Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast

Episode 335: Keywords Part 34: Common Complications 30.05.2026 47p

In this 335th episode I welcome Dr. Tym Kajstura back to the show for another ABA Keyword Episode. We cover what they call common complications in anesthesia, a grab bag of high yield board topics. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 334: Master Clinician Part 11: Dr. Phil Adams 16.05.2026 1ó 1p

In this 334th episode I welcome Dr. Phil Adams to the show for another master clinician episode. Dr. Adams is a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist and transplant anesthesiologist at University of Pittsburgh and we discuss his lessons learned and tips and tricks from his clinical career and life. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 333: Tiffany Moon 02.05.2026 58p

In this 333rd episode I welcome Dr. Tiffany Moon to the show to discuss her wide ranging career and life as a mother, wife, anesthesiologist, author, entrepreneur, reality TV star and more. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 332: Buprenorphine with Tom Hickey 18.04.2026 59p

In this 332nd episode I welcome Dr. Tom Hickey to the show to discuss Buprenorphine. We discuss it's pharmacology, safety, use in OUD, Chronic pain, acute perioperative pain, we address some common myths and we talk about future directions. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 331: Dental Anesthesia Update with Connor Schmenk 05.04.2026 1ó 28p

In this 331st episode I welcome Dr. Connor Schmenk, a dental anesthesiologist, to the show to discuss the ins and outs of performing anesthesia in the dental office. We discuss the training that dental anesthesiologists have and the ways to make sure you are prepared to keep your patients safe in a dental office or any similar environment.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 330: Keywords Part 33 Neuroanatomy 21.03.2026 42p

In this 330th episode I welcome Dr. Tym Kajstura back to the show for another ABA Keyword episode. We cover the anatomy of the brain, spine and spinal cord. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 329: SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP1 Receptor Agonists with Dr. Tyler Jones 07.03.2026 51p

In this 329th episode I welcome Dr. Tyler Jones, founder of the Anesthesia Thoughts Blog, to the show to discuss management of SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP1 receptor agonists. We discuss the evidence for and against holding them before surgery and what you need to know to manage patients on them.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 328: AnesthesiaGawd 21.02.2026 51p

In this 328th episode I welcome AnesthesiaGawd to the show to discuss his incredibly successful instagram page which has over 270.000 followers and gets 16 million views every month. We discuss how he started the page, some of the joys and challenges, all time favorite memes, the impact it has allowed him to have on other people's lives, and where he might take it in the future.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 327: Name/Claim/Aim: The ABCs of Team Organization with Drs. Minehart and Setnik 07.02.2026 1ó 2p

In this 327th episode I welcome Drs. Rebecca Minehart and Lon Setnik to the show to discuss the framework Name/Claim/Aim--a way to quickly and effectively organize teams and find your voice in a crisis.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 326: Keywords Part 32: Extra Topics with Dr. Kajstura 24.01.2026 38p

In this 326th episode I welcome Dr. Tym Kajstura back to the show for another ABA Keyword episode. We discuss the extra topics that don't fall under any other category including ethics, substance abuse, licensure and certification, and patient safety.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 325: The WISH Inventory and Well-Being in Anesthesiology with Drs. Higgins and Vinson 10.01.2026 53p

In this 325th episode I welcome Drs. Elliot Higgins and Amy Vinson to the show to discuss the development of the Well-Being Influencers Survey for Healthcare (WISH) inventory and how it is changing the way we think about, study and improve well-being in medicine. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 324: Master Clinician Part 10: Dr. Bridget Marroquin 28.12.2025 48p

In this 324th episode I welcome Dr. Bridget Marroquin to be our 10th Master Clinician. We discuss her switch from OB/Gyn to Anesthesiologist and her accumulated wisdom about OB Anesthesiology. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 323: Addressing Incivility in Healthcare with Dr. Sam DeMaria 14.12.2025 58p

In this 323rd episode I welcome Dr. Sam DeMaria to the show to discuss his new book "The Invisible Cut: Incivility's Silent Toll on Healthcare". We discuss why incivility is so common in healthcare, how to address it in the moment, and how we can build a more civil culture in the future.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 322: Live from ASA 2025 Addressing Cognitive Errors with Dr. Joyce Wahr 29.11.2025 50p

In this 322nd episode I share the recording from our live podcast at the Anesthesiology Annual Meeting in San Antonio Texas. I interview Dr. Joyce Wahr about her work with patient safety and her interest in cognitive errors. We discuss why we make these errors and how to prevent them.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 321: Reducing Barriers to Mental Health Care for Physicians with Drs. Saddawi-Konefka, Ehrenfeld and Moutier 16.11.2025 1ó 2p

In this 321st episode I welcome Drs. Saddawi-Konefka, Ehrenfeld and Yu Moutier to the show to discuss how we can reduce barriers to mental health care for physicians and other health care providers, why this is so important, and concrete steps that leaders and institutions can take today. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 320: Impella Update with Drs. Essandoh and Cody 02.11.2025 47p

In this 320th episdode I welcome Drs. Essandoh and Cody back to the show to discuss the latest data and guidelines around the use of the Impella device and how it compares to IABP and ECMO.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 319: Master Clinician Part 9: Dr. Michaela Farber 18.10.2025 46p

In this 319th episode I welcome another master clinician to the show. Dr. Michaela Farber is the inaugural Mass General Brigham Chief of OB Anesthesiology and a world expert in OB Anesthesia and OB Fellowship training. We talk about the lessons she has learned, often alongside her fellows, over the years.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 318: Pain During C-Section Revisited with Drs. Hofkamp and Sharpe 05.10.2025 1ó 11p

In this 318th episode I welcome Dr. Mike Hofkamp and Dr. Emily Sharpe back to the show to discuss the problem of inadequate analgesia during c-sections. We discuss the issues that came up in The Retrievals Podcast, how to prevent pain, how to treat it if it happens, and how and when to convert to GA.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 317: Financial Planning Update for 2025 with Justin Harvey 21.09.2025 58p

In this 317th episode I welcome Justin Harvey, CFP, back to the show to discuss what's new in the financial world for anesthesia providers in 2025. We discuss trends in compensation, the employment outlook, the pros and cons of doing a fellowship, the most common financial mistakes he sees people make, what different practice settings have to offer, and an update on student loan forgiveness. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 316: Keywords Part 31: Airway Anatomy and Pharmacology with Tym Kajstura 07.09.2025 38p

In this 316th episode I welcome Dr. Kajstura back to the show to discuss the high yield topics of airway anatomy and pharmacology. Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Factor and use my code factormeals.com/accrac50off for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com* Check out Kiwi Biosciences and use my code icaneatagain.com/ACCRAC for a great deal: https://www.kiwibiosciences.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/accrac for a great deal: https://www.quince.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy