Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology Published - 20 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
The pregnant and postpartum stomach

Authors: Desai N et al. European Journal of Anaesthesiology, volume 43, issue 2, February 2026, pages 103–118, This review examines gastric physiology and aspiration risk across pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period, integrating contemporary evidence with practical implications for obstetric anesthesia. The authors address long-held assumptions about the “full stomach” in pregnancy and reframe fasting, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 20 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
With 417 rural hospitals at risk of closing, Rural Health Transformation funds may be too little, too late, report warns

Author: Dave Muoio Fierce Healthcare The Rural Health Transformation Program’s (RHTP’s) $50 billion injection is “a significant step forward” for the rural health safety net but likely comes too late to reverse years of deterioration that have left hundreds of hospitals in jeopardy. That’s according to the latest annual report from Chartis on the current […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 20 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
BEST Independent CRNA Opportunity – Savannah, TN just increased salary $15,000

Hardin 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 […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 20 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Returning to Anesthesia After Burnout, Pain Management, ICU med or administrative job? We Built a Path Back

Burnout or time away in pain, ICU, or administration doesn’t erase your anesthesia training—it just requires a structured path back. For many physicians, it simply means you stepped away to regroup. We work with anesthesiologists every day who want to return to clinical anesthesia after time away in: administration or leadership roles pain medicine critical […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Intrathecal Hydromorphone Versus Intrathecal Morphine for Postcesarean Delivery Analgesia

Authors: Cheng S et al. Anesthesia & Analgesia142(1):19–27, January 2026 SummaryThis randomized, blinded noninferiority trial evaluated whether intrathecal hydromorphone provides postoperative analgesia comparable to intrathecal morphine for elective cesarean delivery. Intrathecal morphine is widely used for postcesarean analgesia but is associated with side effects and has been intermittently affected by drug shortages, prompting interest in […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
The one lever anesthesiologists say can move the workforce needle

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review As the anesthesia shortage strains OR capacity nationwide, leaders say the fastest fixes will come from expanding training while redesigning how the workforce is deployed. From keeping older anesthesiologists in meaningful roles to rethinking scheduling peaks, eight anesthesiologists joined Becker’s to discuss the changes needed to ease the workforce shortage. Editors’ note: […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
The role of preoptic area GABAergic neurons in distinctly regulating sleep and rousability under dexmedetomidine sedation in mice

Authors: Qiu G et al. Anesthesiology, January 26, 2026 SummaryThis preclinical study explores how distinct populations of GABAergic neurons in the preoptic area (POA) regulate both natural sleep–wake states and the unique, arousable sedation produced by dexmedetomidine. Using a comprehensive mouse model that combined EEG/EMG monitoring, fiber photometry, patch clamp electrophysiology, chemogenetics, and viral tracing, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Wellness Bias, Maternal Physiology, and the Hidden Drivers of Maternal Mortality: An Obstetric Perspective for Anesthesia Professionals

Authors: Martin C et al. Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Newsletter, volume 41, number 1, February 2026. SummaryThis article examines rising maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity through the lens of two underrecognized contributors: wellness bias and physiologic masking in pregnancy. The author argues that these cognitive and systems-level factors delay recognition of critical illness in […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Safety and Quality in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Authors: Lu-Boettcher Y et al. Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Newsletter, volume 41, number 1, February 2026. SummaryThis article reviews the current state of perioperative patient safety in low- and middle-income countries and highlights recent advances, persistent gaps, and practical next steps to reduce the disproportionate burden of surgical morbidity and mortality in these settings. The […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 19 February, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Returning to Anesthesia After Burnout, Pain Management, ICU med or administrative job? We Built a Path Back

Burnout or time away in pain, ICU, or administration doesn’t erase your anesthesia training—it just requires a structured path back. For many physicians, it simply means you stepped away to regroup. We work with anesthesiologists every day who want to return to clinical anesthesia after time away in: administration or leadership roles pain medicine critical […]

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