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Weight loss drugs a new concern for anesthesiologists
On July 17, KENS5 reported on a woman who was taking Wegovy, a GLP-1, regularly for weight loss but was not made aware of the potential negative interactions leading up to a bronchoscopy. Chaplain Treanor, the patient, went into her procedure having taken Wegovy days before, according to the report. Ozempic is FDA-approved for diabetes treatment and Wegovy is FDA-approved for weight loss. -
Massachusetts hospital taps new anesthesia head
Attleboro, Mass.-based Sturdy Memorial Hospital has named Amer Tabba, MD, as their new chief of anesthesia. -
10 highest-paying states for CRNAs
For the second year in a row, Illinois is the highest-paying state for certified registered nurse anesthetists when adjusted for cost of living. -
Providence warns 2,200 patients of potential HIV risk in wake of anesthesiologist's actions
Renton, Wash.-based Providence has alerted 2,200 patients of possible exposure to hepatitis B and C and HIV after the health system's infection control practices may not have been followed by an anesthesiologist. -
5 key notes on CRNAs and anesthesia care
Mike Mackinnon, certified registered nurse anesthetists and owner of Show Low, Ariz.-based Mackinnon Anesthesia, joined Becker's to share five key notes on anesthesia care and shortages. -
What to know about CMS' rural-pass through program, according to a CRNA leader
Mike Mackinnon, certified registered nurse anesthetist and owner of Show Low, Ariz.-based Mackinnon Anesthesia, joined Becker's to share key things to know about CMS' rural pass-through program, which was was created to incentivize CRNAs and anesthesiologist assistants to work for small rural hospitals -
'You get no business skills': What anesthesiologist medical education gets wrong
Physicians are flocking to employed models, and some leaders feel medical education is playing a role in that migration. -
2 schools growing the CRNA workforce
As shortages among the anesthesia workforce continue to loom, two universities recently launched new training programs to combat a potential shortfall of CRNAs: -
The 'catch 22' of solving the anesthesia shortage
Anesthesia provider shortages are plaguing the industry, forcing ASCs and hospitals, particularly in rural areas, to rethink their strategies. -
CMS' missed opportunity to mitigate the anesthesiologist shortage
CMS' rural pass-through program was created to incentivize certified registered nurse anesthetists and anesthesiologist assistants to work for small rural hospitals — but some leaders feel physicians should be included, too. -
The smartest move anesthesiologists have made all year
From joining state organizations to pushing procedures to the ASC setting, three anesthesiologists joined Becker's to discuss the smartest move they've made in the last year. -
Patients see increased safety with female anesthesia providers: Study
Patients who receive treatment from female anesthesia providers face fewer complications during surgical procedures, according to a study published June 25 in the British Journal of Anaesthesia. -
Idaho State University's School of Nursing launches 1st CRNA program in the state
Meridian-based Idaho State University School of Nursing will begin offering the first nurse anesthesia degree program in Idaho, according to a July 5 report from NBC affiliate KTVB. -
Anesthesiologists' biggest threats
From provider shortages to declining reimbursements, two anesthesiologists joined Becker's to discuss the threats facing anesthesiologists currently. -
'Horrific stories' of claims delays & more challenges with anesthesia
The anesthesia industry is facing a mounting provider shortage, with demand for anesthesiologists far outstripping supply. -
5 hospitals delay, cancel surgeries from anesthesia provider challenges
Securing anesthesia providers is becoming increasingly difficult for ASCs and hospitals across the country amid increasing shortages and plummeting reimbursements. -
Where anesthesia reimbursements are falling short
Anesthesiologist reimbursements are sinking as a provider shortage plagues ASCs and hospitals nationwide. -
What to know about 5 anesthesia supergroups
Here is what to know about five of the largest anesthesiology groups in the U.S.: -
Surgical hospital laid off CRNAs, cancels surgeries after DOH citation
A second California hospital is in the spotlight for issues related to certified registered nurse anesthetists care provision, The Modesto Bee reported June 24. -
United Anesthesia acquired by GHR Healthcare
Anesthesiologist staffing provider United Anesthesia has been acquired by workforce solutions provider GHR Healthcare.
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