Author: Dr Clemens

Anesthesiology Published - 1 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Peripheral Nerve Blocks and Fascial Plane Blocks in Labor: Expert Evidence-Based Perspectives

Authors: Antonio Coviello et al   Anesthesia & Analgesia 143(1):p 59-67, July 2026.  The World Health Organization (WHO) designates epidural analgesia as the “gold standard” for labor pain relief.1 However, inserting epidurals can be challenging or contraindicated in certain situations (eg, thrombocytopenia, coagulopathy). Additional comorbidities may preclude neuraxial techniques, so the need for alternative methods becomes more pressing. Historically, pudendal […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Surgical time, peri-operative major adverse cardiac and cerebral events and hospital stay in noncardiac surgery: insights from 7-day service implementation

AUTHORS: Weixian Xu et al  European Journal of Anaesthesiology August 06, 2026. BACKGROUND The ‘out of hours effect’ applies to patients undergoing surgery during night shifts, weekends or holidays, who face higher risks of complications and mortality. The 7-day service policy was implemented to ensure consistent healthcare delivery. OBJECTIVE To assess the association between surgical […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Effects of Single Bolus Exposure to Propofol on Depression-like Behavior in a Chronic Unpredictable Mild Stress Model in Mice

Authors: Jinfang Song et al  Anesthesiology 144(6):p 1329-1351, June 2026 Background: Depression is a prevalent psychiatric disorder linked to excitatory/inhibitory neurotransmission imbalance, particularly in the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC). Propofol, a γ-aminobutyric acid type A (GABAA) receptor agonist, induces rapid mood improvements clinically, yet its antidepressant-like effects and underlying mechanisms remain unclear.Methods: Network pharmacology was used to […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Full-Time CRNA Opportunity in Savannah TN 17 weeks off

Anesthesia Experts is recruiting a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah TN. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CRNA seeking a highly desirable schedule, excellent compensation, and the ability to practice independently as part of a three-CRNA anesthesia team. Position Highlights • Excellent salary • Malpractice insurance […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
5 ways insurers are undercutting anesthesia payments: ASA

Author:  Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review From facility penalties to time caps, anesthesiologists have spent the last two years absorbing insurer workarounds aimed, directly or indirectly, at paying less for anesthesia care. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the pattern is not a coincidence but a strategy, and it has put itself at the […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Blood Transfusion, Postoperative Hemoglobin, and Clinical Outcomes in Neonates

AUTHORS: Susan M. Goobie et al   Anesthesia & Analgesia 143(2):p 221-230, August 2026. BACKGROUND: Neonates are the most frequently transfused population perioperatively. Current guidelines based on evidence from neonatal trials and expert consensus recommend restrictive transfusion strategies, with hemoglobin (Hb) transfusion threshold levels between 7.5 and 12.0 g/dL based on gestational age, postnatal age, oxygen dependency, respiratory support, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Ascension drug mix-up renews focus on medical error criminalization

Author: Paige Twenter Becker’s Clinical Leadership A medication mix-up that paralyzed a 72-year-old Nashville, Tenn., patient has pulled national pharmacy and anesthesiology groups into renewed scrutiny of whether clinicians should be criminally charged for errors. On Aug. 14, four joint replacement patients at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital Midtown in Nashville, Tenn., received potassium phosphate instead of the intended […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Migraine in Young Stroke Patients—Better Outcomes Despite Distinct Risk Profiles: Insights From the STROKE-CARD-Study

Author: Katharina Kaltseis et al European Journal of Neurology Aug 6 Introduction Migraine is a common neurological disorder and a non-traditional risk factor for ischaemic stroke. Its relationship with specific stroke subtypes and post-stroke outcomes remains unclear. We evaluated the association between migraine (with and without aura), stroke aetiology, functional outcomes, and cardiovascular risk profiles […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
A two-step deep learning framework for predicting difficult video laryngoscopy from ultrasound images

Authors: Chenyu Jin BMC Anesthesiology Background Deep learning integrated with ultrasound systems may assist in predicting difficult airway, a life-threatening complication in anesthesia. The study aimed to assess the feasibility of AI-based ultrasound for predicting difficult video laryngoscopy (DVL); and identify ultrasonographic measurements associated with DVL using AI-generated heatmaps. Methods Patients who underwent ultrasonographic airway […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
CRNA Job in Key West, Florida – $275,000, No Call, Paid Malpractice and Island Living

What if your next CRNA position offered excellent compensation, no call, a manageable anesthesia practice—and you got to live in Key West, Florida? Key West Anesthesia Services, LLC is seeking a full-time CRNA to join our established anesthesia team in one of the most desirable locations in the country. This is a $275,000 1099 position […]

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