Discover the essential elements of a high-functioning anesthesia care team with our special guest Matthew Sherrer from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. In an episode that could redefine your understanding of teamwork in healthcare, we delve into the phenomenon of 'trust fractures' and their profound impact on patient safety. The authors offer rich insights from his experience, drawing striking parallels between aviation disasters like Korean Air Flight 801 and the critical importance ...

Discover how mastering situational awareness can revolutionize your approach to perioperative patient safety in our latest podcast episode. We are joined by David Tscholl, an esteemed anesthesiologist and researcher from the University Hospital in Zurich, Switzerland who unveils critical findings from recent studies in this February 2024 APSF newsletter article. The shocking revelation that 80% of adverse events in anesthesia and critical care are due to errors in situational awareness unders...

Embark on a journey through the interplay of teamwork, civility, and patient safety with our esteemed guests, Matt Sherrer and Mitch Tsai from the Fresh Flow podcast, and emergency medicine savant Chris Turner. The conversation navigates the treacherous waters of workforce shortages and academic anesthesiology pressures, unearthing strategies to foster a thriving professional climate where mutual respect reigns supreme.Feel the pulse of our professional interactions as we delve into rep...

Ever found yourself grappling with the complexities of peripheral nerve blocks and patient safety? This episode is a treasure trove of insights as we unpack the February 2024 APSF newsletter article by the esteemed trio Christina Ratto, Joseph Szokol, and Paul Lee, shedding light on the crucial precautions necessary for regional anesthesia procedures. Get ready for an enriching conversation with Paul Lee, Division Chief of Regional Anesthesia and Clinical Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel. This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety.Can peripheral nerve blocks be the answer to improving patient satisfaction and joining the fight against the opioid crisis? Christina Ratto joins us for our milestone 200th episode to share her invaluable insights on this very question. We celebrate the world of regional anesthesia with important considerations f...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel. This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety.We are talking about the anesthesia patient safety implications of non-surgical cosmetic enhancements including permanent jewelry, nail polish, and gel manicures. It is vital for anesthesia professionals to perform a complete and sensitive preoperative assessment, provide information about potential adverse events...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are turning the page in the February 2024 APSF Newsletter to discuss non-surgical cosmetic enhancements and anesthesia patient safety implications. Today, we are reviewing the considerations for neurotoxin injections, such as Botox, eyelash extensions, and oral and facial piercings for Part 1 of our 2-Part series....

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are diving into the February 2024 APSF Newsletter with the Q&A article about post-alcohol consumption and cognitive performance. The aviation industry has recommendations for pilots and this is something that anesthesia societies and professionals need to consider to help determine the time from glass to mask...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in today as we continue our coverage of the International Conference on Anesthesia Patient Safety 2024. Our highlights on the show include anesthesia for an aging society and perioperative brain health, communication and lucky breaks, acute pain management, and opioid stewardship. This is our fifth and final...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in today as we continue our coverage of the International Conference on Anesthesia Patient Safety 2024. Our highlights today include expectations for anesthesia professionals through the lens of regional strategies in Japan, the JSA and ASA approach, from a global perspective, a surgeon’s perspective, and a...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in today as we continue our coverage of the International Conference on Anesthesia Patient Safety 2024. We are discussing Anesthesia Professionals’ Role in the Perioperative Care Environment with talks that focus on anesthesia patient safety in Japan and Korea, medication safety, and ideal perioperative...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are highlighting the impact of single-use, disposable products during anesthesia care on patient safety, the environment, and the checkbook. Making the switch to reusable devices can make a big difference with decreased environmental impact and cost while maintaining patient safety and supply availability. Our...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Today, we are highlighting the impact of single-use, disposable products during anesthesia care on patient safety, the environment, and the checkbook. Making the switch to reusable devices can make a big difference with decreased environmental impact and cost while maintaining patient safety and supply availability....

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in today as we continue our coverage of the International Conference on Anesthesia Patient Safety 2024. Our highlights today include lessons learned from the Covid-19 Pandemic and an International Table Discussion on Non-Operating Room Anesthesia Patient Safety. We are challenging the notions of ‘It’s just a...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in today as we begin our coverage of the first International Conference on Anesthesia Patient Safety 2024. Our show today reviews the APSF Newsletter: Past, Present, and Future Directions and what we have learned from the Covid-19 pandemic when it comes to emerging infectious diseases and perioperative medical...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are returning to the conversation about GLP-1 receptor agonist medications today and listening to episodes #160 and #161 again. Patients taking these medications may be at increased risk for aspiration even after an appropriate preoperative fasting period. Tune in today as we talk about how to keep patients taking...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Today, we are staying up to date with the latest in anesthesia patient safety by reviewing 5, that’s right 5, APSF summary articles written by the APSF Newsletter Editorial Board on some of the best medical journal articles. Join us as we dive into the literature and learn more about future morphine alternatives, the...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We have talked about anesthesia patient safety in different areas of the hospital from the maternity wards to non-operating room anesthesia suites, but this time, we are heading into the main operating room to talk about one of the most challenging cases in the operating rooms with frequent hemodynamic changes, the...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Take a walk with the APSF as we head to non-operating room anesthesia areas to talk about the latest consensus recommendations for the safe conduct of anesthesia in NORA locations. This is Part 2 of our two-part series. Today, we are reviewing important considerations related to the APSF Consensus Recommendations and...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Take a walk with the APSF as we head to non-operating room anesthesia areas to talk about the latest consensus recommendations for the safe conduct of anesthesia in NORA locations. Tune in to hear all the recommendations related to facility and location, equipment and supplies, staffing and teamwork, patient...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are talking about human error on the show today. Since anesthesia professionals are humans and thus prone to human error, then it is imperative that we apply a harm reduction approach to anesthesia patient safety to help keep patients safe from harm. Our show today highlights the principles of a harm reduction...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Thanks for joining us in the New Year!! Tune in today for the exciting conclusion of our two-part Rapid Response series. We are reviewing the recommendations for pre-anesthesia machine checkout procedure and a couple cases of anesthesia machine malfunctions. If you are using older anesthesia machines, this episode...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. Tune in for a Rapid Response two-part series. First up, we discuss electronic interference between the radiofrequency detection wand, the Medtronic Situate Detection System X, and the Twitchview train of four monitorinng device from Blink Device Company. We also discuss the development of the pre-anesthesia machine...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. We are back for Part 2 dedicated to discussing anesthetic considerations for patients undergoing endoscopic retrieval of food bolus or foreign body. Today, we are focused on choice of anesthetic technique, communication, and postoperative care. Spoiler alert: There is no uniform anesthetic approach. Additional sound...

Welcome to the next installment of the Anesthesia Patient Safety podcast hosted by Alli Bechtel.  This podcast is an exciting journey towards improved anesthesia patient safety. What is your anesthetic plan for patients presenting for endoscopy to remove food bolus impaction or foreign body ingestion? Tune in today as we discuss important considerations when deciding on location for performing this urgent procedure, need for additional resources, and anesthetic plan including general...