Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast

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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising 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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising 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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising 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.

In this 104th episode I welcome Dr. Pam Lipsett to the show to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis. References: Sepsis-3 guidelines from JAMA: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2492881 Marik Sepsis cocktail: Marik PE et al. Hydrocortisone, Vitamin C, and Thiamine for the Treatment of Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock. 2017: 151(6);1229–1238. ADRENAL trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1705835 APROCCHSS Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMoa1705716 SEPSISPAM Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1312173Our 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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, Dr. Eva Ritzl and Dr. Alyson Russo discuss intraoperative neuromonitoring, including the techniques of INM and the measurements of evoked potentials. They explore factors affecting neuromonitoring signals, neural monitoring techniques in neurosurgical procedures, and the importance of teamwork and collaboration. The episode also touches on using a BIS monitor for depth of anesthesia monitoring during spine surgery.

In this 102nd episode I welcome Dr. Dan Lowenstein to the show.  Dr. Lowenstein is a professor of Neurology and the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost at University of California San Francisco (UCSF).  We discuss his lessons and advice for how to be successful professionally and personally. The Three Marriages book: http://www.davidwhyte.com/the-three-marriages/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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cardiac surgery expert, Dr. Stephen Freiberg, discusses coming off bypass in cardiac surgery. Topics include understanding cardiopulmonary bypass, vasoconstrictors, vasodilators, and controlling cardiac index. Preparations for coming off bypass, optimizing oxygen levels, and listener engagement are also covered.

In this 100th episode I respond to questions, both clinical and personal, from ACCRAC listeners.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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, episode 99, I welcome Dr. Mike Fitzsimons from MGH to the show to talk about substance abuse in anesthesia providers and his recent article in Anesthesiology detailing their program to decrease rates of abuse. References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30020101  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/accrac50off* Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as we get confirmation from client for a great deal: https://truelearn.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy