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Perioperative Profiles is a new series on TopMedTalk. We aim to continue to release a profile each month, spotlighting the professional — and personal — journeys of leading perioperative practitioners and researchers. Each month we talk to a prominent figure in perioperative medicine, exploring how they came into the field, what shaped their careers, key challenges and successes, and how their work has contributed to evidence-based perioperative practice. Steven Shafer is a world renowned Emeritus Professor of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Stanford University Medical Center. In this episode of Top Med Talk, recorded live at ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2025, Andy Cumpstey and Kate Leslie discuss Dr. Shafer's incredible career in anesthesia. Hear about the journey from software engineering to being a pivotal figure in anesthetic pharmacology and becoming involved in a trial involving one of the world's most iconic pop stars. Shafer speaks about his groundbreaking work in drug research, the mentorship of Donald Stanski, and his pride in the achievements of his fellows. The episode also delves into his tenure as the editor-in-chief of Anesthesia & Analgesia, uncovering major fraudulent research cases, and culminates with his expert testimony in the highly publicized Michael Jackson case. A blend of professional insights and personal stories, highlighting the challenges and triumphs in the field of anesthesia. If you enjoyed this piece why not explore TopMedTalk's archive? We have over 2000+ unique podcasts covering the last seven years of perioperative medicine news and research. Start with one of these from the Perioperative Profiles series: Paul Myles: TopMedTalk: Perioperative Profiles, Paul Myles Ramani Moonesinghe: TopMedTalk: Perioperative Profiles, Ramani Moonesinghe Kate Leslie: TopMedTalk: Perioperative Profiles - Kate Leslie Monty Mythen: TopMedTalk: Perioperative Profile Monty Mythen
In today's episode, we sat down with Julia Rotow, MD, and Gavitt Woodard, MD, to talk through recent updates to the perioperative non–small cell lung cancer treatment paradigm.
Updated Guidelines for Perioperative Cardiovascular Management for Noncardiac Surgery Guest: Michael Cullen, M.D. Host: Kyle Klarich, M.D. This episode of Mayo Clinic's “Interviews With the Experts” reviews the assessment of patients with known or suspected cardiovascular disease undergoing noncardiac surgery. Dr. Michael Cullen discusses recommendations from 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative guidelines regarding medication management before and after noncardiac surgery, including recommendations for antiplatelet therapy and bridging anticoagulation. Finally, he highlights new recommendations in the recent 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative guidelines and compare these guidelines to the 2022 European Society of Cardiology perioperative guidelines. Topics Discussed: How should clinicians approach the assessment of a patient prior to noncardiac surgery? How should physicians and APPs manage cardiac medications around the time of noncardiac surgery? What are some of the new recommendations in the 2024 ACC/AHA guidelines for perioperative management prior to noncardiac surgery? How do the 2024 ACC/AHA perioperative guidelines differ from the 2022 ESC noncardiac surgery guidelines? Connect with Mayo Clinic's Cardiovascular Continuing Medical Education online at https://cveducation.mayo.edu or on Twitter @MayoClinicCV and @MayoCVservices. LinkedIn: Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular Services Cardiovascular Education App: The Mayo Clinic Cardiovascular CME App is an innovative educational platform that features cardiology-focused continuing medical education wherever and whenever you need it. Use this app to access other free content and browse upcoming courses. Download it for free in Apple or Google stores today! No CME credit offered for this episode. Podcast episode transcript found here.
Guest: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Mariam Alexander, MD, PhD Guest: Jessica S. Donington, MD, MSCR The 2025 European Society for Medical Oncology Congress and World Conference on Lung Cancer revealed significant updates in non-small cell lung cancer care. Learn more as Drs. Gerard Silvestri, Mariam Alexander, and Jessica Donington review new data on EGFR- and ROS1-targeted therapies, perioperative immunotherapy, and multidisciplinary strategies to expand resectability in stage III non-small cell lung cancer. Dr. Silvestri is a pulmonologist and the Hillenbrand Professor of Thoracic Oncology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Alexander is an Assistant Professor of Medical Oncology at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Donington is a Professor in Surgery and Chief of the Section of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Chicago. This program is produced in partnership with the American College of Chest Physicians and is sponsored by AstraZeneca.
In this episode of The Cardiac Recovery Room, moderator Vicki Morton, Director of Clinical and Quality Outcomes at Providence Anesthesiology Associates in North Carolina, USA, spoke with Alexander Gregory, a cardiovascular anesthesiologist and assistant professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, and the Libin Cardiovascular Institute at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Canada, and Dr. V. Seenu Reddy, a cardiothoracic surgeon at HCA's TriStar Cardiovascular Surgery in Nashville, Tennesee, USA, about the 10 things they hate about Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS). Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:38 Overcomplication 05:29 Simple Barriers 08:54 Change Obstructionists 10:52 Status Quo 12:49 Messing with Protocol 14:21 Giving Up on Protocol 16:48 Need for Patient-Reported Outcomes 19:18 Struggle Into Cardiac Subspecialty 21:30 Takeaways The goal of this discussion was to identify specific challenges and propose potential solutions. They emphasize the importance of having two leaders—a champion and a co-champion—to effectively guide ERAS initiatives. Additionally, they discuss creating standing orders and issues related to microbarriers and resistance to change. They also highlight the need for customization of protocols, acknowledging the differences between surgeons who utilize ERAS and those who do not, as well as the tendency to maintain the status quo. Patient perspectives are another key focus, with a call to implement changes that enhance tracking and monitoring of patient outcomes. Furthermore, they explore the role of technology designed for patients, as well as applying ERAS principles to surgeries that fall “outside of the box.” The Cardiac Recovery Room is the place to hear the conversations colleagues are having after the meetings. Each month, a new episode will be released featuring a leadership panel from the ERAS Cardiac Society. Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
In this episode, Dr. Erich G. Anderer, Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery and Surgical Director of Perioperative Services at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, joins the podcast to discuss the latest advancements shaping spine care. He shares his perspective on the rapid evolution of robotic technology, strategies clinicians can use to help patients avoid surgery when appropriate, and how to address today's growing “information culture” and misinformation challenges. Dr. Anderer also highlights where he expects to see the most meaningful growth in spine care over the next one to two years.
