Authors: Xia M et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia, 142(3):468-479, March 2026, 10.1213/ANE.0000000000007649 This study looked at how the entire mouse cortex behaves during anesthetic-induced loss of consciousness using widefield calcium imaging through transparent skull preparations. The investigators used Thy1-GCaMP6s mice and compared cortical activity patterns under ketamine, propofol, and isoflurane. Rather than focusing on one […]
Read MoreAuthor: Daniela Barros Medscape News Global Even low doses of prednisone increase the risk for fracture, with clinically meaningful harm emerging within months rather than years. Daily doses of 2.5-7.5 mg raise the risk for fracture as early as 5-6 months after treatment initiation, according to an international review published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology. […]
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 MoreAuthors: Ye F et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia, February 25, 2026. Independent Factors Associated With Opioid Refills at 31 to 60 and 61 to 90 Days After Discharge From Spine Surgery: A Novel Predictor of High-Risk Patients. This retrospective cohort study examined predictors of opioid prescription refills during the critical transition period between acute postoperative […]
Read MoreAuthors: Fitzsimons M G et al. Journal of Clinical Anesthesia, 2026. A framework for success: Compassionate interventions to support healthcare colleagues when concerns arise. This article describes a structured and compassionate framework for addressing concerns about impaired healthcare professionals, particularly anesthesiologists. Physicians, like individuals in other professions, may experience medical, psychological, or substance-related conditions that […]
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