In this 280th episode I share the shocking and tragic news that Dr. Gillian Isaac died suddenly and unexpectedly a few weeks ago. She was an incredible human being, teacher, doctor, wife and mother. She will be missed more than I can say by more people than we can possibly count. I know that she would want us to continue with these keyword episodes that she loved doing and so I am going to try. I know they will never be the same, but they will be dedicated to her memory. Today I address the keyword of shock states and discuss the 4 types of shock and how they may be covered on your exams. I mi ..read more

In this 279th episode I welcome Dr. Phil Carullo back to the show to discuss what, exactly, an anesthesiologist does and how we fit into the perioperative experience for patients. CME: Link Random Recommendations: LLama Llama Little Lie ACCRAC in Spanish Wedding Issues ..read more

In this 278th episode I discuss what you need to know about liver physiology for your exams. CME: Link Random recs: ACCRAC in Spanish What your Food Ate Kingkiller Chronicles Regional Anesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine Youtube Channel References: Miller’s Anesthesia 8th edition, El Sevier ..read more

In this 277th episode I welcome Dr. Gillian Isaac back for another ABA keyword episode. We discuss Adrenal Diseases and the questions you’re likely to see about them on your exams. Correction: When talking about Addison’s disease, we say ACTH activates melatonin release. It is actually CRH that stimulates both the release of ACTH and MSH (melanocyte stimulating hormone) which both cause the stimulation of melanocytes. These cells create melanin, not melatonin, which is responsible for the darkening of the skin. CME: Link Random Recs: Killer Angels Smartless Arnold Schwarzenegger Interview Refe ..read more

In this 276th episode I welcome pediatric anesthesiologist Dr. Rita Saynhalath to the show to discuss how to manage kids presenting for surgery with a recent URI. We discuss the evidence for proceeding versus postponing, whether the type of virus matters, and how to handle COVID infections. CME: Link ReferencesDownload Random Recs: Backstreet Boys This American Life The Question Trap ..read more

In this 275th episode I welcome Chef Myles Snider to the show to discuss how busy professionals can cook tasty, healthy meals for themselves and their families. CME: Link Myles’ Personal Links  https://www.8020cooking.com/ https://www.instagram.com/myles.cooks/ https://www.tiktok.com/@myles.cooks https://mylescooks.substack.com/ Twitter Products I Mentioned  https://verasalt.co/ https://www.burlapandbarrel.com/ https://www.diasporaco.com/ Smith and Truslow Posts I Mentioned  https://mylescooks.substack.com/p/a-simple-technique-for-braised-meat https://mylescooks.substack.com/p/a ..read more

In this 274th episode I welcome Dr. Jonathan Kay (JK) to the show to discuss perioperative hypersensitivity reactions. We focus on the diagnosis and treatment of anaphylaxis and also discuss antibiotic allergies and how to deal with the ever present allergy to PCN. Dr. Kay is available for virtual consultations and to give Grand Rounds talks on this topic anytime. You can reach him at jkay11@mac.com. CME: Link Random Recs Ninja Nerd The Crown ReferencesDownload ..read more

In this 273rd episode I welcome Dr. Caitlin Sutton to the show to discuss Anesthesia for fetal surgical procedures. We discuss some common procedures, how the anesthesia is done and why, what can go wrong and how to prepare, and what the future holds. CME: Link Dr. Sutton is on Twitter (X) @caitlindsutton and her email is cdsutton@bcm.edu. She would love to help support residents trying to decide between fellowships in peds, OB or both. Random Recs: Adult legos Expanse Series ReferencesDownload ..read more

In this 272nd episode I welcome Dr. Kinza Berical to the show to discuss her work developing support systems for mothers who practice anesthesiology. We discuss navigating pregnancy and prenatal care, breastfeeding, mentorship around pregnancy loss, IVF and childcare. CME: Link Random Recs: Tom Lake Hello Beautiful The Morning Show Reference: Berical KA et al. Championing the Mom: The Role of a Mother’s Support Group in Academic Anesthesia Practice. A&A 2023 ..read more

In this 271st episode I welcome Dr. Gillian Isaac back to the show for another ABA keyword episode. We discuss lower extremity nerve blocks. CME: Link Random Recs: Trini Cooking with Natasha Connections References: www.anesthesiahub.com Barash, P. Clinical Anesthesia 8th edition. Walters Kluwer ..read more