Featuring perspectives from Dr Justin F Gainor, Dr Corey J Langer and Dr Misty Dawn Shields, moderated by Dr Stephen "Fred" Divers, including the following topics: Introduction (0:00) Targeted Therapy for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) — Dr Gainor, MD (5:32) Case: A woman in her mid 60s with ALK-mutant metastatic adenocarcinoma of the lung (PD-L1 TPS 70%) — Zanetta S Lamar, MD (17:59) Case: A woman in her mid 80s with EGFR exon 19-deleted adenocarcinoma of the lung with recurrence after 4 years of osimertinib — Jennifer Yannucci, MD (27:53) Case: A woman in her late 60s with HER2-mutant metastatic adenocarcinoma of the lung — Brian P Mulherin, MD (39:41) Case: A man in his early 70s with locally recurrent squamous cell carcinoma of the lung and a MET exon 14 skipping mutation — Sean Warsch, MD (46:39) Case: A woman in her early 70s with ROS1-mutant metastatic adenocarcinoma of the lung that responds to entrectinib and then to pembrolizumab/carboplatin/pemetrexed administered upon disease progression — Dr Yannucci (52:44) Nontargeted Therapy for NSCLC; Small Cell Lung Cancer — Dr Langer (58:16) Neoadjuvant, Perioperative and Adjuvant Anti-PD-1/PD-L1 Antibody-Based Approaches for Patients with Localized NSCLC — Dr Shields (1:14:14) Case: A man in his mid 60s with localized adenocarcinoma of the lung who receives neoadjuvant cisplatin/pemetrexed/pembrolizumab and achieves a pathologic complete response — Dr Mulherin (1:23:19) Case: A man in his early 60s with metastatic mixed adenosquamous NSCLC (PD-L1 TPS 50%) — Sunil Babu, MD (1:30:04) Case: A man in his late 50s diagnosed with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who receives carboplatin/etoposide/durvalumab — Dr Warsch (1:34:07) CE information and select publications
In this episode, Dr. Erich G. Anderer, Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery and Surgical Director of Perioperative Services at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, joins the podcast to discuss the latest advancements shaping spine care. He shares his perspective on the rapid evolution of robotic technology, strategies clinicians can use to help patients avoid surgery when appropriate, and how to address today's growing “information culture” and misinformation challenges. Dr. Anderer also highlights where he expects to see the most meaningful growth in spine care over the next one to two years.
In this episode, Dr. Erich G. Anderer, Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery and Surgical Director of Perioperative Services at NYU Langone Hospital–Brooklyn, joins the podcast to discuss the latest advancements shaping spine care. He shares his perspective on the rapid evolution of robotic technology, strategies clinicians can use to help patients avoid surgery when appropriate, and how to address today's growing “information culture” and misinformation challenges. Dr. Anderer also highlights where he expects to see the most meaningful growth in spine care over the next one to two years.
In dieser Folge sprechen wir über das perioperative Bridging bei Patientinnen und Patienten nach viszeralchirurgischen Eingriffen. Diese Analyse mit einem viszeralchirurgischen Patientenkollektiv bestätigt Ergebnisse der hochrangig publizierten Bridge-Studie (Douketis et al. 2015), in welcher ein therapeutisches Bridgen mit vermehrten Blutungsepisoden assoziiert war und ein Nicht-Bridgen nicht mit erhöhten thrombembolischen Ereignissen einherging.Moderation: Felix RühlmannGast: PD Tobias TichelbäckerBesprochene Publikation:Lock JF, Ungeheuer L, Borst P, Swol J, Löb S, Brede EM, Röder D, Lengenfelder B, Sauer K, Germer CT. Markedly increased risk of postoperative bleeding complications during perioperative bridging anticoagulation in general and visceral surgery. Perioper Med (Lond). 2020 Nov 23;9(1):39. doi: 10.1186/s13741-020-00170-4. PMID: 33292504; PMCID: PMC7682086.
Andy Cumpstey and Kate Leslie welcome Professor Monty Mythen to his Perioperative Profile. Recorded at the 2025 Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) meeting in Dingle, Ireland. Monty discusses his fascinating career, from his childhood in London to becoming Professor of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care at University College London. He notes his involvement in founding EBPOM and his role at BD Advanced Patient Monitoring. The conversation covers Monty's groundbreaking research on gut perfusion and multiple organ failure, his high-altitude research expeditions to Mount Everest, and his transition to a role in the healthcare industry. He shares insights on the intricate process of medical device approval. The episode is a deep dive into the experiences and achievements of a leading medical mind.
In this inaugural episode of CTSNet's new podcast, The Cardiac Recovery Room, moderator Dr. Daniel Engelman, Medical Director of the Cardiac Surgical Critical Care & Inpatient Services at Baystate Health, Professor of Surgery at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School—Baystate, and President of the ERAS Cardiac Society, spoke with Drs. Rakesh Arora, Director of Perioperative and Cardiac Critical Care and Research Director in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, and Michael C. Grant, Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, about cardiac surgery myths. Chapters 00:54 Are There Myths? 02:49 Applying Non-Cardiac Surgery Data 04:52 Reducing NPO, Diabetes Carb-Load 08:17 Postop, Crystalloid Volume 10:31 Bicarb Usage 12:10 Hematocrit & Hemoglobin 14:53 Bronchoscopy for Early Extubation 18:54 Routine X-Rays 22:19 Lactates 24:48 Sleeplessness & Delirium 31:14 Final Thoughts They discuss important topics such as the rationale for reducing nothing by mouth (NPO) guidelines, NPO after midnight, and the implications of carbohydrate loading for patients with type 1 diabetes. They examine critical issues of volume resuscitation, comparing the use of albumin vs crystalloids, as well as bicarb usage. Additionally, they evaluate hematocrit and hemoglobin levels, questioning whether specific thresholds should be established. The conversation also covers bronchoscopy for early extubation, inline suctioning for a bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), and the necessity of daily chest x-rays following cardiac surgery. Furthermore, they address topics such as lactates, sleep aids, and delirium. The Cardiac Recovery Room is the place to hear the conversations colleagues are having after the meetings. Each month, a new episode will be released featuring a leadership panel from the ERAS Cardiac Society. Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
This episode examines how low-load Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training can enhance outcomes during Phase 2 of ACL reconstruction rehabilitation. Building on Part 1—which covered pre-operative and acute post-operative strategies—this instalment focuses on integrating BFR into early strengthening when high mechanical loads are still contraindicated. Key findings from several clinical trials demonstrate that BFR can: • Improve early quadriceps strength recovery compared with traditional low-load rehabilitation. • Produce hypertrophy comparable to heavy-load training but with much lower joint stress. • Reduce pain, swelling, and functional deficits during the early post-operative period. • Assist with restoring long-term limb symmetry, even months after surgery, through modalities such as BFR walking. Together, these studies highlight BFR as a valuable adjunct in ACL rehabilitation, particularly when protecting the graft and surrounding joint structures while still driving meaningful physiological adaptation.
In this episode, host Ken Segel talks with Donise Musheno, Vice President of Perioperative Services at Lancaster General Hospital (Penn Medicine), about leading large scale operational transformation through trust, culture, and systems thinking. When she began, her team faced a 30% instrument defect rate and 9% case delays, issues that undermined efficiency and morale. By focusing first on relationships and trust, then simplifying priorities around quality and efficiency, Donise helped her team achieve dramatic improvements: defects dropped to 4% and delays to less than 0.2%. She emphasizes real time problem solving, transparent data, and empowering frontline leaders to test and learn quickly. The conversation highlights how building culture first enables sustainable excellence, turning crisis into collaboration and measurable, lasting results.
Please visit answersincme.com/CAY860 to participate, download slides and supporting materials, complete the post test, and obtain credit. In this activity, an expert in melanoma discusses how to optimize the use of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy approaches for patients with resectable high-risk melanoma. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Recognize recurrence patterns in patients with resected high-risk melanoma and the importance of timely referral to improve recurrence-free survival; Evaluate the risk-benefit profiles of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy in patients with resectable stage IIB/C and stage III/IV melanoma; and Outline strategies to individualize the selection of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy approaches for patients with resectable stage IIB/C and stage III/IV melanoma.
Please visit answersincme.com/CAY860 to participate, download slides and supporting materials, complete the post test, and obtain credit. In this activity, an expert in melanoma discusses how to optimize the use of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy approaches for patients with resectable high-risk melanoma. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Recognize recurrence patterns in patients with resected high-risk melanoma and the importance of timely referral to improve recurrence-free survival; Evaluate the risk-benefit profiles of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy in patients with resectable stage IIB/C and stage III/IV melanoma; and Outline strategies to individualize the selection of neoadjuvant, adjuvant, or perioperative immunotherapy approaches for patients with resectable stage IIB/C and stage III/IV melanoma.
In this episode, Jaimie Weber, System Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services at Alameda Health System, discusses how her team is using AI, predictive modeling, and technology-driven workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, staff satisfaction, and patient care. She also shares insights on investing in IT infrastructure to support telehealth, cybersecurity, and the future of connected healthcare.
In this episode, Jaimie Weber, System Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services at Alameda Health System, discusses how her team is using AI, predictive modeling, and technology-driven workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, staff satisfaction, and patient care. She also shares insights on investing in IT infrastructure to support telehealth, cybersecurity, and the future of connected healthcare.
In this episode, Jaimie Weber, System Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services at Alameda Health System, discusses how her team is using AI, predictive modeling, and technology-driven workflow improvements to enhance efficiency, staff satisfaction, and patient care. She also shares insights on investing in IT infrastructure to support telehealth, cybersecurity, and the future of connected healthcare.
