AUTHORS: Pepper, Connor G. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(4):p 711-722, October 2024. BACKGROUND: Whether regional anesthesia impacts the development of chronic postsurgical pain is currently debateable, and few studies have evaluated an effect on prolonged opioid use. We sought to systematically review the effect of regional anesthesia for adults undergoing noncardiac elective surgery on […]
Read MoreAuthors: Max B. Kelz, MD, PhD; Crystal Wright, MD, FASA ASA Monitor October 2024, Vol. 88, 35. At its core, anesthesiology is a clinical specialty dedicated to understanding, optimizing, and preserving the fundamental tenets of life. As physicians, we routinely assume responsibility for ventilatory support, improve oxygenation, and augment hemodynamic parameters, all while suppressing memory formation, […]
Read MoreASA Monitor October 2024, Vol. 88, 25. Clevidipine and propofol are very similar in appearance; care must be taken to avoid medication errors. © 2022 American Society of Anesthesiologists. Which of the following BEST describes the primary mechanism for the termination of action of clevidipine? (A) Pulmonary excretion (B) Redistribution into tissue (C) Blood and tissue […]
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 MoreAuthor: Dr Nikesh Seth Feedspot Weekly Acupuncture, a cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, has woven its way into modern pain management practices across the globe. With its roots stretching back thousands of years, acupuncture has gained significant traction in Western medicine as an effective treatment for various types of pain. What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture involves the […]
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