October 17, 2018
2018 John W. Severinghaus Lecture on Translational Science: Mixed research methods help improve patient health and safetyKaren B. Domino, M.D., M.P.H., presents the 2018 John W. Severinghaus Lecture on Translational Science.Read More
Recognizing differences in pain perceptionNot all patients with pain are the same. But what makes them different? Two pain medicine experts addressed that question in Tuesday’s session “Pain Perception and Treatment: We Are Not All the Same.” Read More
To tweet or not to tweetThe use of social media has increased dramatically over the past decade, with about 70 percent of U.S. adults using at least one social media site. Should physicians join the social media bandwagon? What’s in it for them and their patients? Read More
Large group consolidation enjoys a healthy debateDoes large group consolidation benefit anesthesiology as a specialty? Read More
Question of the Day: What new idea will you take back to your practice?“I just came from the Committee on Communications meeting and discovered the “When Seconds Count” toolkit to educate patients at the point of care. I don’t have to think, because the toolkit does it for me. I did not know about this tool. I can’t wait to use it myself and tell others about it.”Read More
Anesthetic management of patients with acute aortic syndromesOn-call anesthesiologists must know the types of general and acute cardiovascular aortic emergencies they are likely to encounter and how to optimize perioperative management to improve outcomes. Read More
Balancing patient safety and pollution preventionHealth care is a top contributor to pollution in the world – and unfortunately, anesthesiology is a contributor as well. Read More
October 16, 2018
Workshop focuses on recommendations, devices for managing difficult airwaysCareful assessment and planning can help anesthesiologists have strategies in place before the induction of anesthesia, which saves crucial time if an emergency occurs. Read More
PSH Scholarship Program participants celebrate first-ever ASA scholarships, share successes and challengesThe PSH Scholarship Event brought together representatives from the three inaugural scholarship winners along with industry sponsors. The scholarships are the first of their kind for ASA and speak to the level of support ASA and industry leaders have extended to the PSH model.Read More
Celebration of Research honors outstanding contributors to the science of anesthesiologyLeading anesthesiologists who have dedicated their careers to scientific inquiry and the achievements they’ve brought to the specialty and practice of anesthesiology were acknowledged during Monday’s Celebration of Research. Read More
Decision-making for patients with coronary stentsAn increasing number of patients with coronary stents have a noncardiac operation each year. Approximately 5 to 15 percent of patients will present for a surgical procedure within the first year after stent placement. Read More
2018 Emery A. Rovenstine Memorial Lecture: Mentorship is a critical part of what we doIn his inspirational presentation “Mentoring the Next Generation of Leaders,” Dr. Zerwas, who is serving his sixth legislative term in the Texas House of Representatives, encouraged anesthesiologists to develop their leadership skills at a grassroots level by seeking opportunities to mentor the next generation and propel the field of anesthesiology forward within health care and their individual careers.Read More
When accidents happenHealth care remains far behind other domains and continues to embrace obsolete ideas about how accidents happen. Further, health care uses a conflicted method for investigating medical accidents, allows political forces to shape the narrative of what happened and the appropriate response, and has learned little from bad outcomes.Read More
Question of the Day: What do you do to combat physician burnout?More than half of all physicians report at least one major symptom of burnout, and anesthesiologists seem to be especially affected, with a rate of burnout higher than the mean rate for all physicians. These statistics prompted the ASA Daily News staff to ask the question:
What do you do to combat physician burnout?Read More
Update on anesthesia and stroke outcomesPerioperative anesthetic management can have profound effects on patient outcomes for those who are either at risk for stroke during noncardiac surgery or who have had acute ischemic stroke (AIS) and are having endovascular thrombectomy (EVT). Read More
The transition to perioperative medicineLeading institutions have made the shift to perioperative medicine and are sharing the lessons they have learned along the way.Read More
