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Anesthesiology Published - 7 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Adenosine for Supraventricular Tachycardia: Should We Skip the 6-mg Dose?

Reviewer: Aaron J. Calderon, M.D., F.A.C.P., S.F.H.M. NEJM Clinical Journal Watch Clinical Takeaway A prospective observational study suggests that an initial 12 mg of adenosine improves conversion rates without increased side effects. Context For hemodynamically stable patients with regular narrow-complex supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), current guidelines recommend 6 mg of adenosine as the initial pharmacological treatment, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 7 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
63% of physicians work locum tenens or plan to: 5 things to know

Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review More than 63% of physicians are already working in locum tenens or considering taking on a locum tenens role within the next five years, according to a report from Doximity. The “Physician Compensation Report 2025” from Doximity surveyed nearly 1,200 physicians. Here are five things to know about the report: More physicians […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 7 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
States ranked by anesthesiologists per capita

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review New York has the highest concentration of anesthesiologists relative to its population, with roughly 37 anesthesiologists per 100,000 residents, according to a analysis of May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data and 2024 U.S. Census population estimates. The figures reflect only employed anesthesiologists counted by the BLS; self-employed providers […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 7 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Electroacupuncture: A Stimulating Option for Hand OA?

Molly S. Brett, M.D. Reviewing: Mayo Clinic Proceedings NEJM Clinician Clinical Takeaway In a randomized trial, electroacupuncture reduced pain in hand osteoarthritis more than diclofenac gel. Context Electroacupuncture — an adaptation of traditional acupuncture in which gentle pulses of electrical current are sent through needles — has shown benefit in knee osteoarthritis (OA), but it […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 7 August, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Methadone, Buprenorphine May Lower Opioid Overdose Risk

Edited by Vineeta Teotia Medscape Medical News The study was published online on November 23 in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse. TOPLINE: Use of medications for newly-diagnosed opioid use disorder (OUD) increased from 2016 to 2019 but remained low, a new cohort study showed. Additionally, methadone and buprenorphine were potentially protective and linked to risk […]

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