Authors: Liu H et al. Anesthesiology, February 23, 2026 Summary This prospective observational study evaluated whether the ultrasonographic measurement plane influences the accuracy of predicted gastric volume (GV) when assessing aspiration risk preoperatively. Point-of-care gastric ultrasound is increasingly used to estimate gastric volume and stratify aspiration risk. However, different sonographic planes are commonly used—most frequently […]
Read MoreAuthors: Yang Z et al. BMC Anesthesiol (2026). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12871-026-03692-4 Summary This case report published in BMC Anesthesiology describes an innovative anesthesia solution for magnetic resonance–guided laser interstitial thermal therapy (MRgLITT) in a facility without MR-conditional anesthesia equipment. MRgLITT is a minimally invasive neurosurgical technique performed inside an MRI scanner. Because the procedure is prolonged and requires […]
Read MoreAuthors: Kelber S et al. Pediatric Anesthesia, First published 12 February 2026 Summary This national cross-sectional survey examined knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding pediatric regional anesthesia (PRA) among South African anesthetists. Despite global growth in ultrasound-guided PRA and strong international safety data, uptake in low- and middle-income countries remains inconsistent. The online survey was distributed […]
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 […]
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 […]
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