Authors: Mølgaard et al. Journal: Anesthesia & Analgesia published: October 2025 Summary: This randomized clinical trial evaluated whether continuous wireless vital sign monitoring with real-time alerts could improve postoperative outcomes after major noncardiac surgery. The authors note that complications occur in about one-third of patients after major surgery and are often preceded by abnormal vital […]
Read MoreAuthor: Kristin Kuchno Becker’s Hospital Review A rural Texas hospital organization has notified UnitedHealthcare of its intent to end all participation agreements over alleged unsustainable reimbursement rates. Six things to know: 1. Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals Clinically Integrated Network, representing primary care clinics and 45 rural and community hospitals across Texas, plans to […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is recruiting a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah. 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, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Certified registered nurse anesthetists now earn an average of $288,441 annually, up from $181,000 in 2019, according to Marit Health peer-reported salary data and AANA’s 2026 compensation report. This 59% increase has outpaced anesthesiologist pay growth at nearly twice the rate. In major metro markets the figure runs higher, with $310,000 in […]
Read MoreLymphotoxin-beta receptor controls the development of chronic pain Authors: Tumanov et al. Journal: Cell Reports published: April 2026 Summary: This article describes a new immune-system pathway that may help explain how acute pain becomes chronic pain. The researchers focused on the lymphotoxin-beta receptor, an immune-related receptor that appears to play an important role in sensory […]
Read MoreAuthors: Larsen et al. Journal: The European Journal of Health Economics published: April 6, 2026 Summary: This study evaluated whether artificial intelligence-assisted continuous vital sign monitoring after surgery affected healthcare costs, resource utilization, and labor market outcomes. The study was a secondary analysis of the WARD Surgical randomized clinical trial, which compared AI-assisted continuous vital […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review The No Surprises Act, implemented in 2022, was designed to shield patients from unexpected medical bills and set up an independent dispute resolution process for payers and physician groups to settle out-of-network payments. But the law has become a flashpoint among physician groups and payers alike in recent months, as some […]
Read MoreAuthors: Hvidberg et al. Journal: European Journal of Anaesthesiology published: March 10, 2026 Summary: This prospective cohort study evaluated whether PACU nurse clinical assessments improve prediction of early postoperative complications compared with commonly used discharge and warning scores. The study included 240 high-risk adult surgical patients at two PACUs in the Capital Region of Denmark. […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is expanding into Columbia, and we are building what we believe will become one of the strongest anesthesia teams in the region. We are currently recruiting both CRNAs and anesthesiologists for full-time and locums positions within a brand-new anesthesia care team model at one of Middle Tennessee’s growing hospitals. This is not a […]
Read MoreAuthors: Khanna et al. Journal: British Journal of Anaesthesia published: 2024 Summary: This narrative review discusses the importance of continuous vital sign monitoring for postoperative patients recovering on general hospital wards. The authors note that most postoperative deaths occur on general wards, often after untreated changes in vital signs. Traditional ward monitoring usually occurs only […]
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