Authors: Sukhman Shergill, MD et al ASA Monitor October 2024, Vol. 88, 24–25. As discussed in the last Dr. Gearhead column (ASA Monitor 2024;88:1,6), neuromodulation can be achieved through either chemical or electrical stimulation. The advancement and application of neuromodulation has transformed the landscape for chronic pain patients suffering from intractable pain conditions. The application of electrical […]
Read MoreWe 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 no call Competitive salary of $280,000 plus benefits. 8 weeks of vacation. Interested? […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Ekrami, Elyad MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(4):p 724-733, October 2024. BACKGROUND: Cannabis is a widely used illicit drug with effects on different pain pathways. However, interactions between cannabis and postoperative pain are unclear. Cannabis smoking also affects the lungs, but the impact of cannabis use on postoperative pulmonary complications is unknown. We […]
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 MoreAUTHORS: Maniker, Robert B. MD, MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(4):p 687-689, October 2024. Although well intended, surgical procedures can result in chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP). Moreover, the treatment of postsurgical pain with opioids may lead to persistent postoperative opioid use (PPOU), opioid-use disorder (OUD), and opioid-related harm to patients and households. It is therefore […]
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