We are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]

ASA Monitor September 2024, Vol. 88, 26. A 70-year-old patient with aortic stenosis and no other notable medical history is undergoing a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure. According to a recent study comparing outcomes at three years between TAVR and surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) in patients at low surgical risk, which of the following […]

 Authors: Khatri S, et al Cureus 16(9): e69782. Abstract The laryngeal mask airway (LMA) has gained popularity as an airway management device in the perioperative setting due to its ease of use, reduced invasiveness compared to endotracheal intubation, and lower incidence of complications. However, hiccups, though relatively uncommon, can pose a significant challenge during the […]

 Authors: Ibrahim S et al Cureus 16(9): e69977 Background Hypotension during spinal anesthesia occurs due to sympathetic nervous system blockade, resulting in decreased systemic vascular resistance and reduced cardiac output. Due to reduced sympathetic tone, peripheral arterial vasodilatation and blood pooling in lower limbs due to venodilatation occur, reducing preload to the heart and stroke […]

Authors: Id El Haj N et al Cureus 16(9): e70023. Abstract Foreign body (FB) inhalation in children is a common and potentially life-threatening occurrence encountered in pediatric emergency medicine. A wide range of clinical presentations including often delayed onset of symptoms make it challenging to identify and provide a timely diagnosis. This increases the risk […]

Author: Alexandra Murphy Becker’s Hospital Review A new study suggests that some recently marketed migraine medications may not be more effective than standard painkillers for treating acute migraine episodes. The study analyzed 137 trials with 89,445 adults, testing 17 different migraine drugs. Researchers then compared how well these treatments relieved pain within two hours and […]

We are seeking a dedicated anesthesia care team to join our new anesthesia care team contract at Lubbock Heart and Surgery Hospital in Lubbock TX. Position Highlights: Anesthesiologist call is 1:3 Competitive salary of $575,000 plus benefits. 8 weeks of vacation. CRNA call is 1:6 Competitive salary of $280,000 plus benefits. 8 weeks of vacation. […]

We are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]

Authors: Gohad R et al Cureus 16(9): e70039. Abstract Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has become an essential tool in modern anesthesiology, offering real-time imaging that aids in diagnosis, treatment, and procedural guidance. Its applications have expanded significantly, from routine assessments to complex perioperative management, enhancing patient care across various domains. This study aimed to review and […]

Authors:  Washburn N Rmet al Cureus 16(9): e69676. Abstract This case report details the successful management of labor pain using epidural analgesia in a 22-year-old primigravid patient with a history of spina bifida and extensive surgical repair. Spina bifida, a congenital neural tube defect, presents unique challenges for neuraxial anesthesia due to altered spinal anatomy […]