Surgeon champion key to ERAS, PHS adoptionEnhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) and Perioperative Surgical Home (PSH) models offer important advantages in patient outcomes, satisfaction, length of stay, cost and other measures in both adult and pediatric populations.Read More
October 15, 2018
Importing practices from Europe to improve the perioperative processTo improve the perioperative trajectory of patients, particularly for those with multiple comorbidities and increased risk for postoperative complications, the Sunday session “ESA Panel: Perioperative Medicine: Role of Anesthesiologists in Europe” spanned the globe. It showcased recent advances and programs anesthesiologists from around the world are implementing to optimize outcomes for surgical patients during the […]Read More
Managing cardiac arrest and other challenging O.R. situationsExtremely challenging situations can develop in the O.R. that affect what happens in the ICU later on. But the more familiar you are with the core tenets of ICU management, the better prepared you’ll be when challenging situations happen. Read More
Challenges in comparing MAC and GAMonitored anesthesia care (MAC) has increased exponentially over the past decade, but questions remain about its safety compared with a general anesthetic (GA). Read More
Individual interventions not enough to alleviate burnoutPhysician burnout causes a variety of physical and psychosocial symptoms that contribute to high rates of early retirement, substance abuse and suicide. Read More
Question of the Day: What do you think of ASA’s new look?Question of the Day: What do you think of ASA’s new look?Read More
ACE and SEE live: An interactive patient safety sessionA new, fast-paced, interactive panel will now offer members a convenient way to add safety CME credits. Read More
How to make leadership work in anesthesiologyBringing change and improving patient care are central to anesthesiology’s role in health care. But implementing and managing change requires leadership.Read More
Urban legends in anesthesia economicsEvidence-based arguments refute four of the most common urban legends about anesthesiology and economics.Read More
What do we know – and not know – about postoperative delirium?Postoperative delirium affects a wide range of the general surgical population and has been associated with increases in length of hospital stay, likelihood of being discharged to a rehabilitation center or nursing facility rather than home, mortality and higher cost of care.Read More
October 14, 2018
Exploring the evidence, measures to reduce surgical site infectionsSurgical site infections (SSIs) account for approximately 20 percent of all hospital-acquired infections, and nearly 60 percent of these infections are preventable. Established guidelines help reduce the rate of SSIs, but are these guidelines effective?Read More
Josh Linkner inspires anesthesiologists to be innovators“Health care is in the midst of upheaval, with new technology and trends in patient care. By applying fresh and proven approaches to innovation, anesthesiologists can drive more meaningful results and adapt to changes in the field,” said best-selling author and entrepreneur Josh Linkner.Read More
Cirrhotic patients undergoing elective surgery present unique challengesCirrhosis is on the rise in the U.S., and yet the risk of dying from the disease is less than half of what it was in 1970. Anesthesiologists will likely encounter more patients with cirrhosis presenting for elective surgery as they await a liver transplant. This may include arthroscopy, head and neck surgery, hernia repair and cardiac surgery.Read More
Preventing anesthesia-related complications in childrenKeeping children safe during anesthesia requires evidence-based knowledge of how to prevent, identify and manage anesthesia-related complications. Read More
Question of the Day: How did Josh Linkner’s remarks inspire you?Question of the Day: How did Josh Linkner’s remarks inspire you?Read More
Tips to deal with angry patients…and colleaguesExploring the latest findings in the causes, manifestations and management of anger can help anesthesiologists deal with angry patients, their families and colleagues. Read More
Creating a personal brandA personal brand helps professionals define and express their unique value. Monday’s session “Define Yourself! Your Brand Value in the Workplace” sets the framework for building brand awareness and credibility.Read More
Fast-track pathways can improve outcomes in older hip fracture patientsFast-tracking older hip fracture patients using enhanced recovery protocols and Perioperative Surgical Home care models may enable improvement in morbidity, mortality, quality of life and other outcomes.Read More
