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Should you bother with anesthesia fellowships? Pros and cons of fellowship and why I dropped one

Amanda Xi

Today’s inane image of the day : Click on the image to watch on YouTube! The anesthesia market is HOT right now so many anesthesia residents are going straight into practice without fellowship. Even though I initially dual applied for cardiac and ICU fellowships [more on this in the video], I recognized that I was making a $1 million dollar decision to pursue an extra year of training that didn’t align with my long-term career goals… so I dropped the cardiac fellowship part.

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Baylor College of Medicine wins 2025 STAT Madness!

The Stitch

This is the second year in a row that Baylor has won the popular vote in STATs bracket-style research competition. The post Baylor College of Medicine wins 2025 STAT Madness! appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Protecting Your Surgical Career During Workplace Conflicts

Association of Women Surgeons

by Andrea L. Merrill, MD Imagine yourself several years into your first job as a surgery attending.

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A stroke, a surgery, and an advanced care team close to home

Penn Medicine

A Chester County Hospital hybrid operating team was able to save Donna Carr without sacrificing the conveniences of her home hospital.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

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May 2025 Editor-in-Chief Podcast

Anesthesiology Journal

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D., M.B.A. May 2025, Volume 142, Issue 5 Overview of May issue original studies.

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Yes, you should be strength training

The Stitch

Dr. Candace Mason explains the importance of strength training for overall health and provides examples of how to get started. The post Yes, you should be strength training appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Why is Philadelphia called the Cellicon Valley?

Penn Medicine

Bruce Levine, PhD, explains why Philadelphiathe birthplace of the breakthrough cancer treatment CAR T cell therapyis known as Cellicon Valley.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

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Featured Author Podcast: Predicting Cognitive Recovery after Cardiac Arrest

Anesthesiology Journal

Moderator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Christopher Connor, M.D., Ph.D. and Peter John Schuller, M.B.B.S., B.Sc.

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When access to hearing help isn’t equal

The Stitch

As a pediatric otolaryngologist, I’ll never forget the 7-year-old who arrived at our clinic after years without proper hearing intervention. Despite clear signs of hearing The post When access to hearing help isn’t equal appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Finding Balance in the Midst of Threats and Chaos: A Journey of Self-Care, Passion, and Community

Association of Women Surgeons

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Soon-to-be Penn MD grads map future plans near and far

Penn Medicine

Improving access to care was a common theme among Class of 2025 medical students learning their residency destinations at Match Day.

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USA Medical and Surgical Supplies

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Featured Author Podcast: Amino Acids for Renal Protection in CKD Patients

Anesthesiology Journal

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Alessandro Belletti, M.D., and Samuel N. Heyman, M.D.

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How a summer surgery program inspired Dr. Hwang’s journey into medicine

The Stitch

Dr. Lyahn Hwang reflects on her time in the Michael E. DeBakey Summer Surgery Program and how it led her to a career in medicine. The post How a summer surgery program inspired Dr. Hwangs journey into medicine appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Find Your Path: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant Careers

Pima Medical Institute

No day is the same for occupational therapy assistants (OTA) and the places they can work are unique too. Their job duties consist of helping patients of all ages and with all different types of disabilities and challenges, learn how to participate in everyday life activities. Our labs are set up to teach you the real-world skills youll need in the healthcare field.

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The tinkerer-turned-tech leader

Penn Medicine

Mitchell Schnall, MD, PhD, is using his insights from technology in radiology to solve problems and scale up changes in the health system.

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Goldfinch Health’s Billion Pill Pledge Program Highlighted by Orthopedics Journal

Goldfinch Health

Recent research published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) demonstrates that Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) pathways can dramatically reduce postoperative opioid prescriptions for orthopedic patients. The Results The study analyzed data from 100 patients (67 arthroplasty and 33 arthroscopy) treated by 11 orthopedic surgeons across 9 Iowa hospitals as part of the Billion Pill Pledge program, powered by Goldfinch Health.

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April 2025 Editor-in-Chief Podcast

Anesthesiology Journal

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D., M.B.A. April 2025, Volume 142, Issue 4 Overview of April issue original studies.

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Endometriosis and the lesser-known thoracic endometriosis syndrome

The Stitch

Baylor Medicine experts discuss thoracic endometriosis syndrome, including symptoms, treatment options and more. The post Endometriosis and the lesser-known thoracic endometriosis syndrome appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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TEN COMMANDMENTS OF ANESTHESIA

The Anesthesia Consultant

The Ten Commandments in the Old Testament of the Bible described a path toward a proper life.In anesthesia, I see commandments as guidelines for how to be a safe and excellent anesthesiologist. Based on forty years of clinical practice and administration in both community and academic anesthesiology, here are Ten Commandments of Anesthesia as I see them: Be a doctor, not a propofol technician.

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The connected, creative innovator

Penn Medicine

Nearly two decades into her tenure at Penn, Raina Merchant, MD, leads teams transforming health care for better patient, clinician, and community experiences.

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Medical Equipment Used in Post-Operative Recovery Rooms: Q&A

CME Corp

The post-operative recovery room, also known as the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), is a critical environment where patients are closely monitored following surgery. Equipped with advanced medical technology that helps safeguard against complications while patients transition from anesthesia to consciousness. From vital sign monitors to infusion pumps and respiratory support devices, each piece of equipment plays a vital role in patient stabilization and comfort.

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6 Proper Care and Handling Tips for Your Surgical Instruments

Total Scope

Proper care and handling are key to the longevity of your surgical instruments. After each procedure, you should follow a set cleaning process. Even though stainless-steel instruments are viewed as the best material, you cant assume that they are entirely corrosion-resistant. The cleaning and sanitizing process of surgical instruments is complex, so it’s important to delicately handle all instruments.

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Celebrating Match Day 2025

The Stitch

Ready? Set! Lets Match! Our fourth-year medical students learned where they will go after graduation for their residency training. The post Celebrating Match Day 2025 appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Cross-Post: High-Accuracy Augmented Reality Guidance for Intracranial Drain Placement Using a Standalone Head-Worn Navigation System: First-in-Human Results

Neurosurgery

From time to time on the Neurosurgery Blog, you will see us cross-posting or linking to items from other places when we believe they hit the mark on an issue. We wanted to bring attention to a recent publication in Neurosurgery , the official journal of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, which provides multimedia, prompt publication of scientific articles on clinical or experimental surgery topics important for the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves, reviews, and other information of intere

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The reimagineers of Penn Medicine

Penn Medicine

Penn Medicine is harnessing technology, innovation, and physician insights to make health care easier for clinicians and patients.

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5 Challenges of Implementing Operating Room Integration and How to Overcome Them

Caresyntax

Operating room (OR) integration can improve patient safety by providing real-time access to data from various sources in the OR. However, implementing OR integration can be challenging. To achieve these benefits, a comprehensive integration plan that considers all aspects of the project, including technical, data management, security, and change management aspects, is crucial.

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Scrubs to startups: Nurse entrepreneurship requires balancing passion, leadership, innovation

OR Manager

Leadership and business skills are deeply intertwinedto some, that makes nurse-led ventures a sort of natural fit. The long-standing trend has been nurses becoming entrepreneurs after retirement, but that is changing. Today, more nurses are exploring entrepreneurship while maintaining their clinical roles, a shift that is reshaping traditional career pathways.

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What we have yet to learn about traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)

The Stitch

Dr. Matthew Rasband discusses the challenges that come with traumatic brain injury research for Brain Injury Awareness Month. The post What we have yet to learn about traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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Ambulatory Surgical Center Billing: Improving Accounts Receivable

Surgical Information Systems

ASCs face complex billing challenges that can lead to claim denials, payment delays, and cash flow issues. By implementing accounts receivable best practices, leveraging modern technology, and closely monitoring performance, ASCs can improve collections, streamline revenue cycles, and better ensure complete reimbursement.

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Meet the Penn people who fix problems with tech and ingenuity

Penn Medicine

Driven by a desire to make work easier for colleagues and care better for patients, a team of developers innovates to solve health care problems.

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Overview of the Open Payment Database: What do I need to know?

Neurosurgery

The intertwining relationship between industry and medicine has been evident and ever-so apparent in recent decades. While these relationships are vital for innovation, concerns of potential conflict of interest (COI) have called into question the objectivity of scientific research and patient care. To help alleviate these concerns, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) opted to increase the transparency of physician-industry interactions.

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A Day in the Life of Nurse Injector (Aesthetic Nursing)

EARN Cares

Aesthetic Nursing: A Day in the Life Are you a nurse who loves connecting with people, solving problems, and a flexible schedule? Have you ever considered stepping into the world of aesthetic nursing? Its a unique specialty where your skills as a caregiver meet creativity, compassion, and a chance to help people feel their best. What is Aesthetic Nursing?

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Baylor Genetics marks 10th anniversary: A look back at a decade of innovation in genetic testing

The Stitch

Baylor Genetics, the clinical diagnostic laboratory joint venture between Baylor College of Medicine and H.U. Group Holdings, marks its 10-year anniversary. The post Baylor Genetics marks 10th anniversary: A look back at a decade of innovation in genetic testing appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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ASC Medical Coding and Billing: Reducing and Responding to Denials

Surgical Information Systems

Claim denials are a common but manageable challenge for ASCs. By understanding the root causes of denials, improving coding accuracy, streamlining documentation and appeals processes, and leveraging modern ASC technology, surgery centers can reduce their number of denials and further optimize revenue cycle performance. Claim denials are an unavoidable reality in the operation of any ambulatory surgery center (ASC).