Authors: Hussain N et al. Anesthesiology, December 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005876 SummarySpinal cord stimulation (SCS) is increasingly used for refractory chronic pain, but the statistical strength of supporting randomized controlled trials (RCTs) has not been well evaluated. This study systematically reviewed 30 RCTs and assessed their fragility index (FI)—the number of events that would need to […]
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: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review There have been numerous legal, political and clinical developments in the anesthesia field in the last year that have significant implications for both patients, providers and healthcare organizations. Here are 14 notable anesthesia controversies that took place in 2025, as reported by Becker’s: 1. Anesthesiologists urge Anthem to drop policy penalizing out-of-network providers: An […]
Read MoreAuthors: McCormick ZL et al. BMJ Journals Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine SummaryThis multispecialty international working group developed comprehensive consensus practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of sacroiliac joint (SIJ) complex pain. The effort involved 25 professional organizations plus the U.S. Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. The committee addressed 21 structured questions covering […]
Read MoreAuthors: Rodriguez-Patarroyo FA et al. Anesthesiology 143(6):1497–1503, December 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005730 SummaryThis randomized crossover study evaluated the effectiveness of five full-body forced-air warming systems in preventing heat loss in humans. Twenty healthy volunteers were each subjected to all five warming systems in random order, with a 30-minute warming period and a 45-minute washout between sessions. […]
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