Andy Cumpstey interviews internationally renowned anaesthetist and researcher, Kate Leslie, Head of Research in the Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Honorary Professor at the University of Melbourne. Kate shares insights into her journey from growing up in Melbourne to leading groundbreaking research and clinical trials. We discuss her professional milestones, including her work with the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) Clinical Trials Network and the global impact of their studies. Additionally, Kate reflects on the challenges and triumphs as a woman in medicine, emphasizing the importance of resilience and personal growth. The episode also highlights Kate's recent accolades, such as the ASA Excellence in Research Award and her work as an editor for major anaesthesia publications.
UROONCO BCa chief editor Dr. Benjamin Pradere (FR) talks to Prof. Christof Vulsteke (BE) on the design and results of the phase III KEYNOTE 905/EV303 study: Perioperative (periop) enfortumab vedotin (EV) plus pembrolizumab (pembro) in participants (pts) with muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) who are cisplatin-ineligible. This interview was recorded at ESMO 2025 in Berlin, Germany. For more updates on bladder cancer, please visit our educational platform UROONCO BCa.For more EAU podcasts, please go to your favourite podcast app and subscribe to our podcast channel for regular updates: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, EAU YouTube channel.
Featuring an interview with Dr Aaron Lisberg, including the following topics: Efficacy and Safety of Datopotamab Deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) for Patients with Previously Treated EGFR-Mutated Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): A Pooled Analysis of the TROPION-Lung01 and TROPION-Lung05 Trials (0:00) Ahn M-J et al. Efficacy and safety of datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) in patients (pts) with previously-treated EGFR-mutated advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC): A pooled analysis of TROPION-Lung01 and TROPION-Lung05. ESMO Asia 2024;Abstract LBA7 Ahn M-J et al. A pooled analysis of datopotamab deruxtecan in patients with EGFR-mutated NSCLC. J Thorac Oncol 2025;[Online ahead of print]. Abstract Sacituzumab Tirumotecan for Previously Treated Advanced EGFR-Mutated NSCLC: Results from the Randomized OptiTROP-Lung03 Study (7:08) Fang W et al. Sacituzumab tirumotecan versus docetaxel for previously treated EGFR-mutated advanced non-small cell lung cancer: Multicentre, open label, randomised controlled trial. BMJ 2025;389:e085680. Abstract Zhang L et al. Sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT) in patients (pts) with previously treated advanced EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC): Results from the randomized OptiTROP-Lung03 study. ASCO 2025;Abstract 8507. Combination of Dato-DXd and Immunotherapy as First-Line Therapy for Patients with Advanced NSCLC (13:12) Cuppens K et al. First-line (1L) datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) + durvalumab ± carboplatin in advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (a/mNSCLC): Results from TROPION-Lung04 (cohorts 2 and 4). ESMO Targeted Anticancer Therapies Congress 2025;Abstract 8O. Okamoto I et al. TROPION-Lung07: Phase III study of Dato-DXd + pembrolizumab ± platinum-based chemotherapy as 1L therapy for advanced non-small-cell lung cancer. Future Oncol 2024;20(37):2927-36. Abstract Levy BP et al. TROPION-Lung08: Phase III study of datopotamab deruxtecan plus pembrolizumab as first-line therapy for advanced NSCLC. Future Oncol 2023;19(21):1461-72. Abstract Aggarwal C et al. AVANZAR: Phase III study of datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) + durvalumab + carboplatin as 1L treatment of advanced/mNSCLC. World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) 2023;Abstract P2.04-02. TROP2-Targeting Antibody-Drug Conjugates as Neoadjuvant and/or Adjuvant Therapy for Patients with Resectable NSCLC (19:08) A phase III, randomised, open-label, global study of adjuvant datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd) in combination with rilvegostomig or rilvegostomig monotherapy versus standard of care, following complete tumour resection, in participants with Stage I adenocarcinoma non-small cell lung cancer who are ctDNA-positive or have high-risk pathological features (TROPION-Lung12). NCT06564844 Cascone T et al. Perioperative durvalumab plus chemotherapy plus new agents for resectable non-small-cell lung cancer: The platform phase 2 NeoCOAST-2 trial. Nat Med 2025;31(8):2788-96. Abstract CME information and select publications
With Maura Marcucci, Clinical Institute Humanitas IRCCS, Rozzano - Italy and McMaster University, Hamilton - Canada and Mauro Chiarito, Clinical Institute Humanitas IRCCS, Rozzano - Italy and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, NYC - USA. Link to European Heart Journal paper Link to European Heart Journal editorial
Editor's Summary by Linda Brubaker, MD, and Preeti Malani, MD, MSJ, Deputy Editors of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, for articles published from October 11-17, 2025.
