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In this episode, we discuss induction, the stage of general anesthesia that encompasses the onset of sedation, amnesia, analgesia, and sometimes akinesia. The anesthesiologist’s goals are to achieve induction smoothly and safely, maintaining the patient’s hemodynamic stability throughout. Step 1: Place monitors on patient (see Episode 2 show notes for a list of the CAS’ required monitors). *Clinic...

In this episode, we discuss setting up the operating room for a general anesthetic. The mnemonic SOAP-IM(S) is a helpful checklist for organizing all of the necessary equipment.  1. Suction Is the suction equipment (Yankauer/suction system) present and working? 2. Oxygen: Check circuit tubing, gas analyzer tubing, filter, face mask Check for availability of back-up O2 tank 3. Airway:  Have a plan...

This is the first episode in series #2 (approach to general anesthesia). In this episode, we break down the pre-operative evaluation.   Step 1: Confirm patient identifiers and NPO status Step 2 : Focused anesthetic history Review of systems: CV, resp, GI, GU, neuro (Bonus: endo) PmHx/PsHx with previous surgical complications - always ask about pseudocholinesterase deficiency and malignant hyperthe...

Dr. John Centofanti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesia and Program Director of the Critical Care Residency Program McMaster University. He is also a critical care physician and anesthesiologist in Hamilton, Ontario. Join us as we ask about his unique experiences in training and his insights into a career in anesthesiology.  Support the show

In this episode, we discuss the diverse roles that anesthesiologists have in the hospital and outpatient settings and tackle some stereotypes and myths about the specialty.  Anesthesiologists can be seen in:   The operating room and pre-op clinics ICU ER Labour and delivery On the wards as part of the Acute Pain Service (APS)  In chronic pain clinics Common myths: Anesthesiologists do the same thi...

In this episode, we provide a brief overview of our podcast, and the general modalities of anesthesia. These encompass:  General Anesthesia:   Provides analgesia and amnesia, with or without muscle relaxation depending on the surgical indications. The goal is to maintain normal physiological function during the operative period. Regional Anesthesia : Application of a local anesthetic to the nerves...