used to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
10 anesthesia controversies in 2025

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Here are 10 legal, clinical and policy-related controversies shaping anesthesia so far in 2025: 1. The No Surprises Act: There have been several updates and legal controversies related to the NSA in 2025. The American College of Radiology, American College of Emergency Physicians, and American Society of Anesthesiologists expressed support for the […]

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