In this 279th episode I welcome Dr. Phil Carullo back to the show to discuss what, exactly, an anesthesiologist does and how we fit into the perioperative experience for patients.
CME: Link
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In this 278th episode I discuss what you need to know about liver physiology for your exams.
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References: Miller’s Anesthesia 8th edition, El Sevier
In this 277th episode I welcome Dr. Gillian Isaac back for another ABA keyword episode. We discuss Adrenal Diseases and the questions you’re likely to see about them on your exams.
Correction:
When talking about Addison’s disease, we say ACTH activates melatonin release. It is actually CRH that stimulates both the release of ACTH and MSH (melanocyte stimulating hormone) which both cause the stimulation of melanocytes. These cells create melanin, not melatonin, which is responsible for the darkening of the skin.
CME: Link
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References:
www.anesthesiahub.com
Barash, P. Clinical Anesthesia 8th edition. Walters Kluwer.
In this 276th episode I welcome pediatric anesthesiologist Dr. Rita Saynhalath to the show to discuss how to manage kids presenting for surgery with a recent URI. We discuss the evidence for proceeding versus postponing, whether the type of virus matters, and how to handle COVID infections.
CME: Link
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In this 274th episode I welcome Dr. Jonathan Kay (JK) to the show to discuss perioperative hypersensitivity reactions. We focus on the diagnosis and treatment of anaphylaxis and also discuss antibiotic allergies and how to deal with the ever present allergy to PCN.
Dr. Kay is available for virtual consultations and to give Grand Rounds talks on this topic anytime. You can reach him at jkay11@mac.com.
CME: Link
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In this 273rd episode I welcome Dr. Caitlin Sutton to the show to discuss Anesthesia for fetal surgical procedures. We discuss some common procedures, how the anesthesia is done and why, what can go wrong and how to prepare, and what the future holds.
CME: Link
Dr. Sutton is on Twitter (X) @caitlindsutton and her email is cdsutton@bcm.edu. She would love to help support residents trying to decide between fellowships in peds, OB or both.
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In this 272nd episode I welcome Dr. Kinza Berical to the show to discuss her work developing support systems for mothers who practice anesthesiology. We discuss navigating pregnancy and prenatal care, breastfeeding, mentorship around pregnancy loss, IVF and childcare.
CME: Link
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Reference: Berical KA et al. Championing the Mom: The Role of a Mother’s Support Group in Academic Anesthesia Practice. A&A 2023.
In this 271st episode I welcome Dr. Gillian Isaac back to the show for another ABA keyword episode. We discuss lower extremity nerve blocks.
CME: Link
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References:
www.anesthesiahub.com
Barash, P. Clinical Anesthesia 8th edition. Walters Kluwer.
In this 270th episode I welcome Drs. Michael Douglas and Leonard Soloniuk to the show to discuss the use of dexmedetomidine in spinals, epidurals and nerve blocks.
CME: Link
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In this 269th episode I welcome Dr. Jeanna Blitz to the show to discuss the newest, most evidence based approach to preoperative assessment and optimization of patients. We discuss the use of biomarkers, alternatives to RCRI and using METS alone and assessment and optimization of frailty, nutritional status, anemia, psychological status and functional status.
CME: Link
Dr. Blitz is on Twitter (X) @Jeanna_BlitzMD
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