Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review The ceiling of advertised salaries for CRNAs is nearing $500,000 in some states, according to a new report from anesthesia career platform BagMask.com. The highest maximum advertised salary for CRNAs hit $475,000 in Pennsylvania, and reached $450,000 in four other states. BagMask compiled the reports using advertised salary data from CRNA job […]
Read MoreTiwari R, Chauhan R, Patel N B (May 19, 2026) Delta Sequential Organ Failure Assessment Within the First 24 Hours as a Predictor of Mortality in Critically Ill Surgical Patients: A Retrospective Study. Cureus 18(5): e109229. doi:10.7759/cureus.109229 Introduction: Early identification of critically ill surgical patients at high risk of mortality is essential for timely intervention. […]
Read MoreMalik N S, Mallya P, Singh A (May 21, 2026) Anesthetic Management of Traumatic Laryngotracheal Laceration in a Postpartum Patient: A Case Report. Cureus 18(5): e109371. doi:10.7759/cureus.109371 Abstract Traumatic laryngotracheal lacerations are rare but immediately life-threatening injuries that require rapid, individualized airway management. The anesthesiologist faces the dual challenge of securing a compromised airway while […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Here are three programs that are expanding educational pathways to the anesthesia workforce in 2026, as reported by Becker’s: 1. Philadelphia-based Thomas Jefferson University is launching a nurse anesthesia program in Center Valley, Pa. The onsite, DNP-Nurse Anesthesia program will be offered at the Lehigh Valley Health Network Center for Healthcare Education. 2. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Thomas L. Schwenk, M.D. Reviewing: Annals of Internal Medicine NEJM Clininian Clinical Takeaway : New trial results favor physical therapy as first-line treatment, with cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness as potential backups if needed. Context Patients with chronic low back pain are often referred to physical therapy (PT), but nonphysical approaches such as cognitive […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is expanding into Columbia, and we are building what we believe will become one of the strongest anesthesia teams in the region. We are currently recruiting both CRNAs and anesthesiologists for full-time and locums positions within a brand-new anesthesia care team model at one of Middle Tennessee’s growing hospitals. This is not a […]
Read MoreSamsuzzaman K, Chakraverty P, Saha S, et al. (May 23, 2026) Baseline Perfusion Index as a Predictor of Post-spinal Hypotension in Elective Caesarean Section: A Prospective Observational Study. Cureus 18(5): e109506. doi:10.7759/cureus.109506 Introduction Spinal anaesthesia is the preferred technique for cesarean delivery, but it is frequently associated with hypotension, leading to adverse maternal and fetal […]
Read MoreAUTHOR: Patricia Kritek, M.D. Reviewing: Critical Care Medicine NEJM Clinician Clinical Takeaway : The newest guidelines shift to a more nuanced, patient-centered approach and away from strict targets for all patients. An overview of Surviving Sepsis Campaign: International Guidelines for Management of Sepsis and Septic Shock 2026 Background This is the fifth update to the […]
Read MoreMadkhali M M, Safhi A Y, Khormi N A, et al. (May 06, 2026) Sevoflurane Versus Propofol for Postoperative Sedation After Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. Cureus 18(5): e108341. doi:10.7759/cureus.108341 Abstract Optimal postoperative sedation after cardiac surgery remains debated. Sevoflurane delivered via anesthetic conserving devices has emerged as an alternative to […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review Advertised W-2 base pay for physician anesthesiologists jumped sharply in the first quarter of 2026, with peak offers reaching seven figures for the first time, according to a May 20 report from anesthesia career platform BagMask.com. The report, built from thousands of job postings collected January through March 2026, delivers state-by-state advertised […]
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