Authors: Chhaya Patel et al Pediatric Anesthesia Sept 2026 Background Chronic health conditions affect approximately 27% of children in the United States and about 1 in 15 has multimorbidity (MM), defined as the coexistence of two or more chronic conditions. Despite its prevalence, the effect of MM on outcomes after ambulatory surgery remains poorly understood. […]
Read MoreAuthors Bryan Atandi, Philip Arnold Pediatric Anesthesia September 2026 Background Socioeconomic status and geography create healthcare inequalities in children. Geographical areas in the United Kingdom are ranked by deprivation, which confers a higher risk for specific diseases that necessitate procedures under anesthesia. Aims To examine the relationship between the geographical indices of deprivation and the odds […]
Read MoreWhat if your next CRNA position offered excellent compensation, no call, a manageable anesthesia practice—and you got to live in Key West, Florida? Key West Anesthesia Services, LLC is seeking a full-time CRNA to join our established anesthesia team in one of the most desirable locations in the country. This is a $275,000 1099 position […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ying Li et al Pediatric Anesthesia September 2026 Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common and serious complication following pediatric liver transplantation, but the optimal diagnostic approach and modifiable risk factors in this population remain incompletely understood. Aims To determine the incidence and independent risk factors of AKI following pediatric liver transplantation, and […]
Read MoreHandling Patient Financial Hardship Author: Bob Burleigh Healthcare Business Management Associates The Issue Compassion is a natural human response to a patient who cannot afford their medical bills. But in the billing context, well-intentioned actions — such as routinely waiving copays or deductibles — can cross into legal and ethical violations. The federal Anti-Kickback Statute and related […]
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