Janice Kelly, President of AORN Syntegrity (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) joins us to explore how Artificial Intelligence is changing nursing practice. We discuss how nurses can build trust in AI, overcome integration challenges, and use technology to deliver safer, smarter patient care. Watch the video version of this episode here. AI is transforming the operating room, from pre-op planning to post-op recovery, but what does that mean for the nurses in perioperative care? AI may be the new tool, but nursing expertise remains foundational for a safe, successful surgery. You'll learn: Why some nurses hesitate to trust AI, and how to bridge the gap Real-world examples of AI in perioperative workflows How AI supports better patient outcomes in the OR Ethical and practical considerations for AI adoption How perioperative nurses can stay current with emerging technologies Connect with Janice on LinkedIn. Find Janice's work at: https://www.aorn.org/syntegrity Subscribe and stay at the forefront of the digital healthcare revolution. Watch the full video on YouTube @TheDigitalHealthcareExperience The Digital Healthcare Experience is a hub to connect healthcare leaders and tech enthusiasts. Powered by Taylor Healthcare, this podcast is your gateway to the latest trends and breakthroughs in digital health. Learn more at taylor.com/digital-healthcare About Us: Taylor Healthcare empowers healthcare organizations to thrive in the digital world. Our technology streamlines critical workflows such as procedural & surgical informed consent with patented mobile signature capture, ransomware downtime mitigation, patient engagement and more. For more information, please visit imedhealth.com The Digital Healthcare Experience Podcast: Powered by Taylor Healthcare Produced by Naomi Schwimmer Hosted by Chris Civitarese Edited by Eli Banks Music by Nicholas Bach
Anesthesiologists (ASA), Desiree Chappell and Sol Aronson discuss the evolving economics of anesthesiology with guests Jonathon Gal, MD, Professor of Anesthesiology, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, System Medical Director- Facility Revenue Integrity & Optimization; System Medical Director- Offsite ASC Anesthesia; ASA Director from New York for the Board of Directors and Chair of the Committee on Economics and Gordon Morewood, MD, Anesthesiologist-in-Chief of Temple University Health System, Chair and Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Chief of Anesthesia at Piedmont Health (Piedmont Healthcare System, Georgia). The conversation spans various models of payment, including CPT codes, fee-for-service, and alternative payment models. They delve into the nuances of navigating different payer systems like Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers, highlighting recent trends and challenges. Specific topics include the erosion of physician payments, the impact of the No Surprises Act, and the ASA's ongoing advocacy efforts. The episode underscores the importance of proper economic strategies to ensure the sustainability and optimization of anesthesiology practices.
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At this year's Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) World Congress we sat down with Ramani Moonesinghe OBE, and had a conversation about her remarkable journey from her immigrant roots to her influential roles in perioperative and critical care. Hear about her contributions to Britain's National Health Service, her groundbreaking research, and her personal life balancing a demanding career with family. Gain insights into the future of perioperative care, health inequalities, and her thoughts on the nation's COVID-19 preparedness. Presented by Andy Cumpstey with Ramani Moonesinghe OBE, Professor of Perioperative Medicine, UCL, and Honorary Consultant in Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, UCLH, London, UK.
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In this episode, Dio Sumagaysay, Vice President of Perioperative and Multi-Specialty Procedural Services at Oregon Health & Science University, shares how his team is using iQueue for Operating Rooms' Staff Planner tool by LeanTaaS to streamline staffing across 54 operating rooms and procedural areas. He highlights the time savings, efficiency gains, and improvements in staff morale achieved through data-driven scheduling.This episode is sponsored by LeanTaaS.
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Perioperative Profiles is a new series from TopMedTalk which looks at both the professional and personal journey taken by some of the world's most innovative and successful perioperative practitioners and researchers. In this, the first of the series, Andy Cumpstey interviews Professor Paul Myles, Director of Research in the Department of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, and Head of Department at Monash University, Australia. Recorded during the Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) World Congress in London this year, hear how Paul was inspired by his mother with ambitions to become a country GP and then took a trip to the United Kingdom where he was inspired by a new vision; anesthesiologists leading practice changing research. Paul Myles discusses his early years, his initial medical training at Monash University, and the pivotal experience in the UK that steered him towards anesthesiology. Hear about his transition into research, the challenges he faced, and his significant contributions, including the establishment of multi-center trials and the ANZCA Clinical Trials Network. The discussion also touches on the balance between career and family, and the future of clinical trials with adaptive designs. The episode underscores the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and persistence in achieving success in medical research.
What we do as a perioperative team matters. Day and night, 365 days a year, we save, heal and improve the wellbeing of our patients. In the Sterile Processing department (SPD), compliance with evidence- and consensus-based standards and guidelines, as well as government regulations, is of crucial importance to our work and patient safety. In episode 132, host Casey Czarnowski talks with international healthcare expert and renowned speaker Sharon Greene-Golden who has spent her distinguished career asking questions to better understand and improve processes. Greene-Golden describes compliance as working “in accordance with the established guidelines,” and she reviews the policies and procedures, standards and regulations SPDs need to be following. She also outlines recovery strategies for teams that are falling short of compliance and discusses the meaning of surgical conscience. “We have to be willing to evolve and change with time,” asserts Greene-Golden, which is why acquiring new knowledge and keeping up with continuing education is so essential. After all, she says, “Surgery begins and ends in SPD.” Earn CE Now
Navigating the fine line between effective pain control and minimizing harm from opioid medications remains one of anesthesiology's greatest challenges. This episode dives deep into the evolving landscape of perioperative pain management, examining how clinicians can achieve the delicate balance required for optimal patient outcomes.Dr. Paul Guillod joins us to share his perspective as both an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist, highlighting how opioid-sparing techniques create opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and improved surgical recovery. We examine the substantial risks of traditional opioid-based approaches: respiratory depression, delayed bowel function, delirium, and paradoxically, opioid-induced hyperalgesia.The episode showcases promising research on multimodal analgesia strategies that target multiple pain pathways simultaneously. By combining regional anesthesia techniques with medications like NSAIDs, acetaminophen, ketamine, dexmedetomidine, and newer options like suzetrigine, clinicians can dramatically reduce opioid requirements while maintaining effective pain control. Real-world implementation of these approaches through Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols has yielded impressive results: 50% reductions in in-hospital opioid use, shortened hospital stays, and improved pain scores across multiple surgical specialties.Whether you're a clinician seeking to improve your pain management approach or simply interested in understanding how anesthesia care is evolving to address the opioid crisis, this episode offers valuable insights into creating safer, more effective perioperative experiences. Subscribe to the Anesthesia Patient Safety Podcast and join us in our commitment that no one shall be harmed by anesthesia care.For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/267-beyond-opioids-revolutionizing-perioperative-pain-control/© 2025, The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation
In this episode of Value-Based Care Insights, host Daniel Marino explores the evolving role of operating room (OR) nurse leaders within the perioperative service line. As perioperative services become an increasingly important strategic and financial focus for hospitals and health systems, the demand is growing for leaders who can combine clinical expertise with business and operational acumen. Joining the conversation is Cheryl Barratt, a seasoned healthcare consultant with over 30 years of experience in surgical services operations, system integration, and performance improvement. Cheryl discusses how perioperative nurse leaders, while strong clinically, frequently lack the training needed to manage the broader responsibilities of these roles. She shares practical insights into how organizations can support their development with leadership, financial, and strategic competencies that enable them to lead more effectively and drive long-term performance.
