Authors: Rosà, Tommaso et al. Anesthesiology, September 15, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005677 This investigation assessed the recruitment-to-inflation ratio (R/I) as a practical, noninvasive tool to evaluate lung recruitability during general anesthesia. Optimizing PEEP settings to prevent both atelectasis and overdistension is central to lung-protective ventilation, but individual variation in recruitability complicates this process. The study aimed […]
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: Burns, Courtney J. et al. Anesthesiology, September 18, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005660 This qualitative study explores the emotional aftermath of distressing clinical events among anesthesiologists. Twenty faculty anesthesiologists across nine subspecialties participated in 30-minute interviews reflecting on emotionally challenging experiences that continued to affect them long-term. Using a trustworthiness framework emphasizing transferability, dependability, credibility, and […]
Read MoreAuthors: Kjaerulff, Isabella et al. Anesthesiology, October 3, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005780 This secondary analysis of a prospective cohort explored how preoperative psychological distress affects postoperative outcomes in older surgical patients. The study enrolled 132 adults aged 65 or older undergoing noncardiac, non-intracranial surgery. Distress was measured preoperatively using a modified National Comprehensive Cancer Network Distress […]
Read MoreAuthors: Bicket et al. Anesthesiology, September 25, 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005771 This national cohort study examined the prevalence and trends of medication use for opioid use disorder (MOUD) among privately insured U.S. adults undergoing major surgical procedures between 2016 and 2022. Using the Merative MarketScan Commercial Database—which captures claims from 22 to 28 million insured patients […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Sunny Eappen, MD, president and CEO of Vermont University Health Network in Burlington, will step down from his current role Oct. 15, according to a news release shared with Becker’s. According to the release, the decision was mutual between Dr. Eappen and the hospital’s board of trustees. Dr. Eappen, an […]
Read MoreAuthor: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review The Washington State Medical Association has inaugurated Bridget Bush, MD, as its president. Dr. Bush is a practicing anesthesiologist at Optum Care Washington in Everett. In addition, serves on the clinical faculty at Washington State University’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, according to a Sept. 22 news release from the […]
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 with full autonomy and an unbeatable lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off annually)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, ortho, endo, OB/GYN (epidurals & C-sections)• No Complex Cases: No hearts, no […]
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