Residents in a Room by American Society of Anesthesiologists

Dr. Randall Yale speaks with Drs. Allie Taylor, Alex Dao, and Aakash Saxena about their future careers in anesthesiology. Hear what they worry about, what they look forward to, and what they’ve learned from peers and mentors about career paths in anesthesiology. Recorded April 2022.

Recorded at ASA’s Legislative Conference, Dr. Katherine Mills leads a conversation with Drs. Lydiesther Martinez, Felipe Perez, Caroline Phillips, and Dev Vyas about the role of advocacy during residency and beyond. Listen in as they share the personal stories that animate their advocacy efforts, pass on tips for getting involved, consider the role of soft skills in advocacy and their careers, and...

Drs. Tinevez, Desai, Petravick, Dhargalkar, Grigoryan and Aravagiri consider the various human changes the specialty has grappled with in recent decades. The growing diversity of patient and provider populations, the expanding role of anesthesiologists within health care systems, the evolving expectations of residents, and more are explored in this captivating episode. Recorded January 2022.

Dr. Dillon Tinevez discusses how technological changes have impacted the practice of anesthesiology with fellow residents Drs. Shyam Desai, Mike Petravick, Janhavi Dhargalkar, Artush Grigoryan and Kannan Aravagiri. From apps and wearable technology to learning curves and evolving skill sets, guests consider the many ways technology has shaped anesthesiologists’ practices, skills, and experiences.

Recorded at ADVANCE 2022, the conversation on employment contracts, and what residents should know, continues. Listen in as Drs. Nupur Dua, Ryker Saunders, Nathaniel Sugiyama, Eric Reilly, and Andres De Lima ask questions of guest Judy Semo, an attorney specializing in health care law, and the episode host, Dr. Molly Kraus. From the value of legal representation to the ins and outs of tail insuran...

A podcast for residents by residents tackling real challenges of residency and beyond.

Residents turn the tables in this episode, asking questions of host Dr. Molly Kraus and guest Judy Semo, an attorney specializing in health care law, as well as physician and practice representation. Recorded At ADVANCE 2022: The Anesthesiology Business Event, Drs. Nupur Dua, Ryker Saunders, Nathaniel Sugiyama, Eric Reilly and Andres De Lima quiz the experts about contract negotiations, non-compet...

Dr. Elizabeth Malinzak gets real about burnout with Drs. Ryan Barrera, Michael Martinez, and Harrison Plunkett. Guests share their fears, pandemic experiences, and institutional practices as well as pass along the unexpected resources they rely on for self-care. Recorded October 2021

Dr. Elizabeth Malinzak hosts Drs. Michael Martinez, Ryan Barrera, and Harrison Plunket for a deep dive into the topic of work-life balance. Find out how they blend career and family, tactics and resources that help them succeed, and why aiming for “harmony” over “balance” may be a more achievable goal. Recorded October 2021.

Dr. Christopher Malgieri welcomes residents Drs. Andrew Winegarner and Jon Lucaj for an in-depth conversation about personal finances. From tips on how to manage student loan debt and craft a good investment strategy to thoughts on what they wish medical school taught them about business and how they’ll spend their first big check, this no holds barred episode packs an informative punch. Recorded...

In this special episode, Dr. Jed Wolpaw, host of the ACCRAC podcast, interviews Dr. Aditee Ambardekar, Chair of the Review Committee at the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), and Dr. Douglas Bacon, Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and historian of anesthesiology, live from ANESTHESIOLOGY 2021. Listen in to this wid...

Dr. Lisa Solomon returns for more conversation about career advancement. In this episode, she discusses leadership and publication opportunities with Drs. Christine Vo, Heena Ahmed, Danielle Levin and Drew Cornwell. From how to find and maximize leadership opportunities to the challenges and benefits of getting published, this lively conversation informs and entertains. Recorded July 2021.

Dr. Lisa Solomon from ASA’s Committee on Young Physicians speaks with fellow committee member, Dr. Christine Vo, and residents--Drs. Drew Cornwell, Danielle Levin, and Heena Ahmed--about mentorship. Join the discussion as guests share what they hope to get from mentors, the value of just-in-time mentoring, how they’ve connected with mentors, and more. Recorded July 2021.

