In this 269th episode I welcome Dr. Jeanna Blitz to the show to discuss the newest, most evidence based approach to preoperative assessment and optimization of patients. We discuss the use of biomarkers, alternatives to RCRI and using METS alone and assessment and optimization of frailty, nutritional status, anemia, psychological status and functional status.  Our Sponsors: * Check out Factor 75 and use my code accrac50 for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com * Check out Magic Mind and use my code ACC20 for a great deal: https://www.magicmind.com/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy