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! […]
Read MoreAuthors: Rowlands B et al Cureus 17(4): e83172. doi:10.7759/cureus.83172 Introduction: The ability to manage tracheostomy emergencies is vital within the intensive care unit (ICU); however, due to clinical pressures, access to teaching and training is often limited. Simulation training using portable virtual reality (VR) headsets may provide increased access to this training without significant time […]
Read MoreAuthors: Mensah-Osman, Edith MD, PhD et al Anesthesiology ():10.1097/ALN. May 05, 2025. Background: Sugammadex is well-tolerated and effective for reversing neuromuscular blockade (NMB) in adults and children ≥2 years old. There is little information on its use in younger children. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of sugammadex in children […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review The American Society of Anesthesiologists has released a safety alert highlighting “boom strikes,” head injuries caused by collisions with ceiling-mounted equipment, as a growing concern for both physician and patient safety in operating rooms, according to an April 21 news release. Here are five things to know: 1. Boom strikes occur […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review The East Coast region has the highest malpractice payouts, while the Midwest has the lowest, according to a January report from Physicain’s Thrive. Here are the 10 states and territories with the highest total payouts: New York: $6.298 billion Pennsylvania: $3.176 billion Florida: $3.080 billion California: $2.438 billion New Jersey: $2.373 […]
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