Join Dr. Mariam Sarwary in conversation with Drs. Cardona, Abozaid, and Anwar for a lively conversation about their personal immigration stories and how their backgrounds impact their work, advocacy efforts, and views on global health. Recorded July 2021.

Dr. Mada Helou returns with her fellow Program Directors, Drs. Michelle Parra, Jack Buckley, and Robert Gaiser, to discuss what residents should expect once they’ve selected a program. Learn how PDs see their role, what misconceptions they’d most like to bust, what they think about fellowships, and what’s surprised them most about their jobs in this fast-paced, informative episode. Recorded Januar...

Dr. Mada Helou, Program Director at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, gets real in conversation with her fellow Program Directors, Drs. Michelle Parra, Jack Buckley, and Robert Gaiser. Listen in as PDs share what they look for when recruiting; flag things worth considering when selecting a residency program; discuss the impact of COVID-19; pass on study advice; and, confess their grea...

Dr. Amy Zhang discusses anti-Asian racism with her guests, Drs. Kevin Su, Zhi Dong, and Lucy Li. They share their personal experiences, discuss how the spike in aggression has impacted their work environments, consider the CDC’s recent declaration that racism is a threat to public health, and delve into the myth of the model minority. Recorded April 2020.

Dr. Elena Madan returns with her fellow residents, Dr. Michael Green and Dr. Albert Lin, to interview the Secretary of the American Board of Anesthesiology, Dr. David Warner. Listen in as Dr. Warner shares study tips plus his thoughts on in-training exams, MOCA 3.0, the future of testing, and how the ABA has adapted to COVID … and which changes may endure. Recorded February 2021. 

In this second subspecialty episode, Dr. Joshua Younger returns with Drs. Jessica Yeh, Sam Cohen, Jim Dierkes, and Jordan Phillips to tackle the residents’ hopes and expectations for their chosen subspecialties. Learn where they turn for help, what challenges they’re expecting to confront, and what kinds of contributions they anticipate making to the specialty. Recorded February 2020.

Dr. Joshua Younger talks to Dr. Jessica Yeh, Dr. Sam Cohen, Dr. Jim Dierkes, and Dr. Jordan Phillips about their subspecialty plans. Listen in as they discuss what motivated their fellowship decisions, the obstacles they faced, the issues that keep them up at night, and their thoughts on specialization in anesthesia. Recorded February 2020.

Dr. Elena Madan and her guests, Dr. Albert Lin and Dr. Michael Green, discuss the American Board of Anesthesiology in this residents-only episode. From exam prep to certification to the unique challenges of 2020, the conversation touches on residents’ thoughts, fears, and perceptions of this important organization. Recorded December 2020

In this unique episode, we eavesdrop on a conversation between Dr. Adam Striker, host and editor of ASA’s Central Line, and Dr. William McDade, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for ACGME, as they consider the challenges and benefits of diversifying the health care workforce. This lively discussion examines the role of standardized tests, what “diversity” means to ACGME, and how practi...

Dr. Kandice Olson gets real in conversation with Drs. Courtni Salinas, Shara Azad, and Kelsey McGinnis about what it’s like to be a young, female anesthesiologist. From how these doctors handle being misidentified to their best tips on addressing gendered health care disparities—and how the specialty can advance equity—our guests share their thoughts and experiences. Recorded October 2020.

Join Resident Scholars Drs. Richa Taneja, Matthew Sexton, and Patrick McFarland in this wide ranging discussion of resident advocacy. Listen in as they chat about how they got involved in advocacy; how political, legislative and regulatory factors impact patient care; the challenges and rewards of their advocacy experiences; and they many ways residents can advocate for the issues that move them....

Listen in on ASA’s recent Town Hall on the impacts of COVID-19 on medical students in this unique episode of Residents in a Room. Residency program leaders discuss the resident application cycle, share interview support and guidance, and explore ways to handle application gaps. Recorded August 2020.