Author: Dr Clemens

Uncategorized Published - 7 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthetic Sevoflurane Induces Enlargement of Dendritic Spine Heads in Mouse Neurons via Tau-Dependent Mechanisms

AUTHORS: Yan, Jia MD, PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 697-709, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Sevoflurane induces neuronal dysfunction and cognitive impairment. However, the underlying mechanism remains largely to be determined. Tau, cyclophilin D, and dendritic spine contribute to cognitive function. But whether changes in dendritic spines are involved in the effects of sevoflurane and the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 7 March, 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! […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Donation After Circulatory Death Liver Transplantation: Impact of Normothermic Machine Perfusion on Key Variables

AUTHORS: Stoker, Alexander D. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 687-696, March 2025. BACKGROUND: During orthotopic liver transplantation, allograft reperfusion is a dynamic point in the operation and often requires vasoactive medications and blood transfusions. Normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) of liver allografts has emerged to increase the number of transplantable organs and may have utility […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Socioeconomic, Patient, and Hospital Determinants for the Utilization of Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Total Joint Arthroplasty

AUTHORS: Bonsel, Joshua M. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 675-686, March 2025. BACKGROUND: While peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs) are associated with various improved outcomes in patients undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasty (THA/TKA), disparities in PNB utilization have been reported. This study assessed the importance of socioeconomic, demographic, clinical, and hospital determinants in explaining […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The Open Oximetry Project: Safe and Accurate Pulse Oximeters for All Skin Tones

Authors:  Daryl Dorsey, BS; Fekir Negussie, MPH; Elizabeth Igaga, MMed; Tyler Law, MD, MS; Michael Lipnick, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025  Pulse oximetry has long been a cornerstone of patient safety both inside and outside the operating room. However, data emerged during the COVID pandemic revealing health care disparities […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The 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 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 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! […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
1 in 6 physicians contemplated or attempted suicide

Author: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review While just 1% of physicians have attempted suicide, an additional 15% have contemplated it, according to Medscape’s 2025 “‘A Lot More Still Needs to Be Done:’ Physicians and Suicide Report,” published Feb. 21. In 2022 and 2023, only 9% of physicians reported contemplating suicide, representing a sharp uptick in 2024. Around […]

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Uncategorized Published - 6 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
ASCs’ cost crisis: How ‘misaligned incentives’ are shaping the industry

Autor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Rising healthcare costs and restrictive policies are creating significant challenges for ASCs, potentially threatening their ability to provide cost-effective, high-quality care. Joe Peluso, administrator at Aestique Surgical Center in Greensburg, Pa., joined Becker’s to discuss his perspective on the policy changes needed to drive sustainability and improve patient access for ASCs. […]

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Uncategorized Published - 5 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Association Between Glycemic Variability and Persistent Acute Kidney Injury After Noncardiac Major Surgery

AUTHORS: Kong, Siyu BS et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 636-645, March 2025. BACKGROUND: While the relationship between glycemic variability (GV) and acute kidney injury (AKI) has been a subject of interest, the specific association of GV with persistent AKI beyond 48 hours postoperative after noncardiac surgery is not well-established. METHODS: This retrospective cohort study aimed […]

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