Author: Peyton, Philip J MD PhD Anesthesiology January 30, 2025. Background: Multi-compartment computer models of heterogeneity in alveolar ventilation-perfusion ratios (VA/Q scatter) across the lung explain the significant alveolar-arterial (A-a) partial pressure gradients and associated alveolar dead-space fractions (VDA/VA) seen in anesthetized patients for both carbon dioxide and for anesthetic gases of different blood solubilities. […]
Read MoreAuthors: Mark E. Bruley, CCE-R, FACCE; Jeffrey Feldman, MD, MSE, FASA Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025 Surgical fires continue to cause preventable morbidity and mortality despite educational efforts and well-established recommendations for eliminating the risk.1-6 Many medical societies and regulatory bodies recommend limiting open oxygen delivery to 30%. These include the […]
Read MoreIf 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 […]
Read MoreWe’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 MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Fifteen anesthesia leaders — anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists — recently joined Becker’s to discuss the future of anesthesia. Question: If you had to describe the future of anesthesia in one word, what would it be? Editor’s note: Responses were edited lightly for clarity and length. Aaron Chyfetz, MD. Assistant […]
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