Host Dan Marino explores the evolving role of operating room (OR) nurse leaders within the perioperative service line. As perioperative services become an increasingly important strategic and financial focus for hospitals and health systems, the demand is growing for leaders who can combine clinical expertise with business and operational acumen. Joining the conversation is Cheryl Barratt, a seasoned healthcare consultant with over 30 years of experience in surgical services operations, system integration, and performance improvement. Cheryl discusses how perioperative nurse leaders, while strong clinically, frequently lack the training needed to manage the broader responsibilities of these roles. She shares practical insights into how organizations can support their development with leadership, financial, and strategic competencies that enable them to lead more effectively and drive long-term performance. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen
Perioperative stroke represents a rare but potentially devastating complication of anesthesia care. While occurring in less than 1% of non-cardiac surgical patients, this complication fundamentally threatens not just patient outcomes but their very identity. As Dr. Jacob Nadler poignantly notes in our podcast, "By maintaining brain health, we're preserving the essence of who our patients are—their memories, their personality, their ability to connect with friends and family."The most significant recent development in this field comes from the 2024 joint guidelines that have dramatically shortened the recommended waiting period following stroke before elective surgery. What was once a nine-month wait has been reduced to just three months based on compelling evidence from a cohort study of 5.8 million patients showing risk stabilization after 90 days. This change has profound implications for surgical planning and patient care timelines.Anesthesia professionals must be vigilant about key risk factors including advanced age, previous stroke history, renal dysfunction, and anemia. The podcast explores critical medication management considerations, particularly regarding anticoagulation protocols, alongside specific intraoperative targets for blood pressure and hemoglobin levels. For suspected perioperative stroke, rapid multidisciplinary intervention with emergent brain imaging, possible thrombolytics, and mechanical thrombectomy may be indicated.For every anesthesia professional, this episode provides essential insights to help fulfill our commitment that no one shall be harmed by anesthesia care. Subscribe on Spotify or YouTube and share with colleagues to spread this vital safety information.For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/266-protecting-the-brain-perioperative-stroke-prevention/© 2025, The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation
A revolution in pain management has arrived. The FDA's approval of Suzetrigine in January 2025 introduces the first non-opioid analgesic for moderate to severe pain in over twenty years. This breakthrough medication targets the voltage-gated sodium channel, NAV1.8, effectively blocking pain signals at their source before they reach the brain.What makes Suzetrigine remarkable is its precision. With over 30,000-fold selectivity for NAV1.8 channels, it delivers powerful analgesia without affecting the brain or heart, eliminating addiction risk, and minimizing side effects. Clinical trials involving over 2,100 patients demonstrated pain relief comparable to opioid-acetaminophen combinations but with a safety profile similar to placebo. For the more than 50% of surgical patients who experience moderate to severe postoperative pain, this non-addictive alternative represents a genuine breakthrough. Looking ahead, an exciting pipeline of additional NAV1.8 channel blockers, including intravenous formulations, promises to further transform perioperative pain management.Have you struggled with limited options for managing your patients' postoperative pain? Subscribe to the Anesthesia Patient Safety Podcast for more on groundbreaking developments like Suzetrigine that are changing how we approach patient care and safety. Leave us a review to share your thoughts on this revolutionary advance in pain management.For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/265-the-breakthrough-drug-changing-perioperative-pain-management/© 2025, The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation
Dr. Keya Locke interviews Drs. Barbara Rogers and Shobana Rajan, guest editors of the August ASA Monitor, about preoperative medication management. Listen in as they discuss the state of long-standing medication debates, consider new trends and medications, and share thoughts on why the role of anesthesiologists as pre-op physicians is increasing in importance. Recorded July 2025.
