Authors: Rosà, Tommaso et al. Anesthesiology, September 15, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005677 This study evaluated the recruitment-to-inflation ratio (R/I) as a bedside method to estimate lung recruitability during general anesthesia. Because patients vary in how their lungs respond to positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP), an individualized approach to setting PEEP could prevent both atelectasis and overdistension. The […]
Read MoreAuthor: Erica Cerutti Becker’s Clinical Leadership A customized, team-based strategy significantly reduced unnecessary pre-operative testing for common elective surgeries, according to a new study led by researchers at Ann Arbor-based Michigan Medicine. The intervention, called Right-Sizing Testing Before Elective Surgery, or RITE-Size, was piloted at three hospitals. It focused on reducing low-value testing for patients undergoing gallbladder removal, hernia […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
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: Ono, Shohei et al. Anesthesiology, July 30, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005689 This multicenter retrospective study evaluated how differences in ICU admission practices after Rapid Response System (RRS) activation influence patient outcomes across Japanese hospitals. RRS programs are designed to identify and manage deteriorating inpatients early, but ICU transfer rates following activation vary considerably between institutions, […]
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