Author: Dr Clemens

Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Core outcome sets for pediatric perioperative research: An international stakeholder engagement exercise and consensus report from the Pediatric Perioperative Outcomes Group

Author: Stricker PA et al. Anesthesiology. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005693 This international study developed core outcome sets for pediatric perioperative research through a structured, multi-phase process guided by the COMET initiative. Stakeholders included patients, parents/guardians, nurses, anesthesiologists, and surgeons from nine countries. A total of 1,178 participants completed the survey: 180 pediatric patients, 587 parents/guardians, and 411 healthcare […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
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 - 18 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
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 - 18 August, 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 - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The effects of lacosamide, pregabalin, and tapentadol on peripheral nerve excitability

Author: Nochi Z et al. Anesthesiology. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005694 This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial (IMI2-PainCare-BioPain-RCT1) assessed the effects of lacosamide, pregabalin, and tapentadol on peripheral nerve excitability in 43 healthy adults. Participants received single doses of lacosamide (200 mg), pregabalin (150 mg), tapentadol (100 mg), or placebo across four treatment periods, with high-frequency stimulation used to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
10 anesthesia controversies in 2025

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Here are 10 legal, clinical and policy-related controversies shaping anesthesia so far in 2025: 1. The No Surprises Act: There have been several updates and legal controversies related to the NSA in 2025. The American College of Radiology, American College of Emergency Physicians, and American Society of Anesthesiologists expressed support for the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Effect of Nitrous Oxide During Oocyte Retrieval on In Vitro Fertilization Outcomes

Authors: Kumar S, Medikondu H, Jain D, et al. Cureus 17(7): e89146. doi:10.7759/cureus.89146 This retrospective study examined whether the use of nitrous oxide (N₂O) during oocyte retrieval in in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures impacts fertilization, cleavage, and pregnancy rates. The study included 250 patients, divided into two groups: one receiving isoflurane alone and the other […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Incidence of delirium post cardiac surgery: Discrepancy between clinical observation, DOS scores, and single‑lead EEG

Author: Adelaars S et al. Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 106: 111896. doi:10.1016/j.jclinane.2025.111896 This prospective cohort study compared postoperative delirium (POD) detection after aortic valve replacement using clinical observation, the Delirium Observation Screening (DOS) scale, and single-lead EEG (sl-EEG) monitoring. Fifty patients aged 65 and older were assessed preoperatively and on postoperative days 1, 3, and […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Breaking the Temperature Barrier: Lasting Pain Relief and Motor Recovery After 80°C Suprascapular Nerve Ablation

Kabbara J, Alsalak C, Kabbara A Cureus 17(8): e89729. doi:10.7759/cureus.89729 This case report describes an 87-year-old woman with severe bilateral shoulder osteoarthritis and major movement restriction, particularly on the right side. X-rays showed severe degenerative changes with multiple loose bodies in the left shoulder (Figure 1) and advanced glenohumeral osteoarthritis with humeral head flattening and […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 August, 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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