Recorded on May 1, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Leah Ferguson, a Professor of Kinesiology and Certified Mental Performance Consultant, discusses mental performance foundations for high performance, drawing lessons from sport to enhance resilience, adaptability, and sustained success.

Leah Ferguson (Ph.D.) is a professor in the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. Her research, teaching, and applied work focus on sport psychology and Indigenous Peoples’ wellness, where she collaboratively works with athletes, youth, girls and women to enhance sport experiences and wholistic wellness outcomes. Leah is also a Certified Mental Performance Consultant, where she translates her research into practice with athletes, teams, coaches and sport groups to foster athlete well-being and performance. As a Métis woman, she brings a relational, inclusive lens to her work, helping athletes thrive under pressure while staying connected to their well-being.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on April 24, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Chelsia Gillis, a Registered Dietician and Assistant Professor in the School of Human Nutrition at McGill University, discusses preoperative malnutrition and perioperative nutrition optimization.

Dr. Chelsia Gillis is an Assistant Professor in the School of Human Nutrition in the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at McGill University. Dr. Gillis is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, and Vanier Scholar with a MSc in Human Nutrition from McGill University and a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Calgary. Dr. Gillis’ research program aims to improve surgical patient outcomes by generating evidence-based knowledge and translating findings into clinical practice to enhance healthcare services in Canada. Her research interests include prehabilitation, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, surgical metabolism, and patient engagement. Prehabilitation is a paradigmatic shift in the usual care of surgical patients that capitalizes on surgical wait times to correct modifiable risk factors, including malnutrition, to enhance recovery. Dr. Gillis’ innovative approach challenges current “siloed” nutritional assessment techniques through the creation of surgery-specific tools that integrate both etiologic and phenotypic assessments of malnutrition with physical function to provide personalized, targeted care that ensures the right patient receives the right care at the right time. Dr. Gillis has received research grants as Principal Investigator from the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research, American Society for Parenteral Enteral Nutrition, and European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on April 17, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Devin Edwards, a PGY-3 anesthesiology resident at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, discusses postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) guidelines, including prevention strategies and rescue treatments.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, after completing an undergrad degree in genetics at the University of Manitoba Devin went on to do his medical schooling in Saskatoon where he has since stayed. He is currently in his third year of training with the anesthesiology residency program. When he is not at the hospital you can find him with his wife on their acreage, surrounded by their many pets or frustratedly working on the lawn tractor.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on March 27, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Jocelyn Moore, a Radiation Oncologist at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre, discusses brachytherapy for gynecologic cancers, including standard of care for cervical cancer, current and future offerings in Saskatchewan, and the role of anesthesia.

Dr. Moore is a Radiation Oncologist at the Saskatoon Cancer Centre. She grew up in Saskatoon, completed undergrad and Med School at U of S before moving to CancerCare Manitoba for Radiation Oncology Residency. Her fellowship at BC Cancer (Vancouver) was in brachytherapy for prostate and gynecologic cancers. From there she worked at BC Cancer Kelowna for 5 years before finding her way back to SK. At the Saskatoon Cancer Centre, she specializes in radiotherapy for gyne, GU, and GI malignancies. For the last 3 years she has been the lead of SCA's provincial strategic initiative to expand local brachytherapy offerings for Gynecologic cancer patients.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on March 20, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Kiyana Ghavami, a PGY3 anesthesiology resident at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, discusses rebound pain following regional anesthesia.

Kiyana is a third-year resident in the anesthesiology department at the University of Saskatchewan. Though born and raised in Calgary, twelve years of living in Saskatoon has officially made it her home. When she isn’t at the hospital, you can expect to find her at a yoga studio, the mall, or at a coffee shop. Other interests include reading, boardgames, and event planning.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on March 13, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Tien Dinh, a PGY3 anesthesia resident at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, discusses the perioperative management of acute and chronic cannabis use.

Tien is a third-year anesthesiology resident. She completed both her medical degree and nursing degree at the University of Saskatchewan. When outside the hospital, she enjoys trying new crafts, spending time with family, eating, and staying active.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on March 6, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Chad Lorenz, a PGY3 anesthesia resident at the University of Saskatchewan, discusses current perioperative brain health recommendations.

Dr. Lorenz graduated from the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine after a stint in farming and ethanol plant process operating. Outside of anesthesia, family time is the priority. He spends most of his time with his wife and two kids. Most free time involves some combination of skiing/snowboarding, taekwondo, Star Wars, and a (sometimes competitive) game of Monopoly.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on February 27, 2025.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Annie Jafri, a third-year anesthesiology resident at the University of Saskatchewan, discusses the updated Difficult Airway Society (DAS) 2025 guidelines and how to translate them from evidence into everyday clinical practice.

Annie Jafri is a third-year anesthesiology resident at the University of Saskatchewan. She completed her foundational medical training at the University of Manitoba. Her clinical interests include perioperative patient safety and fostering collaborative, inclusive team communication in acute care settings. Outside of medicine, Annie enjoys spending time outdoors and taking naps with her two black cats.

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Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on February 6, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Sara Abolhassani, a PGY3 anesthesia resident at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, discusses Clevidipine and the perioperative management of hypertension.

Sara is a third-year USask anesthesiology resident. She was born in Saskatchewan’s Royal University Hospital, the same hospital she now works in most days. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she completed her degree in pharmacy and practiced as a community pharmacist while in medical school. Outside of residency, Sara enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and dreaming of one day having her own outdoor brick oven to bake bread in.

Please note that while this podcast is run by healthcare professionals, it is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing beats care that is individualized to your own unique medical needs, so if you have any questions about content covered in this podcast that relates to your own health, please speak with your doctor today.

Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.

Recorded on January 23, 2026.

Join us for grand rounds this week where Dr. Jonathan Bailey, an anesthesiologist and associate professor at Dalhousie University, discusses regional anesthesia of the trunk.

Dr. Bailey is an anesthesiologist and associate professor at Dalhousie University. He completed undergraduate training and medical school at the University of Saskatchewan before completing his anesthesia residency, masters in epidemiology and regional anesthesia fellowship at Dalhousie University. His clinical and research interests include acute pain, regional anesthesia, and healthcare in austere settings. Dr. Bailey is the Medical Director for Global Health and Community Engagement in the Department of Anesthesia and the Rwanda Lead for the Canadian Anesthesiologists’ Society International Education Foundation (CASIEF). He is a Vital Anaesthesia Simulation Training (VAST) instructor and co-author of VAST Wellbeing. His microgravity research has been featured on CBC News, CBC Information Morning, and the "Block it like it’s hot" podcast. He was the recipient of the Su Ganapathy Regional Anesthesia Research Award in 2025. He has received the Resident Advocate of the Year Award in 2020, the Clinical Teacher of the Year Award in 2021, and the Daily Evaluation Certificate of Appreciation in 2022.

Please note that while this podcast is run by healthcare professionals, it is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing beats care that is individualized to your own unique medical needs, so if you have any questions about content covered in this podcast that relates to your own health, please speak with your doctor today.

Additionally, the views expressed on this show are our own and do not necessarily represent those of the USask Department of Anesthesiology.