Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast

In this 114th episode I welcome Dr. Jerry Stonemetz to the show to discuss the business side of Anesthesiology. Specifically we discuss billing, compliance, contract negotiation and Jerry’s thoughts on where the industry is heading. Slides are here:Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 113th episode I welcome Dr. David Mintz back to the show to discuss anesthesia for intracranial aneurysm clipping. References: Chapter 13 Anesthetic management of cerebral aneurysm surgery in Cottrell and Young, Neuroanesthesia https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25014255Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Christina Miller, an expert in anesthesia for Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), dives into the historical evolution of ECT and its effectiveness in treating severe depression. She discusses essential anesthetic strategies and protocols, emphasizing the importance of patient safety during the procedure. The interplay of hyperventilation and recovery is also explored, alongside the role of adjunct medications for optimal outcomes. Through her insights, Dr. Miller highlights the critical collaboration between anesthesiologists and psychiatrists in managing complex patient needs.

In this 111th episode I welcome Dr. Zandy Hillel to the show. Dr. Hillel is an otolaryngologist here at Johns Hopkins and we discuss tracheostomies, Cricothyrotomies, laryngeal surgery and difficult airways. References: Crichothyrotomies: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30054081 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30726035 Difficult Airway Response Teams: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26086513Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 110th episode I welcome Justin Harvey to the show. Justin is a financial planner with an interest in helping anesthesiologists and pain specialists make the best possible financial choices. We discuss financial planning, managing loan repayment, and investing. Justin’s email: Justin@quantifiplanning.com Justin’s podcast: AnesthesiaSuccess.com Justin’s financial planning company: www.quantifiplanning.com XY Planning network: https://www.xyplanningnetwork.com … Continue reading "Episode 110: Financial Planning For Healthcare Providers With Justin Harvey"Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 109th episode we pick up where we left off in episode 108 and discuss the intraoperative use of non-opioid adjuncts. References: Wick EC, Grant MC and Wu CL. Postoperative Multimodal Analgesia Pain Management With Nonopioid Analgesics and Techniques A Review. JAMA Surg. 2017;152(7):691-697. Bahr MP, Williams BA. Esmolol, Antinociception, and Its Potential Opioid-Sparing … Continue reading "Episode 109: Non-Opioid Adjuncts with Drs. Grant and Bicket part 2"Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 108th episode I welcome Dr. Mike Grant and Dr. Mark Bicket to the show to discuss various non-opioid adjuncts such as esmolol, ketamine, dexmedetomidine, lidocaine, and magnesium, and the role they may play in multimodal anesthesia. In this episode, part 1, we discuss pre and post-op use. Intraop use will be discussed in … Continue reading "Episode 108: Non-opioid adjuncts with Drs. Grant and Bicket Part 1"Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 107th episode I welcome Dr. Mike Fitzsimons back to the show to discuss the topic of suicide in physicians in general and in Anesthesia providers specifically. References: Bucknill JC, Duke DH. A Manual of Psychological Medicine. London, England: John Churchill;1958 Yaghmour NA, Brigham TP, Richter T, Miller RS, Philibert I, Baldwin DC, Nasca … Continue reading "Episode 107: Suicide in Anesthesia with Mike Fitzsimons"Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this 106th episode I welcome Dr. Marius Fassbinder to the show to discuss the use of hydroxyethyl starches. References: 1. Woodcock, T. E. & Woodcock, T. M. Revised Starling equation and the glycocalyx model of transvascular fluid exchange: an improved paradigm for prescribing intravenous fluid therapy. British Journal of Anaesthesia 108, 384–394 (2012). 2. … Continue reading "Episode 106: Hydroxyethyl Starches with Marius Fassbinder"Our Sponsors:* Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50offAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Steve Frank, expert in blood management, shares insights on 'bloodless' surgeries for patients who refuse transfusions. Topics include religious perspectives on blood transfusions, strategies to increase blood reserve before surgery, and ethical considerations with Jehovah's Witnesses.