The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This will require an operating room staffed with a surgeon, a nurse, a scrub technician, and an anesthesia professional. If the current trend of inadequate numbers of anesthesia clinicians in the United States is not reversed, this insufficient supply will be a major problem. of the population).

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Ed Mariano

APRIL 17, 2021

Through Twitter, I was invited by Dr. Mary Brindle , pediatric surgeon and Director of the Safe Surgery Safe Systems Program at Ariadne Labs, to participate in an international collaboration to develop tools for modifying and implementing the World Health Organization’s Surgical Safety Checklist.

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Radius Anesthesia

MARCH 25, 2024

Lidocaine is an amide local anesthetic commonly used for local or topical anesthesia. 1 Nonetheless, the relative safety of this anesthetic as well as its ability to be administered via different routes has made it the most popularly used amide local anesthetic. Because of these benefits, Chu et al.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

MARCH 5, 2018

Are surgery centers safe? This column is in response the Kaiser Health News story “How a push to cut costs and boost profits at surgery centers led to a trail of deaths” published on USAToday.com this week. The article set off a firestorm of controversy in the surgery center industry. Yes, they are safe. There are always risks.

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Mepivacaine is a local anesthetic that is used to block sensation and pain during surgery, often as spinal anesthesia. It is also used in dental surgery. found that mepivacaine is superior to bupivacaine in hip arthroplasty (joint surgery of the hip). Research conducted by Schwenk et al.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

APRIL 28, 2024

Awareness during anesthesia is a rare but profoundly distressing condition that can occur when a patient becomes conscious during surgery and has recall of their surroundings or events related to the operation. One of the most effective methods for preventing awareness is the careful monitoring of depth of anesthesia.

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

MARCH 4, 2024

For patients with restless leg syndrome undergoing anesthesia, the involuntary leg movements and discomfort can pose challenges for anesthesiologists, requiring specialized techniques and considerations to ensure safe and effective anesthesia administration.

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Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

APRIL 8, 2023

Despite its negative associations, recent research has shown promising potential for the drug in the treatment of mental health conditions such as depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For general anesthesia, the usual dose of ketamine is 1-2 mg/kg of body weight.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

MAY 13, 2020

An important question for many Americans is, “Is it safe for me to have surgery during this COVID pandemic?” The main questions as to whether a hospital or an ambulatory surgery center can resume elective surgery as of May 2020 are: What is the incidence of COVID-19 in your geographic area? It depends.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Cardiovascular surgery is one of the most complex and high-stakes fields in medicine. Their role is crucial for ensuring a smooth operation, but what exactly do they do, and why are they so essential in cardiovascular surgeries? What is a Surgical Assistant’s Role in Cardiovascular Surgery?

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

APRIL 1, 2024

1 Originally developed for patients with hemophilia undergoing oral surgery, TXA is now also administered to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding, treat trauma patients at risk for hemorrhage, and to preoperatively minimize the need for blood transfusions during surgery. The American Journal of Surgery, vol. 3, 1996, pp. Ekbäck, G.,

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 17, 2024

I’m writing this review to inform anesthesia providers and laypersons regarding developments in the field of anesthesiology. Vladimir Nekhendzy, Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology and Otolaryngology, Stanford University School of Medicine, and Past President of the Society for Head and Neck Anesthesia, is the inventor of the Spiro device.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

You’re a 55-year-old man with hypertension, scheduled for surgery for a right colon removal for colon cancer. How likely is your death within 30 days after surgery? Your 30-day morality following this inpatient surgery is 1.2%. What can we do to improve myocardial injury after noncardiac surgery?

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

MAY 6, 2024

Abdominal nerve blocks are a specialized technique in regional anesthesia targeting the nerves in the abdominal wall, providing effective pain relief for various abdominal surgeries. This block effectively numbs the anterolateral abdominal wall, making it suitable for surgeries involving these regions.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

APRIL 27, 2024

The potential implications of prenatal exposure to anesthesia have become a topic of significant scientific inquiry and clinical concern. These studies have found links between prenatal anesthesia exposure and a range of behavioral disorders in children, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and learning disabilities.

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Platinum Meidcal Staffing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Operating Room (OR) nurses, also known as perioperative nurses, play an essential role in surgeries. They are responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, assisting surgeons, and ensuring patient safety throughout the surgical process. and Virginia.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

JANUARY 18, 2024

These anesthetics are administered through inhalation, allowing for rapid onset and precise control over the depth of anesthesia. Desflurane is a newer volatile liquid that has gained attention for its low blood-gas solubility, allowing for a rapid onset and offset of anesthesia.

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Salem Anesthesia

MARCH 5, 2024

Anesthesia is a critical component of medical procedures, ensuring that patients undergo surgeries and interventions with minimal pain and discomfort. However, several myths surround the use of anesthesia, leading to misconceptions and concerns among individuals. Myth: Anesthesia always leads to unconsciousness.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

JUNE 4, 2024

The reasons for low OR utilization rates are multifactorial, yet they often trace back to ineffective pre-anesthesia testing processes. Failing to collect, communicate, and distribute pre-surgical information impacts each team involved with a surgery, from surgeons and anesthesiologists to clinical support staff and administrators.

