Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Here are three newly launched or accredited training programs for certified registered nurse anesthetists reported by Becker’s since Oct. 9. 1. Wilmington University in New Castle, Del., and ChristianaCare received initial accreditation for its Delaware Nurse Anesthesiology Program. The inaugural cohort for the program is set to begin in January 2026. 2. Omaha, […]
Read MoreAuthors: Turan A et al. Anesthesiology, December 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005869 SummaryThis randomized, triple-blinded clinical trial (CLEVELAND Trial) compared liposomal bupivacaine, plain bupivacaine, and saline for pre-incision, single-shot four-quadrant transversus abdominis plane (TAP) blocks in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery. The study tested whether liposomal bupivacaine reduces postoperative opioid consumption more effectively than plain bupivacaine or […]
Read MoreAuthors: D’Souza RS et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia. 141(6):1275–1285, December 2025. SummaryThis systematic review and meta-analysis quantified the global prevalence of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) among high-risk populations following an inciting event such as trauma or surgery. The authors analyzed 214 studies published between 1993 and 2023, encompassing 2,491,378 participants from 35 countries, of […]
Read MoreHardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesia is at an inflection point: soaring demand, evolving technology and growing outpatient volume offer new opportunities, but workforce shortages, reimbursement pressure and increasing complexity threaten sustainability. These five trends illustrate why anesthesia leaders say 2026 will bring both opportunity and serious headwinds: 1. Workforce shortages and burnout are pushing […]
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