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 […]

Author: Tewfik, George MD, MBA, FASA ASA Monitor 89(1):p 9, January 2025. ANESTHESIA WORKFORCE Abstract The ongoing anesthesia workforce shortage continues to affect patient care, availability of services, and anesthesiologist job satisfaction (asamonitor.pub/48z4OnS). After the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a surge in demand for services, without a concomitant rise in available labor, has led to […]

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. Position Highlights: Case Mix: Bread-and-butter cases – no heads, hearts, […]

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 […]

Authors: Sanghvi, Jay MS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 27-37, January 2025. The US healthcare sector is undergoing significant payment reforms, leading to the emergence of Alternative Payment Models (APMs) aimed at improving clinical outcomes and patient experiences while reducing costs. This scoping review provides an overview of the involvement of anesthesiologists in APMs as […]

Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review Here are five stats and figures to know about compensation for anesthesiologists: 1. In November 2024, CMS finalized a 94-cent (2.83%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2025 is $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024. 2. Anesthesiologists earn the highest annual wage in Nebraska, bringing […]

Author: Hocevar, Robin ASA Monitor 89(1):p 30-31, January 2025 According to Scott Lindberg, MD, FASA, drug shortages are not new, but the scope and acuity of the recent nationwide I.V. fluid shortage is unparalleled. He is referring, of course, to the shortage sparked by Hurricane Helene’s destruction of the facility that supplies 60% of the I.V. […]

Authors: Cruz, Paulina MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(1):p 2-12, January 2025. The increasing prevalence of diabetes mellitus has been accompanied by a rapid expansion in wearable continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices and insulin pumps. Systems combining these components in a “closed loop,” where interstitial glucose measurement guides automated insulin delivery (AID, or closed […]

Author: Cameron Cortigiano  Becker’s ASC Review ASCs are likely to face continuing anesthesia problems into 2025, but there are potential models and solutions for physicians and centers. Scott Mayer, the CEO of Ambulatory Anesthesia Care, recently connected with Becker’s to discuss the ongoing issues in the anesthesia space and potential solutions in 2025. Note: Responses were lightly […]

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. Position Highlights: Case Mix: Bread-and-butter cases – no heads, hearts, […]