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Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review The anesthesia staffing crisis in the U.S. is generally understood to be caused by several factors that can be boiled down to a supply-and-demand issue. Nearly 30% of anesthesiologists are projected to leave the practice by 2033, according to a 2023 white paper from Medicus Healthcare Solutions. Currently, the U.S. has a […]
Read MoreAuthors: Yousef S et al. European Journal of Anaesthesiology 42(12):1046–1055, December 2025DOI: 10.1097/EJA.0000000000002261 SummaryThis randomized, blinded, active-controlled trial evaluated whether mixing lidocaine–epinephrine with ropivacaine alters the duration of analgesia or onset time in lateral infraclavicular brachial plexus blocks. Seventy-eight patients undergoing hand surgery were randomized into three groups: full-dose ropivacaine (R150), reduced-dose ropivacaine plus lidocaine–epinephrine […]
Read MoreAuthors: Sun H et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia 141(5):988–994, November 2025 DOI:10.1213/ANE.0000000000007490 SummaryThis retrospective analysis from the American Board of Anesthesiology reviewed all first-attempt BASIC Examination results from 2014 through 2022, linking them to resident demographics, program characteristics, and prior in-training examination (CBY ITE) performance. The goal was to determine whether specific demographic groups had […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesiology leaders are navigating unprecedented financial pressure and structural changes. Faced with declining reimbursements, rising costs and shifting care models, leaders are walking a tightrope to maintain patient safety and operational efficiency while operating on tighter margins than ever before. Here are five state-specific updates slated to further shift […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review As case complexities rise, payer policies evolve and the demand for outpatient procedures accelerates, ASC leaders are assessing where to invest as they head into 2026. For its “ASC Leader Expectations for 2026″ survey, VMG Health asked 97 leaders which specialties they are prioritizing in the next year. Here are three […]
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: Senapati L et al. Cureus. 17(10): e94648, October 15, 2025. DOI: 10.7759/cureus.94648 Summary:This randomized controlled trial compared ultrasound-guided costoclavicular brachial plexus block (CC-BPB) with supraclavicular brachial plexus block (SC-BPB) for anesthesia and analgesia in elective forearm and hand surgery. The costoclavicular approach, a modification of the infraclavicular technique, targets a compact cluster of cords […]
Read MoreAuthors: Vikram Bansal, MD; Nicholas Statzer, MD; Danial Shams, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Vo; 40 No 3 Oct 2025 Summary:Regional anesthesia has undergone major safety improvements over the past four decades through advances in monitoring, pharmacology, and technology. Emphasis has shifted from preventing catastrophic complications to refining best practices, minimizing toxicity, and improving patient […]
Read MoreAuthors: Lida Shaygan, DO; Amanda J. Rhee, MD; Bruce A. Bollen, MD; Miklos D. Kertai, MD, MMHC, PhD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Vo; 40 No 3 Oct 2025 Summary:Cardiac anesthesiology has advanced significantly in perioperative monitoring, team communication, and risk reduction strategies. Ongoing challenges include patient complexity, resource variability, and integration of emerging technologies. Future […]
Read MoreAuthors: Elizabeth B. Malinzak, MD; Megha K. Kanjia, MD; C. Dean Kurth, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Vo; 40 No 3 Oct 2025 Summary:Pediatric anesthesia safety has improved markedly over the past four decades through advances in monitoring, pharmacology, airway management, and safety culture. Ongoing challenges include perioperative risk in neonates and infants, medication safety, […]
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