Did you know that immunotherapy has shown promise in the perioperative setting for gastric and gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma? Credit available for this activity expires: 7/11/26 Earn Credit / Learning Objectives & Disclosures: https://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/transforming-gastric-and-gej-cancer-care-perioperative-2025a1000i7e?ecd=bdc_podcast_libsyn_mscpedu
The final instalment of our series “Perioperative Pain Management” is a panel discussion where we answer the question: What are the various challenges and strategies in managing perioperative pain, particularly with regard to opioid use? The discussion covers the complexities of opioid de-escalation in preoperative periods, the benefits and risks of opioid-free anesthesia, and the use of multimodal approaches. We also touch on the coordination of patient care across multiple specialties and the impact of intraoperative practices on postoperative pain management and long-term opioid use. The session emphasizes the importance of patient education, consistent communication, and empowered collaboration among healthcare providers. The speakers on the panel are; Tim Miller, Professor of Anesthesiology at Duke University Medical Center, Fauzia Hasnie, Consultant Lead, Opioid Multidisciplinary Pain Management Clinic, Joint Lead, Combined Sickle-Opioid Virtual Multidisciplinary Clinic Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, and Esteban Salas Rezola, Specialist in Anaesthesiology, Resuscitation and Pain Therapy at Hospital General Alicante. Chaired by John Whittle, Clinical Academic working in Perioperative Translational Medicine at UCL and Honorary Consultant in Perioperative Medicine, Anaesthesia and Critical Care at University College Hospitals London. The three presentations which accompany this piece are here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/perioperative-pain-management-the-opioid-epidemic-and-opioid-reduction-strategies https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/perioperative-pain-management-opioid-reduction-service https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/perioperative-pain-management-opioid-sparing-analgesia-strategies-guided-by-nol-index
Staffing shortages and burnout have left many ORs struggling to stay efficient — but what if there was a simple solution that gave you time back while also protecting your sterile field? In today's First Case Vendor Spotlight™, we're going to learn all about this time and staff saving solution with Laurel Stebbins, Clinical Manager, and Alex Navlet, Clinical Consultant, with TIDI Products, along with Maria Candelaria, a perioperative nurse and current user of the Sterile-Z® drape. The Sterile-Z® is a game-changing drape that helps surgical teams stay efficient, compliant, and stress-free. In this discussion, we'll hear firsthand how this clear, easy-to-use drape improves workflow, reduces contamination risk, and even helps teams take a much-needed break — without compromising sterility. The Sterile-Z® line now includes options for Mayo stands and 3D imaging procedures, all designed to save time, reduce waste, and protect your setup from airborne contamination. To learn more or request a sample, visit tidiproducts.com/sterile-z and follow them on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok! #operatingroom #sterilefield #surgicalefficiency #ORNurse #scrubtech #perioperative #vendorspotlight #podcast #SterileZ
This series of talks hits upon one of the longstanding themes of TopMedTalk, opioids and opioid reduction in a perioperative setting. We discuss the opioid epidemic, the issue of persistent opioid use after surgery, and strategies for opioid reduction. Topics include historical usage, the dangers of high-dose opioids, and alternative pain management techniques such as opioid-free anesthesia and multimodal analgesia. The discussion also highlights the importance of ongoing research, patient education, and evidence-based practices to minimize the side effects of opioids while ensuring effective pain management. Presented by Tim Miller, Professor of Anesthesiology at Duke University Medical Center. Tim completed his training in Nottingham, UK followed by a fellowship in cardiothoracic anaesthesia at Glenfield Hospital, Leicester, UK. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
In this piece we look at the opioid crisis in the UK and how it has translated into clinical practice. Hear about the history and data behind opioid prescription trends, specifically highlighting the high-risk patient demographics and mortality figures associated with opioid use. Learn how a multidisciplinary approach, taken by the opioid reduction service at Guy's & St. Thomas', helps showcase early outcome data and the strategies employed in opioid weaning. Emphasizing the importance of patient engagement and personalized care we detail the clinic's processes, preparations, and long-term strategies for opioid tapering. The episode concludes with a compelling patient testimonial video reflecting the positive outcomes of the service. Fauzia Hasnie, Consultant Lead, Opioid Multidisciplinary Pain Management Clinic, Joint Lead, Combined Sickle-Opioid Virtual Multidisciplinary Clinic Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Resources: UK National Institute for Health Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines: Overview | Medicines associated with dependence or withdrawal symptoms: safe prescribing and withdrawal management for adults | Guidance | NICE US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Guideline Recommendations and Guiding Principles | Overdose Prevention | CDC
Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast
In this 311th episode I welcome Dr. Mark Nelson to the show to discuss his management aid that helps clinicians easily figure out how to handle all types of AICDs and Pacers in the perioperative period. 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. Mike Guertin, Professor of Anesthesiology and Chief Perioperative Medical Director at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, joins the podcast to reflect on the evolution of his career and the leadership lessons he's gained along the way. He discusses his experience in an MBA program and how it has shaped his approach to healthcare leadership. Dr. Guertin also sheds light on the ongoing anesthesia shortage and its implications for care delivery.
This piece focuses on strategies for opioid-sparing anesthesia guided by the NOL Index, emphasizing the variability in patient responses to opioids. The importance of monitoring nociception, using advanced devices and techniques to customize opioid dosing, reduce side effects, and confirm the effectiveness of regional anesthesia. Our presenter shares personal experiences from their professional life and case studies, illustrating the benefits and challenges of implementing multimodal and opioid-free anesthesia approaches. The talk highlights the need for individualized treatment strategies in critical care and anesthesia. Presented by Esteban Salas Rezola, Specialist in Anaesthesiology, Resuscitation and Pain Therapy at Hospital General Alicante.
