Author: Dr Clemens

Uncategorized Published - 26 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Magnesium and Esophageal Pain After Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy of the Esophagus

AUTHORS: Kim, Richard K. MD, MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 54-61, January 2025. BACKGROUND: Postoperative esophageal pain occurs in 67% of patients after peroral endoscopic esophageal myotomy (POEM). Magnesium can act as a smooth muscle relaxant. This study investigated whether intraoperative magnesium can reduce postoperative esophageal pain in patients undergoing POEM. METHODS: In this […]

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Uncategorized Published - 26 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
10 predictions for the ASC industry in 2025

Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review A shift toward value-based care, the ongoing consolidation of independent ASCs and an increasing role of AI are three things to look out for in 2025 in the ASC space. These 10 surgeons, CEOs, CFOs and presidents recently connected with Becker’s to give their ASC industry predictions for 2025. Note: Responses […]

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Uncategorized Published - 26 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Identifying Variation in Intraoperative Management of Brain-Dead Organ Donors and Opportunities for Improvement

AUTHORS: Lele, Abhijit V. MBBS, MD, MSCR, FNCS, CPHQ et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 41-50, January 2025. BACKGROUND: Intraoperative events and clinical management of deceased organ donors after brain death are poorly characterized and may consequently vary between hospitals and organ procurement organization (OPO) regions. In a multicenter cohort, we sought to estimate the incidence […]

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Uncategorized Published - 26 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

We 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 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 26 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist and CRNA Opportunity in Atlanta Georgia

We are forming a new group in Riverdale GA which is 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport.  We are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist and CRNA to join our new anesthesia group. Our care team will consist of 4 full-time CRNAs  and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Bread and Butter cases no heads, […]

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Uncategorized Published - 25 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Wishing You a Merry Christmas!

As the holiday season wraps us in its warm embrace, we want to take a moment to send heartfelt wishes your way. Christmas is a time for joy, reflection, and togetherness—whether you’re surrounded by family, friends, or taking a well-deserved moment to yourself. This season reminds us of the importance of connection and gratitude. We’re […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Association Between Preoperative Anemia and Cognitive Function in a Large Cohort Study of Older Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery

AUTHORS: Howell, Keith MD et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 14-23, January 2025. BACKGROUND: The etiology of anemia has tremendous overlap with the disease states responsible for cognitive decline. We used data from a perioperative database of older adults undergoing elective surgery with anesthesia to (1) examine relationships among preoperative anemia blood markers, preoperative screeners of […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Comparison of Phenylephrine Bolus and Infusion Regimens on Maternal and Fetal Outcomes During Cesarean Delivery

AUTHORS: Garg, Heena MD et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(6):p 1144-1155, December 2024. BACKGROUND: A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to compare phenylephrine boluses versus prophylactic infusion in parturients undergoing cesarean delivery under spinal or combined spinal-epidural anesthesia on feto-maternal outcomes. METHODS: Medline, Embase, Cochrane, and US Clinical registry databases were searched. Studies comparing phenylephrine […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Adults

Authors: Ashie Kapoor, M.D. et al  Anesthesiology November 2024. Introduction Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory in-hospital cardiac arrest has been associated with improved survival compared with conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Perioperative patients represent a unique of the inpatient population. This study aims to describe and analyze the characteristics and outcomes of patients who received […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 December, 2024    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist and CRNA Opportunity in Atlanta Georgia

We are forming a new group in Riverdale GA which is 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport.  We are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist and CRNA to join our new anesthesia group. Our care team will consist of 4 full-time CRNAs  and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Bread and Butter cases no heads, […]

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