We’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreAuthors: Mark E. Bruley, CCE-R, FACCE; Jeffrey Feldman, MD, MSE, FASA Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025 Surgical fires continue to cause preventable morbidity and mortality despite educational efforts and well-established recommendations for eliminating the risk.1-6 Many medical societies and regulatory bodies recommend limiting open oxygen delivery to 30%. These […]
Read MoreAuthors: Gonzalez, Emmanuel Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology March 05, 2025. Background: Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain syndrome typically affecting a limb. It is characterized by severe spontaneous and evoked pain, along with vasomotor, autonomic, and motor signs and symptoms. Although dysregulation in several physiologic systems has been suggested in CRPS, including […]
Read MoreAuthor: Claire Wallace Becker’s ASC Review On March 21, the National Resident Matching Program released statistics for the 2025 match cycle, which began March 17. Of 43,237 total open positions, 94.1% have been filled in 2025. In addition, a majority of anesthesiology residency positions have also been filled. Here are the number of filled anesthesiology residency positions by state […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Medical malpractice insurance is essential for protecting physicians from financial and legal risks, particularly amid the rise in malpractice lawsuits, according to a March 5 article on Physicians Thrive’s website. In 2023, malpractice verdicts hit a record high. There were 57 medical malpractice verdicts of $10 million or more, with more […]
Read MoreAuthors: Li, Ru Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology March 05, 2025. | Background: General anesthetics may substantially influence endothelium function, potentially affecting outcomes of surgical patients, but their effects are unclear. Here, we studied a commonly used inhaled anesthetic, sevoflurane, and an intravenous anesthetic, propofol, on vascular endothelial permeability using multiple in vitro assays and a mouse model. Methods: […]
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 MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreAuthors: Daryl Dorsey, BS; Fekir Negussie, MPH; Elizabeth Igaga, MMed; Tyler Law, MD, MS; Michael Lipnick, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025 Pulse oximetry has long been a cornerstone of patient safety both inside and outside the operating room. However, data emerged during the COVID pandemic revealing health […]
Read MoreAuthors: Baiardo Redaelli, Martina M.D. et al Anesthesiology March 07, 2025. Background: In the PROTECTION trial (Intravenous Amino Acid Therapy for Kidney Protection in Cardiac Surgery), intravenous amino acids decreased the occurrence of acute kidney injury in cardiac surgery patients with cardiopulmonary bypass. Recruitment of renal functional reserve may be responsible for such protection. However, […]
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