Listen as we discuss the highly-awaited ESOPEC trial, which examines treatment regimens for esophageal and EGJ adenocarcinoma. Wildly impress your thoracic attendings or peers with your nuanced knowledge! FLOT who? You'll know. Pull out the paper and listen along! Learning Objectives: -Discuss the patient population in the ESOPEC trial -Discuss the main differences between the ESOPEC trial and the CROSS trial -Describe the main drawbacks between FLOT and the CROSS regimen. Hosts: Chloe Hanson MD, Brian Louie MD, and Peter White MD Referenced Material https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2409408 Hoeppner J, Brunner T, Schmoor C, Bronsert P, Kulemann B, Claus R, Utzolino S, Izbicki JR, Gockel I, Gerdes B, Ghadimi M, Reichert B, Lock JF, Bruns C, Reitsamer E, Schmeding M, Benedix F, Keck T, Folprecht G, Thuss-Patience P, Neumann UP, Pascher A, Imhof D, Daum S, Strieder T, Krautz C, Zimmermann S, Werner J, Mahlberg R, Illerhaus G, Grimminger P, Lordick F. Perioperative Chemotherapy or Preoperative Chemoradiotherapy in Esophageal Cancer. N Engl J Med. 2025 Jan 23;392(4):323-335. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa2409408. PMID: 39842010. https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1112088 van Hagen P, Hulshof MC, van Lanschot JJ, Steyerberg EW, van Berge Henegouwen MI, Wijnhoven BP, Richel DJ, Nieuwenhuijzen GA, Hospers GA, Bonenkamp JJ, Cuesta MA, Blaisse RJ, Busch OR, ten Kate FJ, Creemers GJ, Punt CJ, Plukker JT, Verheul HM, Spillenaar Bilgen EJ, van Dekken H, van der Sangen MJ, Rozema T, Biermann K, Beukema JC, Piet AH, van Rij CM, Reinders JG, Tilanus HW, van der Gaast A; CROSS Group. Preoperative chemoradiotherapy for esophageal or junctional cancer. N Engl J Med. 2012 May 31;366(22):2074-84. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1112088. PMID: 22646630. https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(18)32557-1/abstract Al-Batran SE, Homann N, Pauligk C, Goetze TO, Meiler J, Kasper S, Kopp HG, Mayer F, Haag GM, Luley K, Lindig U, Schmiegel W, Pohl M, Stoehlmacher J, Folprecht G, Probst S, Prasnikar N, Fischbach W, Mahlberg R, Trojan J, Koenigsmann M, Martens UM, Thuss-Patience P, Egger M, Block A, Heinemann V, Illerhaus G, Moehler M, Schenk M, Kullmann F, Behringer DM, Heike M, Pink D, Teschendorf C, Löhr C, Bernhard H, Schuch G, Rethwisch V, von Weikersthal LF, Hartmann JT, Kneba M, Daum S, Schulmann K, Weniger J, Belle S, Gaiser T, Oduncu FS, Güntner M, Hozaeel W, Reichart A, Jäger E, Kraus T, Mönig S, Bechstein WO, Schuler M, Schmalenberg H, Hofheinz RD; FLOT4-AIO Investigators. Perioperative chemotherapy with fluorouracil plus leucovorin, oxaliplatin, and docetaxel versus fluorouracil or capecitabine plus cisplatin and epirubicin for locally advanced, resectable gastric or gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma (FLOT4): a randomised, phase 2/3 trial. Lancet. 2019 May 11;393(10184):1948-1957. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32557-1. Epub 2019 Apr 11. PMID: 30982686. ***Fellowship Application Link: https://forms.gle/PQgAvGjHrYUqAqTJ9 Please visit https://behindtheknife.org to access other high-yield surgical education podcasts, videos and more. If you liked this episode, check out our recent episodes here: https://app.behindtheknife.org/listen
2024 ACC/AHA guideline update, including biomarker testing, MINS, and other consulting tips Master perioperative medicine! Learn when to hold ACE inhibitors, how to manage OSA without delaying surgery, and why "NPO after midnight" is outdated. We're joined by Dr. Avital O'Glasser, our Chief of Perioperative Medicine! Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! Patreon | Episodes | Subscribe | Spotify | YouTube | Newsletter | Contact | Swag! | CME Show Segments Intro Case Preoperative Assessment & Consulting Tips Risk Calculators Frailty Pulmonary Considerations Cardiovascular Meds & BP Management NPO: Why Are We Still Doing This? Biomarkers & Postoperative Risk MINS Outro Credits Written and produced, show notes, cover art, CME, and infographics: Paul Wurtz MD. Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP Technical Production: PodPaste Guest: Avital O'Glasser MD Disclosures Dr. O'Glasser reports no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. Sponsor: EZResus Listeners of the Cribsiders and Curbsiders podcasts get access to a 2-month free trial,letting them use 100% of the features of the For more information, www.ezresus.com/curbsiders and Use promo code Curbsiders Sponsor: Freed Visit Freed.ai and Usecode:CURB50 to get $50 off your first month when you subscribe. Sponsor: Mint Mobile Get 3 months of premium wireless service from Mint Mobile for $15 a month.Shop plans at mintmobile.com/curb