The mission and vision at Euroanaesthesia 2025
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We're at Euroanaesthesia 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. Here we discuss the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care's initiatives, focusing on the innovations in the scientific program in anaesthesia and perioperative medicine, and the importance of inclusivity and diversity within the society. The episode also highlights the future direction of the society, the role of trainees, and offers insights into the upcoming Congress in Rotterdam. Listeners are encouraged to apply for roles and join the society for its educational resources and global networking opportunities. Presented by...
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Patient Safety, Sustainability, and AI in Anaesthesiology
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Recorded at Euroanesthesia 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal, the annual meeting of the European Society of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care. The episode features an interview with Edoardo de Roberti, a former ESAIC president, who shares insights into the challenges and advancements in the field of anesthesiology. Key topics include patient safety, sustainability in medical practices, and the role of artificial intelligence in improving anesthesiology. Eduardo also discusses workforce shortages in Europe and the importance of maintaining a well-trained and happy workforce for optimal patient outcomes....
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Advancing Patient Safety in Anaesthesiology
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Recorded at the Euroanaesthesia 2025 meeting in Lisbon, Portugal. Here the focus is on patient safety in anaesthesiology. We discuss the importance of patient safety preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively, with innovations in perioperative medicine and artificial intelligence. The ESAIC Patient Safety and Quality Committee developed a patient safety education project: the Safer Care to Save Lives, a comprehensive package of patient safety education for anaesthesiologists, healthcare professionals, hospital management and patients. We also look at the need for standardized...
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Innovations in Monitoring Right Heart Failure with the Swan IQ Catheter
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In this piece we discuss the intricacies of right heart failure, the differences between the right and left ventricles, and the challenges of early detection and monitoring. With a focus upon research we discuss the Swan-Ganz IQ pulmonary artery catheter, with the FastCCO algorithm, from BD Advanced Patient Monitoring. We cover its innovative capabilities, explore its impact on patient care and look particularly at high-risk patients like those with pulmonary hypertension and LVADs. The episode highlights the importance of new monitoring techniques, future research directions, and the promise...
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Exploring Cerebral Autoregulation
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Our guest, Chiara Robba, delves into her work on cerebral autoregulation in relation to critical illness. We explore the mechanisms of cerebral autoregulation in healthy and brain-injured patients, the potential of new monitoring technologies, and the importance of personalized patient care. The discussion also touches on the broader implications for managing blood pressure in various clinical scenarios, including sepsis and shoulder surgery. Presented by Kate Leslie and Monty Mythen with their guest, Chiara Robba who is Professor of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, IRCSS Policlinico San...
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Evolution of the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care
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Euroanaesthesia 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. Here we look at the history and progress of the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. We speak about the amalgamation of three separate societies into one, the inclusion of intensive care, key milestones like the Helsinki, Glasgow and Mellon-Olsen Declarations, and the significance of involving trainees. We also highlight the Society’s efforts in promoting research and its relationship with the European Journal of Anaesthesiology. More here: Presented by Kate Leslie with her guest, Stefan De Hert, emeritus professor of...
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Introduction to Euroanaesthesia 2025
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The TopMedTalk team takes you to Euroanaesthesia 2025: The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care annual meeting in Lisbon, Portugal. The Society is dedicated to supporting professionals in anaesthesiology and intensive care by serving as the hub for development and dissemination of valuable educational, scientific, research, and networking resources. This year we're bringing you interviews with some of the key players and speakers from the conference presented by our very own Professor Kate Leslie, Head of Research in the Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management at Royal...
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TopMedTalks to Manu Malbrain; the patient experience
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This piece follows on from the previous interview with Manu Malbrian, but works as a standalone podcast. It is presented from the annual conference of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), the largest non-profit medical organization dedicated to promoting excellence and consistency in the practice of critical care. Here our guest very kindly shares his personal experience of critical care, before the conversation moves into the patient experience in general. Presented by Desiree Chappell and Monty Mythen with their guest Manu Malbrain, CMO of Medaman, an initiative that seeks to...
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Revolutionizing Anesthesia: The Jaw Elevation Device (JED) - A Deep Dive with Inventor April King
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This piece focuses upon an innovative device that has transformed patient care in Anesthesia; the Jaw Elevation Device (JED), a non-invasive tool designed to keep patients' airways open during moderate anesthesia care (MAC). The conversation explores the challenges of MAC, the device's adaptability across different patient demographics, and its impact on improving patient safety and practitioner efficiency. Learn more about the evolution of JED, its clinical applications, and where to find this groundbreaking device. Presented by Desiree Chappell with April King, Co-Founder, Director,...
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Review of the 2025 ANZCA Annual Scientific Meeting in Cairns
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In this piece, we recap the last five days at the ANZCA Annual Scientific Meeting. We visit highlights from the plenary speaker presentations by Chris Connor, Alana Flexman, Ramani Moonesinghe, Kevin Fong and Eugenie Kayak. We talk about the original research presented at the meeting including the breaking trials session. Then we review the great discussions we had with journal editors at the meeting. Finally we reflect on the great social events at the meeting, that foster fellowship and collegiality among anaesthetists. Go to our app or website to hear great podcasts recorded during the...
info_outline"TopMedTalk Down Under" continues 'as live' coverage of the 2024 Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) and Faculty of Pain Medicine's Annual Scientific Meeting.
This piece explores the challenges and rewards of working in global health and the importance of collaboration and education in improving healthcare systems.
Presented by Andy Cumpstey, Clinical lecturer, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton, England, and Kate Leslie, Professor, Specialist Anaesthetist and Head of Research at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the University of Melbourne with their guests Amanda Baric, Order of the Polar Star, Deputy Director of the Department of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine at Northern Health and Debra Devonshire, visiting medical officer at Monash Health, Cabrini and Peninsula private hospitals.