Author: Dr Clemens

Anesthesiology Published - 11 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
We need a great CRNA to join our new anesthesia team Riverdale, GA

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 More
Anesthesiology Published - 11 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

If 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 More
Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Exploring The Potential of The Intensive Care Infection Score in Antimicrobial Stewardship

Authors: Nacke NC, et al. A & A Practice 19(7): e02004, July 2025. This case series explored the role of the Intensive Care Infection Score (ICIS) as a biomarker to guide infection diagnosis and antibiotic therapy in critically ill patients. ICIS integrates hematologic parameters reflecting the innate immune response, offering infection-specific insight beyond traditional inflammatory […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Handoff Mnemonics Used in Perioperative Handoff Intervention Studies

Authors: Patel SM, et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia 141(3): 468-481, September 2025. doi:10.1213/ANE.0000000000007261 This systematic review examined perioperative handoff interventions that incorporated handoff mnemonics. The review included 37 articles representing 23 unique mnemonics, most published after 2015. The Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation (SBAR) framework and its variants were the most frequently studied, appearing in 59% […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
5 factors driving anesthesiologist turnover

 Author: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review Turnover among anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists is worsening staffing shortages and straining surgical access. On-call requirements are among the most important factors driving professionals out of the field. 1. Call duty is nearly universal 91% of anesthesiologists said being on call is required — the highest rate among all physician specialties […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The Future of Healthcare Credentialing Is an Ongoing Dialogue—Not a One-and-Done Certification

Authors: Christopher Gill, PhD, MBA, CRNA, FACHE, Chief Credentialing Officer, NBCRNA and Becky LeBuhn, MA, Public Member, NBCRNA Board of Directors Becker’s Clinical Leadership As healthcare evolves, so must the ways we define and maintain professional competency. Clinical innovation is accelerating, patient expectations are rising, and the need for adaptable, up-to-date providers is more critical […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Patterns of Prevention Effectiveness in Postoperative Neurocognitive Disorder and Delayed Neurocognitive Recovery Research

Author: Lahiri NK, et al. British Journal of Anaesthesia 135(2), 2025. This systematic review and meta-regression analyzed 187 randomized controlled trials investigating strategies to prevent postoperative neurocognitive disorder (pNCD) and delayed neurocognitive recovery (dNCR) in adult surgical patients. Trials involving pediatric patients or same-day cognitive assessments were excluded. The analysis examined trial-level factors that influenced […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Cross-Sectional Survey to Assess Hospital System Readiness for Hemorrhage During and After Cesarean Delivery in Africa

Authors: Crowther M, Dyer RA, Bishop DG, et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia 141(3): 456-463, September 2025. doi:10.1213/ANE.0000000000007192 This cross-sectional survey evaluated hospital readiness to manage hemorrhage during and after cesarean delivery across 29 African countries. Data from 140 hospitals highlighted gaps in implementing WHO recommendations for postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) prevention and treatment. Oxytocin was widely […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
What’s looking up in anesthesia?

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review While the anesthesia workforce faces significant workforce pressures and financial challenges, including sinking reimbursement rates and a wave of retiring practitioners. However, there are several developments promising a brighter future ahead in the specialty. Physician leadership Anesthesiologists may be increasingly well-positioned to step into leadership and administrative roles at medical centers and institutions, […]

Read More
Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
CRNAs among 600+ striking Kaiser Permanente employees

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review A one-day strike involving hundreds of healthcare workers across multiple Kaiser Permanente facilities in Northern California took place Sept. 8. The strike involved more than 600 certified registered nurse anesthetists and nurse midwives across more than 20 hospitals. Their strike surrounded negotiations over issues including “unsafe staffing, burnout and the risk […]

Read More