Author: Mark Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, Pain Management Pharmacist 2026 HealthCentral LLC From a potential Schedule shift to systemic review findings, what pain management specialists need to know. Chronic pain affects more than 50 million adults in the United States and remains a leading cause of disability, healthcare utilization, and reduced quality of life.1 Traditional pharmacologic […]
Read MoreRadius Anesthesia blog Modified Pericapsular Nerve Block for Total Hip Arthroplasty Total hip arthroplasty is a surgical procedure that treats end-stage hip osteoarthritis and other debilitating hip conditions. However, postoperative pain remains a significant concern, as inadequate analgesia can delay mobilization, prolong hospital stays, and increase complication risks. Regional anesthesia techniques have evolved to address […]
Read MoreAuthor: Richard Novak, MD THE ANESTHESIA CONSULTANT The future of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine is in your pocket, not in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). The EMR is now universal in America’s hospitals. To what degree will useful AI be integrated into the EMR? I’m betting the most useful applications of AI are in the […]
Read MoreAuthor: Megan Rolfzen, MD The Daily Dose Digital technology is expanding perioperative medicine beyond the operating room and into patients’ homes. At the 2026 IARS and SOCCA Annual Meeting, an expert panel examined how teleconsultation, virtual hospital wards, wearable monitoring, and postoperative virtual care may help anesthesiologists oversee patients throughout the entire surgical experience. The […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review At least 79 bills addressing private equity transactions and investor-backed ownership in healthcare have been introduced across 26 states in 2026 alone, according to a May analysis published in The American Journal of Managed Care. The pace has accelerated sharply: seven states passed new reporting requirements or restrictions on private equity in healthcare […]
Read MoreOnly 1 Month Left to Submit Sessions for the 2027 Annual Meeting, Presented by IARS and SOCCA! Submission Deadline: July 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm PDT SUBMIT YOUR SESSION PROPOSAL TODAY! The International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS) and the Society of Critical Care Anesthesiologists (SOCCA) invite you to submit a session proposal for consideration for the […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts and Carlsbad Anesthesia Services, LLC are seeking a full-time anesthesiologist to join our established anesthesia team at Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This is an exceptional opportunity for an anesthesiologist seeking excellent compensation, a predictable schedule, manageable cases, and a true work-life balance. Because Carlsbad is located in a New Mexico […]
Read MoreAuthor: Richard Novak, MD THE ANESTHESIA CONSULTANT Three-dimensional (3D) printers have the medical application of making exact replicas of human anatomy. A printer can utilize images from a patient’s MRI or CT scan as a template and lay down layers of rubber or plastic to build a replica. Will 3D printing become part of your […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Washington state offers the highest mean annual wage for anesthesiologists in the U.S., according to May 2025 data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The BLS tracks occupational wages across states, though data for some states is suppressed when wages exceed the agency’s publication threshold of $115 per hour […]
Read MoreAuthor: Megan Rolfzen, MD The Daily Dose Anesthesiology currently faces a growing workforce challenge that extends beyond filling residency positions. Although anesthesiology residency remains competitive, fewer graduates are pursuing subspecialty fellowships, academic careers, and physician-scientist pathways. A session presented at the 2026 IARS and SOCCA Annual Meeting examined the financial, cultural, and organizational barriers contributing […]
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