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03/24/2026

In Louisiana, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are defined by state statute and administrative code as distinct, freestanding facilities that are separate from physician offices and hospitals and are operated primarily for the purpose of performing surgical procedures that do not require overnight stays.

In Louisiana, ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are defined by state statute and administrative code as distinct, freestanding facilities that are separate

02/17/2026

Ketamine has become an important agent in non-operating room anesthesia (NORA), a practice area that includes procedural sedation and anesthesia delivered in locations such as radiology suites, endoscopy units, interventional cardiology labs, and emergency departments.

Hemodynamic stability is another major advantage of ketamine in non-operating room anesthesia. Through sympathetic nervous system...

01/13/2026

Although both conditions impact the aortic valve, the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms lead to markedly different alterations in cardiovascular dynamics.

Understanding the hemodynamic differences between aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation is essential for anesthesiologists and surgical decision-makin

Understanding the hemodynamic differences between aortic stenosis and aortic regurgitation is essential for anesthesiologists and surgical...

12/02/2025

Postoperative urinary retention is a complication in which numerous patient-related, surgical, and anesthetic factors converge to impair bladder function during the immediate postoperative period. Understanding these factors can help perioperative teams prevent postoperative urinary retention and provide more efficient treatment.

Postoperative urinary retention is a complication in which numerous patient-related, surgical, and anesthetic factors converge to impair bladder function

07/31/2025

When a patient undergoes anesthesia, anesthesia providers closely monitor the patient’s heart rate. Understanding why heart rate changes under anesthesia, and what those changes mean, can help patients feel more informed and reassured before undergoing a procedure.

When a patient undergoes anesthesia, anesthesia providers closely monitor the patient’s heart rate. Because anesthesia affects the cardiovascular system,

06/23/2025

Despite affecting over 100 million Americans and costing at least $600 billion annually, chronic pain lacks universally effective treatments. First-line treatments such as calcium channel inhibitors often do not provide complete pain relief due to incontrollable side effects. Additionally, second-line treatments, such as opioids can pose serious risks, including addiction and overdose. There is an urgent need for safer, more effective therapies.

Despite affecting over 100 million Americans and costing at least $600 billion annually, chronic pain lacks universally effective treatments. This is

11/27/2024

Spinal anesthesia, also known as spinal block, is a common anesthetic technique used in various surgeries, particularly those involving the lower body, such as orthopedic, urological, and gynecological procedures. By injecting anesthetic medication into the cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the spinal cord, spinal anesthesia blocks the transmission of pain signals by part of the spinal cord, resulting in temporary numbness and loss of sensation for sensory areas below the injection site.

Spinal anesthesia, also known as spinal block, is an anesthetic technique used to block the transmission of pain signals through the spinal cord.

10/18/2024

Cricoid pressure (CP), otherwise termed Sellick’s maneuver, is a somewhat controversial technique used in anesthesia during intubation. The technique seeks to mitigate the risk of aspiration, which occurs when patients inhale gastric contents into their lungs.

Cricoid pressure (CP), otherwise termed Sellick’s maneuver, is a somewhat controversial technique used in anesthesia during intubation. The technique seeks to

10/16/2024

Anesthesia consent is a formal agreement between a patient and their healthcare provider regarding the use of anesthesia for a medical procedure. It involves understanding the type of anesthesia that will be used, its potential risks and benefits, and acknowledging that patients have received this information and agree to proceed.

Anesthesia consent is a formal agreement between a patient and their healthcare provider regarding the use of anesthesia for a medical procedure.

10/10/2024

Thoracic anesthesia is a specialized area of anesthesia that focuses on providing anesthesia and pain management for surgeries involving the chest (thoracic) area, including operations on the lungs, heart, esophagus, and other structures within the chest. This field requires specialized knowledge and skills due to the unique challenges and complexities associated with thoracic surgeries.

Thoracic anesthesia is a specialized area of anesthesia that focuses on providing anesthesia and pain management for surgeries involving the chest (thoracic)

06/24/2024

Sinus problems affect millions of individuals worldwide, causing discomfort and disruptions to daily life.

Sinus problems affect millions of individuals worldwide, causing discomfort and disruptions to daily life. For those whose symptoms persist despite medication

05/25/2023

Prefilled syringes have become a valuable tool in modern anesthetic practices. These syringes increase patient safety, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and more.

In the rapidly evolving field of medical anesthesia, prefilled syringes have emerged as a powerful tool, offering myriad advantages to both healthcare

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New Orleans, LA
70112

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