ASA Monitor December 2024, Vol. 88, 23. What is the MOST likely complication associated with the placement of a radial artery catheter in an adult? (A) Hematoma (B) Transient arterial occlusion (C) Local infection By some estimates, about 8 million arterial catheters are placed annually in the United States, with the radial artery being the most […]
Read MoreAuthor: Allen N. Gustin, Jr., MD, FCCP, FASA, FCCM ASA Monitor December 2024, Vol. 88, 18. Each health care professional reacts and copes differently to stress, especially when their patients don’t do well clinically. Everyone must find a method to manage their emotions when stressful events occur, whether in one’s personal life or professional life. I […]
Read MoreAutor: Muhammad B. Rafique, MD, FASA ASA Monitor December 2024, Vol. 88, 13–14. He was a brilliant anesthesiologist at the top of his career when, one day, he could not intubate a neonate and was worried. The next day, his family thought he did not look well and took him to the emergency room. A CT […]
Read MoreWe 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 […]
Read MoreAutors: Matthew K. Whalin, MD, PhD et al ASA Monitor November 2024, Vol. 88, 1–4. Stroke is a national and global issue – compounded by an aging patient population with progressive comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, and cardiac arrhythmias. Almost 800,000 people suffer acute stroke each year in the United States (Circulation 2023;147:e93-621). Many […]
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