Core Anesthesia

Core Anesthesia episodes:

• 04.30.2024

  E140: Coagulopathies and Anemia

  In today’s episode, we are taking a look at coagulopathies and anemia, pivotal topics that significantly influence our approach to anesthesia. Our exploration begins with an in-depth discussion of the intricate processes involved in coagulation, shedding light on common abnormalities...

  
• 04.10.2024

  E139: Gastrointestinal Complications

  In this episode, we explore the multifaceted landscape of gastrointestinal challenges in anesthesia. From obesity-related complications to acute abdominal emergencies like small bowel obstruction and pancreatitis, each condition demands a tailored approach to anesthesia management. Throughout, we emphasize the individualized...

  
• 03.29.2024

  E138: Anesthesia Market Update with LocumTenens.com

  Welcome to our Market Update with Brittni Swanson, sponsored by LocumTenens.com. In this episode, Brittni explores the latest trends shaping the anesthesia landscape, unpacking insightful statistics surrounding the anesthesia market. Join us as we navigate through the intricate facets of...

  
• 03.26.2024

  E137: Renal Complications & Electrolytes

  Today, we are discussing how our anesthetic care will be altered for patients with acute renal failure or chronic renal failure. We will begin with a review of the anatomy and physiology of a normal kidney. By understanding its normal...

  
• 03.19.2024

  E136: Respiratory Complications

  In today’s episode, we are exploring a multitude of respiratory diseases, including Obstructive Lung Disease, Restrictive Lung Disease, Upper Respiratory Infections, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Pulmonary Embolisms, Mediastinal masses, Bronchospasm, & Tension Hemothorax and how they affect our anesthetic care....

  
• 03.12.2024

  E135: Cardiac Complications Pt. 2

  We’re back with Part 2 of our Cardiac Complications episode. If you haven't tuned in to Part 1 yet, we highly recommend starting there for full context. In this episode, we'll explore critical topics such as congestive heart failure, cardiovascular...

  
• 03.05.2024

  E134: Cardiac Complications Pt. 1

  In today's episode, we delve into the intricate world of cardiovascular health. We will explore a myriad of complications spanning from within the heart itself to the peripheral vasculature. Our discussion will encompass various vascular diseases, such as carotid artery...

  
• 02.27.2024

  E133: Total or Hemicolectomy (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, the focus is on total or hemicolectomy procedures and considerations surrounding these surgeries. The discussion goes into the differences between total colectomy and hemicolectomy and their respective indications, whether for conditions like ulcerative colitis, Crohn's...

  
• 02.20.2024

  E132: Thoracotomy (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, the focus is on thoracotomies, both open and video-assisted, commonly performed for thoracic or cardiovascular issues. The discussion goes into preoperative considerations, emphasizing optimizing patients' respiratory health and utilizing double-lumen tubes for one-lung ventilation (OLV)....

  
• 02.13.2024

  E131: Robotic Hysterectomy (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, the focus turns to robotic hysterectomies, covering the intricacies and considerations involved in this procedure. The discussion covers the various types of hysterectomies performed, indications, and the advantages of using robotic assistance. The episode highlights...

  
• 02.07.2024

  E130: Hypotension & Shock

  In this episode, we're tackling the topic of hypotension and exploring intervention and management strategies. Additionally, we're diving deep into the various types of shock, discussing how treatment approaches differ based on the underlying cause. There's no universal solution; each...

  
• 02.06.2024

  E129: Total Hip Replacement (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, the focus is on total hip replacements, exploring the various considerations involved in this common orthopedic surgery. Preoperative considerations are detailed, emphasizing patient age, activity level, pain management, and the impact of comorbidities like cardiovascular...

  
• 01.30.2024

  E128: Radical Cystectomy (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, the focus shifts to radical cystectomies, a procedure typically performed for bladder tumors. Delving into the complexities of an open approach, the discussion navigates through preoperative considerations, anesthetic types, and specific considerations for intraoperative care....

  
• 01.23.2024

  E127: RealTalk: The Emotional Journey Through CRNA School

  In this episode, we are diving into the emotional journey through CRNA School. We're talking about what to expect during the application process, the emotions of interview day, handling rejection, pushing through school amidst anxiety, and everything in between. We hope...

  
• 01.16.2024

  E126: Craniotomy (CarePlan: Sachi & Rhea)

  In this Care Plan episode, Rhea and Sachi delve into the intricate details of craniotomies for brain tumors. This episode focuses on preoperative considerations, anesthetic types, specialized monitoring, positioning, and postoperative care.  From neurological assessments to anesthesia choices—such as IV anesthesia...

  
• 12.06.2023

  E125. Neuro Complications

  How do we manage a patient who is having an acute stroke? seizures? How does our anesthetic management change for a patient who has had a traumatic spinal cord injury? We dive into all of these questions and more on...

  
• 11.21.2023

  E124: RealTalk: Beyond the Head of the Bed - Exploring Aesthetics with Sarah Wild

  Have you ever wondered what other career options are out there for CRNAs? Today, we take a break from our usual content to take time to get to know Sarah Wild, a CRNA who recently opened her own medspa, Wild...

  
• 11.10.2023

  E123: Cranial Complications

  Today's episode covers cranial complications such as cerebral aneurysms, vasospasms, AVMs, and traumatic brain injuries. We take a brief look at these various disease processes and then discuss how we can manage them from an anesthesia standpoint. There is much...

  
• 10.11.2023

  E122: Top Drawer Medications

  Today let's take some time to walk through some of the most common drugs we use in anesthesia.  It is important we understand their purpose and mechanism of action as we decide which ones to use in the various situations...

  
• 09.13.2023

  E121: Pre-Op Meds

  We all love looking up a patient and seeing "no home medications" on their chart. Let's be real, more often than not we see a laundry list of medications and it is our job to understand how these can interact...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E120: 2023 Conference Series: Test-Taking Strategies - Cole & Tanner

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference.  "Test-Taking Strategies" - Cole & Tanner. Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors:  Independent Anesthesia Services Wellspan Health Locums At Heart Associated Anesthesiologist  Support the Show. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E119: 2023 Conference Series: Pediatric Anesthesia - Rebecca Collier

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Pediatric Anesthesia" - Rebecca Collier Rebecca is a triple alum from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. She completed her MS Nurse Anesthesia Specialization in 2003.  In 2013 she completed her DNP...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E118: 2023 Conference Series: Opioid-Free Anesthesia - Thomas Baribeault

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Opioid-Free Anesthesia" - Thomas Baribeault Thomas Baribeault is a clinical coordinator and chief obstetric CRNA for Commonwealth Anesthesia in Lexington, KY. He specializes in obstetric anesthesia, acute surgical pain management, non-surgical...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E117: 2023 Conference Series: Finding Your First Job As a CRNA School Grad - Dr. Joseph Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference.  "Finding Your First Job As a CRNA School Grad" - Dr. Joseph Rodriguez Joseph A. Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, has been in practice for 10 years while currently focusing on business and operations...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E116: 2023 Conference Series: Beyond the Head of the Bed - Jennifer Banek

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference.  "Beyond the Head of the Bed" - Jennifer Banek Jennifer Banek is a CRNA who resides in Libertyville, IL. Ms. Banek has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and prior to becoming...

  
• 08.08.2023

  E115: 2023 Conference Series: SRNA Mental Health & Wellness - Dr. Catherine Horvath, DNP, CRNA

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference.  "SRNA Mental Health & Wellness" - Dr. Catherine Horvath, DNP, CRNA Catherine Horvath, DNP, CRNA is the Assistant Program Director of the DNAP Program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC.  She has...

  
• 08.03.2023

  E114: Cardiac Pharmacology

  In this episode, we discuss the adrenergic receptors and the medications that either stimulate or block those receptors. Additionally, we discuss anti-hypertensive medications such as calcium channel blockers, vasodilators, and diuretics.  Support the Show. To access all of our content,...

  
• 07.21.2023

  E113: RealTalk: Life After CRNA School

   Life after CRNA School. The good, the bad, the unexpected.  Is it everything we'd hoped for? Better? Worse? We step away from our usual content today to discuss our personal experiences working as CRNAs.  Enjoy! Support the Show. To access all of our...

  
• 07.05.2023

  E112: Anesthesia Complications

  In this episode we cover anaphylaxis symptoms, causes, and treatment, local anesthetics implications and treatment of adverse effects, local anesthetic toxicity, symptoms, causes, and treatment, bronchodilators implications and treatment of adverse effects, and finally antiemetics implications and treatment of adverse...

  
• 06.14.2023

  E111: IV Induction Agents & Inhaled Anesthetics

  In today's episode we discuss commonly used IV induction agents, their mechanisms of action and also their associated adverse effects. We discuss the specific characteristics of inhaled anesthetics and dive into the details of why they work, and things to...

  
• 05.16.2023

  E110: RealTalk: Preparing for CRNA School - with Jenny Finnell

  Applying to CRNA school and preparing to actually start can be daunting phases of your CRNA journey. Today we bring on the expert! Jenny Finnell has created incredible resources for you to use to ensure you are putting your best...

  
• 05.12.2023

  E109: Opioids

  A short topic - just give fentanyl to go to sleep, dilaudid if you want something long acting, right?! No way! There is so much more involved with this discussion. Here we talk about the different options to use when...

  
• 05.09.2023

  E108: Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs and Reversals

  Why do muscle relaxants work?! Here we go through the basic anatomy and explain how neuromuscular blocking drugs have their effect. We then talk about what causes their cessation and how we can reverse these meds. Finally, we discuss the...

  
• 04.06.2023

  E107: Exploring Locum Contracts with LocumTenens.com

  Have you ever considered taking a locum assignment, but hesitated because you have questions about what to expect?  In today's episode, we have guests Lisa Buxbaum and Anna Studard from Locumtenens.com to discuss locum contracts. This was a very informative conversation,...

  
• 03.17.2023

  E106: Informed Consent, Communication, App & Data Usage

  Today we discuss things to consider as you evaluate your patient the day of surgery. We discuss pre-operative assessments, informed consent, and proper communication and documentation.  We also dive into how technology can improve our anesthetic care and some pitfalls...

  
• 03.07.2023

  E105: Equipment Malfunction Management

  If you've worked in the anesthesia field for any amount of time, you know that equipment malfunctions are inevitable. In this episode we discuss how to safely manage several scenarios to keep the patient safe while you trouble shoot your...

  
• 03.01.2023

  E104: Anesthesia Equipment & Infection Prevention

  In this episode we discuss the appropriate equipment options to use to effectively monitor our patients. We discuss the monitoring standards of care and what we should use in various anesthesia settings. In the second part of the episode we...

  
• 01.31.2023

  E103: RealTalk: First Day of Clinical

  Another "RealTalk" episode and today we take a break from our typical content to discuss the dreaded first day of clinical. There are so many emotions circling around this day and hopefully this episode will help to demystify your first...

  
• 01.03.2023

  E102: How to Intubate

  The basics! In this episode we discuss the common airway assessments used to evaluate a patient's airway. We then discuss proper positioning techniques so that you can set yourself up for success when you go to intubate. Finally, we walk...

  
• 01.02.2023

  E101: Arterial Blood Gases (Part-TWO)

  This episode finishes up our discussion on ABGs. Here we walk though the actual interpretation of ABG values and discuss how these results will drive our anesthesia management. How should you treat metabolic acidosis with an anion gap and a...

  
• 12.10.2022

  E100: Arterial Blood Gases (Part ONE)

  Understanding arterial blood gases is an integral part of managing a patient under anesthesia. In this episode we discuss how our body is constantly attempting to maintain pH balance. Next, we look at the initial steps for evaluating ABG results....

  
• 11.23.2022

  E99: Real Talk: Locum Tenen Work

  Maybe you have been considering locums for a while. Or maybe you are getting ready to graduate and you are trying to sort out your job options. Either way, todays discussion with Independence Anesthesia Services demystifies the various aspects of...

  
• 10.30.2022

  E98: Postoperative Pain Management

  You've cruised through another case...Now you have to start thinking about postoperative pain management. Perhaps you need to rescue, or hopefully you are looking to simply continue managing the pain plan of care for this patient through the early stages...

  
• 10.14.2022

  E97: Chronic Opioid Use (Perioperative Management)

  Chronic opioid use is something we  encounter everyday in the perioperative setting. It can be confusing managing these patients! Do we hold their meds? Cancel the case? Unfortunately, there is varying literature supporting different practices but hopefully this episode will...

  
• 09.13.2022

  E96: 2022 Conference Series - Jon Lowrance, MSN, CRNA

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Success in the Clinical Setting" - Jon Lowrance, MSN, CRNA Jon Lowrance, MSN, CRNA practices anesthesia and is the SRNA Clinical Coordinator at a level one trauma center in New England. ...

  
• 09.05.2022

  E94: 2022 Conference Series - Cathy Horvath DNP, CRNA, CHSE

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference.  "Student Wellness" - Cathy Horvath DNP, CRNA, CHSE Catherine Horvath DNP, CRNA, CHSE is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track at Johns Hopkins University's School of...

  
• 09.05.2022

  E95: 2022 Conference Series - Henry Sink

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference.  "Financial Planning Through CRNA School" - Henry Sink CRNA Hello and thank you for taking the time to listen to what I want to teach! My name is Henry Sink, CRNA, a...

  
• 09.03.2022

  E93: 2022 Conference Series - Julie Nycum

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference.  "Malpractice, Life, Disability Insurance" - Julie Nycum  Julie Nycum, CPCU, RPLU, ARM, is the director of AANA Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.  Julie worked...

  
• 08.29.2022

  E92: 2022 Conference Series - Alesia Quante

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference.  "1099 Employment" - Alesia Quante Alesia Quante has been a CRNA for 22 years, and for the last 21 has enjoyed the work/life balance offered by the 1099 CRNA lifestyle. She graduated...

  
• 08.26.2022

  E91: 2022 Conference Series - Joseph Rodriguez DNAP, CRNA

  Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference.  "Finding Your First Job" - Joseph Rodriguez DNAP, CRNA Joseph A. Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, is co-founder and managing partner at Arizona Anesthesia Solutions, a multi-state group over 100 CRNAs and MDs, based...