In this episode, Dr. Avital O’Glasser, a hospitalist and expert in perioperative medicine at Oregon Health and Science University, shares cutting-edge insights into the latest 2024 ACC/AHA guidelines. She discusses when to hold ACE inhibitors, the complexities of managing obstructive sleep apnea before surgery, and why the traditional 'NPO after midnight' rule is outdated. Listeners will appreciate her take on personalized patient care, balancing cardiac risks, and the importance of effective communication in surgical environments.