Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast

In this episode, episode 98, I discuss the BICAR-ICU trial and what it tells us about using sodium bicarbonate to treat metabolic acidosis. References: BICAR-ICU Trial: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29910040 BICAR-ICU Editorial: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29910039 Forsythe: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10631227 Sabatini: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18322160 Pulmcrit post: https://emcrit.org/pulmcrit/bicar-icu/  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 97, I discuss how to optimize your wakeup at the end of an anesthetic.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. Nick Dalesio, director of the pediatric difficult airway program at Johns Hopkins, dives into the complexities of managing challenging airways in children. He discusses the innovative Pediatric DART program that enhances teamwork between anesthesiology and otolaryngology. The podcast reveals tailored strategies for addressing anticipated difficulties, like fiberoptic intubation. Dalesio also explains advanced techniques and the critical need for structured algorithms to handle emergencies, stressing the importance of effective collaboration in pediatric anesthesia.

In this episode, episode 95, I interview James Prudden, editorial director at Anesthesiology News, on the floor of the ASA conference in San Francisco.  We discuss the coverage of the field of anesthesiology, how providers can contribute, and how to get your work considered for coverage. James can be reached at Jprudden@mcmahonmed.comOur 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 94, I welcome Clint Burns to the show.  Clint received a liver transplant in 1994, then went on to go to nursing school, have 4 children, be an ICU nurse, and he now runs the organ and tissue donation program here at Johns Hopkins.  We discuss his story, the process of … Continue reading "Episode 94: Organ Donation with Clint Burns"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 the episode, episode 93, I welcome Dr. Tom Metkus back to the show to discuss perioperative considerations for CABG surgery. References: Syntax Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa0804626 STICH Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1100356 ROOBY Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa0902905 CORONARY Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1200388 PREVENT IV Trial: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16287955 ART Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1610021Our 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 92, I welcome Dr. Sapna Kudchadkar to the show to discuss her PICU Up program for early mobility in the PICU.  We discuss the benefits of early mobility in general and specifically with pediatric patients, how she started her program, and what has led it to be so successful. Dr. Kudchadkar … Continue reading "Episode 92: Early Mobility in the PICU with Sapna Kudchadkar"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. Tom Metkus discusses how we risk-stratify patients for non-cardiac surgery. Topics include perioperative cardiac evaluation, risk assessment and patient management, stent considerations, stress tests for perioperative evaluation, and future topics. The speakers also express gratitude for listeners and encourage support for the podcast.

In this episode, episode 90, I discuss best practices for preoperative management of adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Outline by April Liu: Episode 90 References: Gross JB et al. Practice Guidelines for the Perioperative Managementof Patients with OSA. Aneshtesiology 2014: 120(2): 1-19 Chung F, et al. STOP-Bang Questionnaire: A practical Approach to Screen for … Continue reading "Episode 90: OSA"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 89, I welcome Dr. Bonnie Gatson to the show.  She is a veterinary anesthesiologist and we discuss her training, the differences and similarities between human and animal anesthesia, and the benefits of working together.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