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Authors: Anoushka M. Afonso, M.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2023. Background Anesthesiologists are experiencing unprecedented levels of workplace stress and staffing shortages. This analysis aims to assess how U.S. attending anesthesiologist burnout changed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and target well-being efforts. Methods The authors surveyed the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ U.S. attending […]
Read MoreAuthors: Martin Soehle, M.D., Ph.D., MHBA et al Anesthesiology November 2023. Background Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) has been utilized widely in anesthesia and intensive care to monitor regional cerebral oxygen saturation (rScO2). A normal oxygenation of extracerebral tissues may overlay and thereby mask cerebral desaturations, a phenomenon known as extracerebral contamination. We investigated the effect of […]
Read MoreAuthors: Keya A. Locke, MD, MBA et al ASA Monitor July 2023, Vol. 87, 14–15. “The operating room should be at the disposal of the surgeons 24/7, no questions asked.” “Every day at 3 p.m. it’s like rats scurrying off the deck of the Titanic, and we can’t get any work done.” “1:30 p.m. is the […]
Read MoreAuthors: Jennifer J. Yuan, MD, MBA et al ASA Monitor July 2023, Vol. 87, 21. Traditionally, a doctor’s role has been as a patient’s advocate, with a focus on medical care and clinical decision-making. To be an effective clinician, some believe that a physician should be separated from conflicting financial interests, and administrative management should be […]
Read MoreASA Monitor November 2023, Vol. 87, 36. Media highlights updated ASA, APSF recommendations for elective surgery after COVID-19 In June, Becker’s and OR Manager reported on guidance from ASA and the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) on the timing of elective surgery and anesthesia after COVID-19 infection. In July, an Outpatient Surgery Magazine article featured ASA […]
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