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. Position Highlights: Case Mix: Bread-and-butter cases – no heads, hearts, […]
Read MoreAuthors: van Lemmen, Maarten B.Sc et al . Anesthesiology January 13, 2025. Background: Orexin neuropeptides help regulate sleep/wake states, respiration, and pain. However, their potential role in regulating breathing, particularly in perioperative settings, is not well understood. TAK-925 (danavorexton), a novel, orexin receptor 2-selective agonist, directly activates neurons associated with respiratory control in the brain […]
Read MoreAuthors: Vellinga, Remco M.D.et al Anesthesiology January 15, 2025. Background: Synergistic effects between opioids and remimazolam on bispectral index (BIS) and modified observer’s assessment of alertness and/or sedation (MOAAS) score were previously described. This study aimed to characterize the influence of remifentanil on the sedative properties of remimazolam as measured by MOAAS, BIS, tolerance to […]
Read MoreAuthor: Laura Dyrda Becker’s ASC Review There are 6,300 Medicare-certified ASCs in the U.S., a 3.5% increase over December 2022, according to CMS data. ASCA reported the number of ASCs by state as of September 2024. Some states have grown their ASC count significantly over the last two years while others reported declines. California has the most […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sundararaman, Lalitha MBBS, MD, FASA ASA Monitor 89(1):p 10, January 2025. IBUPROFEN AND POSTOP DELIRIUM Abstract Depending on the surgical procedure performed, the incidence of postoperative delirium is a staggering 15%-50% (Central Nervous System Risk Assessment: Preventing Postoperative Brain Injury. 2, 2022). Hence, any drug that can be administered to decrease this risk would be […]
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