Authors: Misiriyyah N et al. Cureus 18(2): e104230, February 25, 2026 This case report describes the use of a dual-modality preoxygenation strategy—noninvasive ventilation (NIV) combined with high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC)—to mitigate peri-intubation hypoxemia in a patient with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). A 46-year-old man with necrotizing pneumonia presented with profound hypoxemia (SpO₂ 80% […]
Read MoreAuthors: Croft Z A et al. Cureus 18(2): e102846, February 02, 2026 In this retrospective matched cohort exploratory study, Croft and colleagues evaluated whether a single intraoperative dose of methadone improves post-craniotomy pain control compared with conventional short-acting opioid regimens. Thirty-two adult patients undergoing supratentorial craniotomy for tumor resection were analyzed, including eight who received […]
Read MoreBurnout or time away in pain, ICU, or administration doesn’t erase your anesthesia training—it just requires a structured path back. For many physicians, it simply means you stepped away to regroup. We work with anesthesiologists every day who want to return to clinical anesthesia after time away in: administration or leadership roles pain medicine critical […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesiologists earn an average base salary of $499,526, with 42% reporting bonuses averaging $24,976 and 29% reporting other income averaging $20,612, according to data from salary transparency website Marit Health. Compensation varies widely by practice setting and pay structure. Non-academic anesthesiologists report higher average base pay than their academic counterparts, and self-employed […]
Read MoreHardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]
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