FAER-Helrich Lecture: Translating research into practiceThis year's FAER-Helrich Research Lecture spotlights translational research in anesthesiology. Read More
Multiple pathways lead to the topWhen it comes to stepping into the top leadership role in state anesthesiology associations, one path does not fit all. There are many different paths to the top.Read More
October 13, 2018
Exciting events and opportunities are a click away with Virtual Event BagAs you arrive in San Francisco for ANESTHESIOLOGY 2018, be sure to check out our first-ever Virtual Event Bag. Read More
Question of the Day: What are you most looking forward to during ANESTHESIOLOGY 2018?Question of the Day: What are you most looking forward to during ANESTHESIOLOGY 2018?Read More
Pierce lecture honors patient safety movementRobert A. Caplan, M.D., will lead this year’s honorary ASA/APSF Ellison C. (Jeep) Pierce, Jr., Patient Safety Memorial Lecture “Sharpening the Vision to Do No Harm.” Read More
Evaluate risk and strategize to reduce the need for reintubationReintubation is required relatively infrequently for most adult patients. However, certain surgical procedures and medical conditions can significantly increase the probability of reintubation. Read More
The evolution of airway managementThe success of airway management has as much to do with our willingness to turn scientific advances into medical practice as it does on medical research and development. Read More
Promoting brain health before, during and after surgeryPatients 65 and older undergoing surgery are at increased risk for developing perioperative neurocognitive disorders, including postoperative delirium (POD), with detrimental effects on their recovery. Read More
Supporting physician mental health with prevention protocolsSuicide among anesthesiologists is a major issue in this country. Male anesthesiologists are at high risk of death by suicide, potentially higher than any other physician cohort. Read More
First look at new Snap Talk formatASA will unveil Snap Talks, a new lecture format that provides a quick look at the most important elements of five different topics. Read More
The path toward leadership in anesthesiologyGiven the unique nature of anesthesiology as a specialty, anesthesiologists are well-positioned to make contributions as physician-executives in health care systems, private industry and public service.Read More
Entrepreneur anesthesiologists pitch their productsEntrepreneurial anesthesiologists will have the opportunity to pitch their best innovative, medical device and drug product ideas during “Swimming with Sharks: How Anesthesiologist Inventors Can Move Their Ideas Forward.” Read More
October 12, 2018
Welcome to ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2018!Stay in touch during ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2018 with the ASA Daily News.Read More
Keynote speaker Josh Linkner to deliver powerful call to actionOpening Session speaker Joh Linkner discusses the role physician anesthesiologists can play in disrupting the health care environment. Read More
ASA leads charge to address drug shortage crisisA shortage of injectable opioids and local anesthetics is one of the most urgent challenges facing ASA members today.Read More
A meeting of the mindsASA and AARP have joined forces to improve the brain health of older patients undergoing surgery. The two hosted the Perioperative Brain Health Initiative Summit: Innovations to Promote Brain Health Before, During and After Surgery in June to discuss the science and prevention of perioperative neurocognitive disorders (PND). Read More
Blazing the PSH trailThe PSH is a patient-centric, team-based model of care created by ASA to help meet the demands of a rapidly approaching health care paradigm that will emphasize gratified providers, improved population health, reduced care costs and satisfied patients. Read More
Hypotension: Training for improved postoperative careTo raise awareness of intraoperative hypotension, ANESTHESIOLOGY 2018 features a virtual patient safety module that gives attendees a self-directed learning opportunity to navigate three scenarios of hypotension — preoperatively, intraoperatively and postoperatively.Read More- Learn how to react in a mass casualty situation at your institutionANESTHESIOLOGY® 2018 will feature two live demonstrations to train clinicians how to react in a mass casualty situation.Read More
- Enhance your skills and compete for daily prizes at the Simul8 ChallengeThe Simul8 Challenge invites attendees to compete in video games to increase their skills and knowledge. Read More
Supporting ASA-related foundations positively impacts the specialty at largeASA supports several organizations that align with its mission to advance the practice and secure the future of anesthesiology. Read More