The Checklist: Simple and Life-Saving
This F1000 commentary reports on a study whose findings conclude that key and critical phases of care can significantly benefit from simple checklists. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - July 5, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Organs Donated by Prisoners? No, No, No!
It has been suggested that using organs voluntarily donated by prisoners could help ease the shortage. Bioethicist Art Caplan says it ' s wrong on many levels. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - June 25, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Organs Donated by Prisoners? No, No, No!
It has been suggested that using organs voluntarily donated by prisoners could help ease the shortage. Bioethicist Art Caplan says it's wrong on many levels. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - June 25, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Tell a Patient, 'You're Terminal' -- Yes or No?
Some doctors don't want to drain terminally ill patients of any hope for recovery. Others say it's wise to let patients know of their prognosis so that they can make the necessary arrangements. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - May 31, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Finally! Guidance on Relationships Between Experts and Pharma
Henry Black talks to Michael Weber about the new ACRE guidelines, which provide recommendations on realistic and ethical relationships between pharmaceutical companies and medical experts. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - February 12, 2013 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Sedation in the ICU: Comparing 3 Drugs for Safety, Efficacy
Researchers look at the safety and efficacy of dexmedetomidine vs midazolam or propofol for long-term sedation of mechanically ventilated patients in the ICU. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - July 27, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
How to Block Reimbursement Leaks That Drain Revenue
As much as 20% of revenue is lost because of poor reimbursement practices. A certified healthcare consultant tells how to find and stop losing reimbursement that you've earned. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - July 19, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Aaron: Any Republican President Faces a Very Difficult Choice
In this 2-part series, 2 renowned healthcare economists give their opinions of what US healthcare would look like should Mitt Romney be elected President in November. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - May 29, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
What More Can We Do to Reduce Surgical-Site Infections?
Dr. Ed Septimus reveals why the surgical-site infection rate remains high and what steps can be taken to reduce it. (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - May 8, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Cleaning the Healthcare Closet
Because the healthcare budget is not likely to get any bigger, Dr. John Marshall comments that we may need to 'clean the healthcare closet' to make room for new therapies. What can we do without? (Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast)
Source: Medscape Anesthesiology Podcast - March 29, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
