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Authors: Ruba Sajdeya, M.D., Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 870–880. Background Cannabis use is associated with higher intravenous anesthetic administration. Similar data regarding inhalational anesthetics are limited. With rising cannabis use prevalence, understanding any potential relationship with inhalational anesthetic dosing is crucial. Average intraoperative isoflurane or sevoflurane minimum alveolar concentration equivalents between older […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Lawmakers in Tennessee recently revived a bill that would allow certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice in the state in an effort to address the ongoing anesthesia provider shortage. The bill would allow CAAs to practice in the state, where they currently need additional state approval. There are currently 21 states that […]
Read MoreAuthors: Parikh S, Scorsese G, Romeiser J, et al. Cureus 16(8): e66800. August 2024 Introduction Controlled substance waste processes in perioperative areas can be cumbersome. Streamlining this process is a critical component of improving operating room efficiency. At our institution, unused controlled substances require a two-person waste prior to disposal. We hypothesized that access to […]
Read MoreAutor: Erica Carbajal Becker’s Hospital Review Between 2022 and 2023, prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs soared 132.6% while bariatric surgery rates fell 25.6%, according to a new study from researchers at Boston-based Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The findings offer a clearer picture of how the growing popularity of GLP-1 weight loss drugs is affecting […]
Read MoreAuthor: Andrew Cass Becker’s Hospital CFO Review CMS released its 2025 physician payment rule, which includes a 94 cent (2.83%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2025 is $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024, according to a Nov. 1 CMS news release. The final rule was met with criticism by the […]
Read MoreWe are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]
Read MoreWe are seeking a dedicated anesthesia care team to join our new anesthesia care team contract at Riverview Regional Medical Center. Gadsden is a town of over 100,000 people that is located 1 hour from Birmingham AL and 2 hours from Atlanta GA. Position Highlights: Anesthesiologist call is 1:3 Competitive salary of $500,000 plus benefits. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Here are five updates on certified registered nurse anesthetists’ workforce and leadership in the last month, as reported by Beckers: 1. Wilmington, Del.-based ChristianaCare and Wilmington University have partnered to launch the first certified registered nurse anesthetist program in the state. 2. Charlotte, N.C.-based Advocate Health has selected Betty Jo Rocchio, DNP, CRNA, as […]
Read MoreAuthors: Paramita Basu, Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 946–968. Background Neuropeptide Y (NPY) Y2 receptor (Y2) antagonist BIIE0246 can both inhibit and facilitate nociception. The authors hypothesized that Y2 function depends on inflammation or nerve injury status. Methods The authors implemented a battery of behavioral tests in mice of both sexes that received […]
Read MoreAuthors: Mei Li, M.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 913–928. Background As a mechanosensitive cation channel and key regulator of vascular barrier function, endothelial transient receptor potential vanilloid type 4 (TRPV4) contributes critically to ventilator-induced lung injury and edema formation. Ca2+ influx via TRPV4 can activate Ca2+-activated potassium (KCa) channels, categorized into small (SK1-3), intermediate (IK1), and […]
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