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 practicing anesthesiologists can help. Recorded October 2020.

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. Recorded April 2020.

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.

In this no holds barred episode, Dr. Daryl Kerr excavates the many ways race shapes careers, experiences, and health outcomes--and what the specialty can do about it--with fellow residents including Dr. Elizabeth Feenstra, and Dr. Lyndsey Bradley. Recorded August 2020.

Listen in as Dr. Bryce Austell and his fellow Chief Residents—Louise, Kaitlyn, Chris, John, Mitch and Daryl—discuss plans for life after residency and hopes for the future. This final episode of the Chiefs’ discussion touches on succession planning, the role of gender and diversity, their legacies, advice they’d give their younger selves, and tips for their fellow residents. Recorded February 2020

Dr. Bryce Austell continues the conversation with fellow Chief Residents Louise, Kaitlyn, Chris, John, Mitch and Daryl. From imposter syndrome to the goals that motivate them to their relationships with Attendings, these Chief Residents reveal what Chief Residency is really like. Listen in as they share their expectations, experiences, and take-aways. Recorded February 2020.

Join Bryce Austell, Chief Resident at Rush University Medical Center, in conversation with other Chicago area Chief Residents Louise Hillen, Kaitlyn Newmann, Chris Hull, John Boguski, Mitch Bosman and Daryl Kerr. They’ll shed light on the path to chief residency, share their program goals, discuss their influences, and consider the role of mentorship. Recorded February 2020.

Dr. Jessica Ibanez continues her interview with anesthesiologist and veteran podcaster Dr. Jed Wolpaw in this wide ranging discussion about lifelong learning. Dr. Wolpaw shares his inspirations, experiences, favorite resources, mentorship tips, and thoughts on making a difference. Recorded April 2020.

Join Dr. Rajeev Saxena as he and his fellow residents, Kandice, Jordan, Daniel, Nellab and Tristan, discuss their understanding of how they’ll get paid, the factors that affect payment, why understanding payment models matters, and what’s changing. Recorded January 2020.