In this 269th episode I welcome Dr. Jeanna Blitz to the show to discuss the newest, most evidence based approach to preoperative assessment and optimization of patients. We discuss the use of biomarkers, alternatives to RCRI and using METS alone and assessment and optimization of frailty, nutritional status, anemia, psychological status and functional status. 

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Episode 269: New Frontiers in Preop Assessment and Optimization with Dr. Jeanna Blitz

A Podcast for Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews, Debates and Commentary

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In this 280th episode I share the shocking and tragic news that Dr. Gillian Isaac died suddenly and unexpectedly a few weeks ago. She was an incredible human being, teacher, doctor, wife and mother. She will be missed more than I can say by more people than we can possibly count. I know that she would want us to continue with these keyword episodes that she loved doing and so I am going to try. I know they will never be the same, but they will be dedicated to her memory. Today I address the keyword of shock states and discuss the 4 types of shock and how they may be covered on your exams. I miss you, Gillian.

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Episode 280: Keywords Part 27: Shock States and A Tribute to Dr. Gillian Isaac

In this 279th episode I welcome Dr. Phil Carullo back to the show to discuss what, exactly, an anesthesiologist does and how we fit into the perioperative experience for patients.

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Episode 279: What does an Anesthesiologist Do with Phil Carullo

In this 278th episode I discuss what you need to know about liver physiology for your exams.

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Episode 278: Liver Physiology

In this 277th episode I welcome Dr. Gillian Isaac back for another ABA keyword episode. We discuss Adrenal Diseases and the questions you're likely to see about them on your exams. 

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Episode 277: Keywords part 26: Adrenal Diseases with Gillian Isaac

In this 276th episode I welcome pediatric anesthesiologist Dr. rita Saynhalath to the show to discuss how to manage kids presenting for surgery with a recent URI. We discuss the evidence for proceeding versus postponing, whether the type of virus matters, and how to handle COVID infections. 

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Episode 269: New Frontiers in Preop Assessment and Optimization with Dr. Jeanna Blitz

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