Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology Published - 29 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
ASCs that rely solely on anesthesiologists report higher access

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review ASCs that rely solely on anesthesiologists report better access to anesthesia services than centers using the more common care team model, according to the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association’s third-quarter 2026 60-Second Survey, published Oct. 16. Of facilities staffed only by anesthesiologists, 88% reported adequate access to providers. Among facilities where […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 29 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Tailoring Dynamically At-Risk Airway Management in an Impacted Safety Pin

Authors K P, Talukdar B, Chandra A, et al. Cureus 18(10): e117967. doi:10.7759/cureus.117967 Abstract Sharp foreign bodies lodged in the pharynx represent an airway emergency that is more than a single fixed anatomical problem. A 13-year-old girl presented after accidental insertion of an open safety pin into the nasopharyngeal region, with the pin having a […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 29 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
A Case Report of Intraoperative Shock Following Spinal Anesthesia

Authors Sousa A, Saraiva R, Camões P, et al. Cureus 18(10): e118032. doi:10.7759/cureus.118032 Abstract Perioperative cardiovascular collapse may result from several life-threatening conditions with overlapping clinical manifestations, making the diagnosis challenging. We present a case of a 37-year-old man with morbid obesity who underwent fixation of a tibial plateau fracture. Following an uneventful ultrasound-guided femoral […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 29 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
$500,000 Anesthesiologist Opportunity in Key West — Live Where Others Vacation

At some point, a career decision becomes a life decision. This opportunity offers $500,000 in annual compensation, paid malpractice, a 1:4 call schedule, the opportunity to continue doing your own cases, and a bread-and-butter with OB practice without hearts, heads, or major trauma. But the real difference begins when the workday ends. You are in […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
CRNAs sue California over hospital staffing restrictions

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review  The California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has sued the California Department of Public Health and the Office of Administrative Law. The suit alleges that state regulations improperly bar certified registered nurse anesthetists from serving on hospital medical staff. CANA filed the complaint Oct. 1 in San Francisco County Superior Court, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Blood Management Strategies in Anemic Patients Undergoing Surgery

Authors Ajal Loueian M, Madhusuthanan A, Abucha J M, et al. Cureus 18(10): e118049. doi:10.7759/cureus.118049 Abstract Perioperative anemia is a common occurrence in patients undergoing surgery. The severity and cause of anemia can vary in different clinical settings. Anemia can complicate surgical patients and adversely affect the recovery of these individuals after surgery. Some of […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Seizure-Onset Intracerebral Hemorrhage of Undetermined Etiology in a Child

Authors Chahboun B, Majit A, Kaba O, et al. Cureus 18(10): e118204. doi:10.7759/cureus.118204 Abstract Hemorrhagic stroke is rare in children but carries a substantial risk of mortality and long-term neurological disability. Its presentation may be nonspecific, with seizures and impaired consciousness potentially mimicking infectious or metabolic disorders. We report the case of an eight-year-old girl […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Correlation of Perfusion Index and Inferior Vena Cava Collapsibility Index in Preoperative Patients

Authors Saring N, Ado P, Sanyal R Cureus 18(10): e118357. doi:10.7759/cureus.118357 Abstract Introduction: Noninvasive monitoring methods are increasingly being explored to avoid complications associated with invasive techniques in perioperative or critical care settings for optimal hemodynamic management. The perfusion index (PI) derived from pulse oximetry reflects peripheral perfusion, while the inferior vena cava (IVC)-collapsibility index […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesiologist wins $1.6M whistleblower verdict against Optum-affiliated ASC

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesiologist Ellis Richard “Rich” Clark, MD, won a $1.6 million whistleblower verdict against Northbank Surgical Center in Salem, Ore. The center fired him after he raised patient safety concerns, according to a Sept. 22 article in The Lund Report. The case is now on appeal. Dr. Clark sued Salem Surgery […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 28 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
CRNA Opportunity in Savannah TN 26 weeks off

Anesthesia Experts is recruiting a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah TN. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CRNA seeking a highly desirable schedule, excellent compensation, and the ability to practice independently as part of a three-CRNA anesthesia team. Position Highlights • Excellent salary • Malpractice insurance provided, […]

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