Author: Dr Clemens

Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Hydromorphone vs. Fentanyl for Children Undergoing Tonsillectomy

Authors: Gregory C. Miller et al Pediatric Anesthesia June 2026 Background Tonsillectomy is one of the most frequently performed pediatric surgeries; however, little evidence guides the choice of intraoperative opioids in a population at an elevated risk for perioperative respiratory complications. This study tested the hypothesis that fewer children who received hydromorphone during tonsillectomy would […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Adverse Events in Primary Palatoplasty

Authors: Febina Padiyath et al Pediatric Anesthesia May 2026 Background Patients undergoing palatoplasty experience perioperative adverse events. Identifying risk factors for perioperative adverse events and escalation of care may improve outcomes. Methods Pediatric patients undergoing primary palatoplasty were included in this retrospective observational study performed at two academic children’s hospitals from 2014 to 2020. Results […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Perspectives in Pediatric Ambulatory Anesthesia

Authors: Vanessa A. Olbrecht, Lynn D. Martin Pediatric Anesthesia June 2026 Introduction Pediatric ambulatory anesthesia has rapidly evolved as the predominant model for surgical care in the United States, yet variability in practice standards and outcomes persists. This final installment of a four-part series addresses the gaps that remain between research and real-world practice, highlighting the […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Applications of Olanzapine to the OR

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals blog Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) remains one of the most common complications after general anesthesia and continues to be a significant source of patient discomfort and delayed recovery. Olanzapine, an atypical antipsychotic, has gained interest in the OR setting because it provides antiemetic activity that complements commonly used medications, such as […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
ASCs have 2 anesthesia paths — neither is simple

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review As anesthesia shortages and rising costs push ASCs to rethink how they staff operating rooms, many leaders are weighing a fundamental choice: bring anesthesia in-house or outsource it to a third-party group. Brian Cohen, MD, administrative chief of Miami Anesthesia Services, said the bigger mistake may be treating that choice […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 22 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
CRNA Opportunity in Savannah TN 26 weeks off

Anesthesia Experts is recruiting a 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 provided, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 21 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Accuracy of Bispectral Index™ monitoring in an alternative nasal position in pediatric patients under general anesthesia

Authors: Taniga Kiatchai MD et al Canadian Journal of Anesthesia   Purpose The standard frontal Bispectral Index™ (BIS™) monitoring during anesthesia is clinically validated; nevertheless, alternative sensor positions may be necessary when the forehead is inaccessible. We aimed to evaluate the accuracy of BIS monitoring obtained from the nasal region compared with conventional frontal placement […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 21 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthetic Management of Emergent Cesarean Delivery in a Patient With Severe Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis and Cardiopulmonary Complications

Authors: Haresh Ghodasara A et al Cureus 18(8): e114893. doi:10.7759/cureus.114893 Abstract Critical rheumatic mitral stenosis complicated by pulmonary hypertension and right ventricular dysfunction during pregnancy represents one of the most challenging scenarios in obstetric anesthesia. These patients are classified as modified World Health Organization (mWHO) Class IV, which is the highest maternal risk category with […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 21 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Single bolus dexmedetomidine versus propofol for treatment of pediatric emergence delirium following general anesthesia

Authors: Xuemin Han et al Pediatric Anesthesia  https://doi.org/10.1111/pan.14381Digital Object Identifier (DOI) Background Pediatric emergence delirium is a psychomotor disorder occurring in the early postanesthetic stage. There is no clear consensus regarding its treatment; however, dexmedetomidine and propofol have both been shown to be effective. Aim In this single-center, randomized, double-blind prospective study, we compared the […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 21 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesia’s payment problem, explained

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Most physicians are paid according to relative value units tied to an office visit, exam or procedure, but anesthesiologists are not. Their compensation runs on a unit-based formula that reflects a procedure’s complexity, a patient’s medical condition and the amount of time an anesthesiologist spends managing that patient’s care — a structure unique […]

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