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Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

JULY 1, 2024

The practice of anesthesia involves the administration of powerful drugs to induce unconsciousness, manage pain, and support vital functions during surgery. Despite advancements in technology and clinical practices, anesthesia-related incidents can and do occur.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JULY 11, 2019

Sixty-six percent of surgeries in the United States take place as an outpatient , and many of these surgeries are performed at freestanding facilities distant from hospitals. Her breathing tube had been removed, but she developed upper airway obstruction in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and needed urgent reintubation.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

JANUARY 25, 2024

Regardless of what direction your ASC takes to bring surgeons on board, they should have a proven track record in outpatient surgery or prior experience in an ASC. Related read: Anesthesia workforce shortages and how to navigate them 2. Related read: Anesthesia workforce shortages and how to navigate them 2.

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Sullivan Healthcare Consulting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

If your portfolio is looking for an acquisition positioned to leverage emerging trends in healthcare and deliver sustainable growth, investing in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) could be the perfect fit. With rising anesthesia costs and stagnating reimbursements, ASCs’ margins are thinner than they were even five years ago.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

MAY 28, 2024

Primary Consultant Anesthesiologist The “Preoperative Evaluation” chapter in our Bible, Miller’s Anesthesia , is 80 pages long—one of the longest chapters in the book. It’s almost June, and hundreds of anesthesia residents are about to graduate from residency programs. Read on and I’ll explain why. His clinic resulted in 87.9%

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JULY 6, 2023

This column will help you find the top 10 anesthesia journals. There are multiple fine journals in our specialty, but in my opinion the top 10 periodical anesthesia publications for clinical information follow below. Note that 2 of the top 4 publications did not even exist when I began my anesthesia training in 1984.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JUNE 2, 2021

“I’m going to have surgery to have my gall bladder out. How long will the anesthesia last?” The query “How long does general anesthesia last?” is a common question before surgery. Modern anesthetics wear off quickly after surgery, but the answer to your question is “It depends.” THE TYPE OF SURGERY YOU HAD.

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DFW Anesthesia Professionals

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Inhaled anesthetics are a class of drugs used in surgery to induce and maintain general anesthesia. These agents are diverse, each with unique properties, advantages, and disadvantages, making them suitable for different types of surgeries and patient populations. However, inhaled anesthetics also have disadvantages.

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Salem Anesthesia

JUNE 12, 2023

They play a crucial role in healthcare by ensuring patient safety and comfort before, during, and after surgical procedures. CRNAs received specialized training that is critical in surgeries and healthcare. Anesthesia is a vital tool in modern medicine and CRNAs serve as experts in providing this medical service to patients.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Who is responsible for your safety before, during, and after your surgery? The word “perioperative” means “around the time of surgery.” It’s officially defined as the 30-day time period following surgery. Note this data was for inpatient surgeries. Who will take care of you before, during, and after YOUR surgery?

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2017

You utilize the current multimodal strategies for operating room anesthesia and postoperative pain reduction, including an ultrasound-guided adductor canal block with 0.5% You utilize the current multimodal strategies for operating room anesthesia and postoperative pain reduction, including an ultrasound-guided adductor canal block with 0.5%

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The Anesthesia Consultant

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Richard Novak, an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology at Stanford University Medical Center, is available for anesthesia expert witness consultation. 2002 to Present Lecturer, Mock Code , Waverley Surgery Center, Palo Alto, CA. 2002 to Present Lecturer, Mock Code , Waverley Surgery Center, Palo Alto, CA.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The Stanford group published the academic article “Emergency Manual Uses During Actual Critical Events and Changes in Safety Culture From the Perspective of Anesthesia Residents: A Pilot Study” in 2016, and “Clinical Uses and Impacts of Emergency Manuals During Perioperative Crises” in 2020. What Are the Common Anesthesia Medications?

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The Anesthesia Consultant

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

One goal of theanesthesiaconsultant.com is to make the practice of anesthesia safer. The practice of anesthesia on healthy patients is quite safe, but we want to do everything we can to avoid preventable errors. The safety of anesthesia on ASA I and II patients has been compared to the safety record of commercial aviation.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

AUGUST 17, 2020

As the surgery is ending, her blood pressure skyrockets to 220/160 and her pulse rate rises to 165 beats per minute. The report recommended that instead of blaming individuals, to instead prevent future errors by designing safety into the system. Case study #2020: A healthy 48-year-old woman is anesthetized for a hysterectomy.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JULY 2, 2018

What should you do if your 2-year-old son or daughter requires surgery and anesthesia? Discuss with parents, caregivers, and pregnant women the benefits, risks, and appropriate timing of surgery or procedures requiring anesthetic and sedation drugs.” Should you consent to proceed? Should you wait until he or she is 3 years old?

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The Anesthesia Consultant

JANUARY 29, 2020

The February 2020 edition of Anesthesiology , our specialty’s preeminent journal, published an article on robotic anesthesia. 1 The accompanying editorial by Dr. Thomas Hemmerling was titled “Robots Will Perform Anesthesia in the Near Future. ” robotic) anesthesia is at least as good as the best human anesthesia.

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The Anesthesia Consultant

APRIL 30, 2024

IN ROUGHLY CHRONOLOGIC ORDER: • THE HEART-LUNG MACHINE AND OPEN HEART SURGERY. The heart-lung machine made coronary artery bypass surgery and open heart surgery possible. The invention of the cardiopulmonary bypass pump, or heart-lung machine, allowed blood to bypass the heart during surgery.

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