AUTHORS: Lv, Zhu MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(6):p 1501-1503, June 2025. The high-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) has recently used as an alternative method for oxygenation to prolong the safe apnea time during anesthesia induction.1–3 Although a higher flow rate can theoretically extend the apnea time, it may result in gastric insufflation. We hypothesized on first […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Camporesi, Anna MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(6):p 1491-1494, June 2025. General anesthesia can induce atelectasis in the dependent regions of the lung due to various factors, including the effect of positive pressure ventilation. Functional residual capacity (FRC) and respiratory system compliance (Crs) decrease1 as the decreased tone of the diaphragm shifts abdominal viscera toward […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Consolidation is on the rise across healthcare, including the anesthesia space. Here are three notes on where efforts to consolidate the anesthesia industry are headed, as recently reported by Becker’s: 1. At least four anesthesia groups have emerged as power players within the industry, including US Anesthesia Partners, Premier Anesthesia, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review The American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Anesthesia Quality Institute have partnered with EHR platform Epic for data optimization. Through Epic’s community registries platform, the partnership will create an anesthesia community registry that aims to advance quality, safety and patient outcomes, according to a May 29 news release sent […]
Read MoreWe’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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