Education and training | TMT at EA24
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Euroanaesthesia is recognised worldwide as one of the most important and influential annual congresses in anaesthesiology and intensive care. Organised by The European Society of Intensive Care Medicine (ESICM). This year, TopMedTalk is there in Munich, Germany, bringing you exclusive coverage. This piece focuses upon bringing education to a wider selection of people and new ways of disseminating information. Presented by Desiree Chappell and Kate Leslie with their guests, Markus Klimek, Director, Residency Training Program, Vice-Chairman, Associate Professor, Erasmus MC, Department of...
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Bio statisticians in clinical trials | TMT in PRATO
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This piece was recorded at the The 7th Collaborative Clinical Trials in Anaesthesiology Conference, Prato, Italy. The discussion centers around the roles and contributions of bio statisticians in clinical trials. Presented by Kate Leslie and Andy Cumpstey with their guests, Jessica Kasza, Professor of Biostatistics, Data Analytics/Modelling and Health Economics at Monash University and Elizabeth Ryan, Research Fellow at Monash University.
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TopMedTalks to... Henrik Kehlet: The evolution and challenges of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) | #ANES24
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This important piece shines a light on the evolution and challenges of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS). If you’ve never listened to TopMedTalk, this is a great place to start. If you’ve listened before it’s possible you’ve heard us talking with excitement about today’s guest, we hope you find this session to be worth the wait. Hear how our guest's insights on the need for an understanding of the pathophysiological basis and integrated pre-, intra- and post-operative care for the best patient centered outcomes. We cover the concept of “DReaMing” (Drinking, Eating,...
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Pediatric Hemodynamics | #ANES24
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TopMedTalk at The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)'s annual general meeting; Anesthesiology 2024. We’re bringing you a series of podcasts from the conference. Make sure you check our podcast feed and are subscribed to TopMedTalk, as we are currently releasing episodes more often than usual to accommodate high demand. This piece provides much needed focus on the topic of pediatrics and hemodynamics. Is it true to say that children are completely different to adults? What information do we need and what should the considerations around this topic really be? Presented by Desiree...
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Redefining Workforce and Leadership in Anesthesiology | #ANES24
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This piece addresses challenges in anesthesiology, workforce dynamics, leadership development, and operational efficiency. Flexible employment models, such as part-time roles and tailored schedules, are helping attract and retain talent while reducing burnout and reliance on locum tenens. Are we seeing a shift from crisis management to long-term strategic planning? How can organizations, focused on innovation, leadership training, and fostering professional satisfaction, create a more stable and collaborative environment for clinicians and patients alike? Presented by Desiree Chappell and her...
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TopMedTalks to Mandy Spitzer | AANA 2024
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TopMedTalk recorded this piece at the annual meeting of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) in San Diego. With over 64,000 members, including practicing CRNAs and nurse anesthesia residents, the AANA facilitates professional standards, advocacy, and social networking. This discussion highlights the importance of cultivating strong educational programs and strategic affiliations to ensure high-quality anesthesia care in the U.S. Presented by Desiree Chappell, TopMedTalk’s Co-Editor-in-Chief and Vice President of Clinical Quality at NorthStar Anesthesia, and co-host Randy...
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Recruitment and training at NorthStar anesthesia | #ANES24
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TopMedTalk is on location at the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) annual meeting, Anesthesiology 2024. In this episode, we feature a brief discussion on the conference highlights, trends in anesthesia recruitment, and insights into what it’s like to work for NorthStar Anesthesia. Presented by Desiree Chappell, CRNA, Co-Editor in Chief of TopMedTalk and Vice President of Clinical Quality for NorthStar Anesthesia, with special guests Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar Anesthesia, and Jim Roberts, Chief Medical Officer of NorthStar Anesthesia
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Healthcare leadership with Professor Shelley Dolan | TMT Down Under
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This episode captures a blend of practical insights, high-level strategy, and the enduring need for empathy in healthcare leadership. We explore the importance of preparing patients physically and mentally before surgery. We look at how the challenges of activity-based funding (as practiced in Australia and the UK) require balancing care quality with financial constraints and ask; is it time for bold systemic changes? We also look at the importance of a collaborative approach to working with politicians and policymakers to ensure better adoption of quality and safety practices in healthcare....
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The Anesthesia Quality Institute (AQI) | #ANES24
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This piece focuses on the Anesthesia Quality Institute (AQI), founded in 2009 by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) to promote patient safety and operational efficiency in the profession. The AQI was created for the specific purpose of building and maintaining a national registry of anesthesia cases and outcomes, to enable the benchmarking of patient care in the perioperative period. Presented by Desiree Chappell and Monty Mythen with their guests, Randall Clark, Director of The Anesthesia Quality Institute and immediate past President of The American Society of Anesthesiologists,...
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TopMedTalks to... Dru Riddle | AANA 2024
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TopMedTalk was in attendance at the annual meeting of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) in San Diego this year. With over 64,000 members, including practicing CRNAs and nurse anesthesia residents, the AANA facilitates professional standards, advocacy, and social networking. How does it work? Where are standards being raised? What drives progress in the field of anesthesiology? Desiree Chappell, TopMedTalk’s Co-Editor-in-Chief and Lead Anchor, as well as Vice President of Clinical Quality for NorthStar Anesthesia, speaks with Dru Riddle, PhD, DNAP, CRNA, FAAN, Professor...
info_outlineThis episode underscores the evolution of perioperative medicine, the importance of innovation, teamwork, and data. The conversation reflects on past achievements and looks forward to future advancements in medical care. Our guest, a seasoned medical professional with a 40-year career, reflects on his journey from a young doctor in London to a consultant in Sydney. His plenary session at the Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) congress highlighted key experiences and innovations in his career.
Presented by Andy Cumpstey with Ross Kerridge, Senior Staff Anaesthetist at the John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, Australia and Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle.