Anesthesiology Journal's podcast

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Leah Acker, Ph.D., M.D. Articles Discussed: Mixed-Methods Analysis of Preoperative Distress and Postoperative Outcomes in a Prospective, Observational Cohort of Older Transcript

Discover groundbreaking research on propofol's impact on pediatric respiratory events and the effectiveness of warming blankets in preventing hypothermia. Dive into the growing yet small field of anesthesiology trials, and learn how ketamine can help sensitive patients post-mastectomy. Explore alarming links between chronic pain and cognitive decline, the benefits of buprenorphine for opioid use during pregnancy, and the push for opioid-free anesthesia. Plus, gain insights into the need for training in EEG interpretation for critically ill patients.

Moderator: James Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Jie Sun, M.D., Ph.D. and Clyde Matava, M.B.Ch.B.., M.Med., M.H.S.C. Articles Discussed: Effect of Intravenous, Inhalational, or Combined Anesthesia Maintenance on Postoperative Respiratory Adverse Events in Children Undergoing Adenotonsillectomy (AmPRAEC): A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial Choice of Anesthetic Maintenance Is Not Merely a Matter of Preference, but One of Safety: Insights from the AmPRAEC Study Transcript

Join Kristin L. Schreiber, a leader in regional anesthesia and expert in pain management, alongside Eric S. Schwenk, a professor focused on individualized care in perioperative medicine. They dive into a groundbreaking trial exploring ketamine’s role in managing acute pain after breast surgery. Discover how patient traits influence pain responses, the surprising prevalence of chronic pain post-surgery, and the complexities of balancing standardized care with individual patient needs. Their insights on central sensitization and the nuances of ketamine's efficacy are both illuminating and essential for future pain management strategies.

Rutger van der Schrier, M.D., Ph.D., a postdoctoral scholar at Leiden University, and Steven L. Shafer, M.D., a professor emeritus of anesthesiology, dive into fentanyl's impact on ventilation. They discuss how fentanyl's ventilatory depression is complicated by individual variability and environmental factors, revealing surprising insights from their study on healthy volunteers. The conversation explores ethical concerns, opioid receptor complexities, and innovative modeling techniques to predict respiratory effects. A must-listen for anyone interested in opioid pharmacology!

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Taiki Kojima, M.D., M.P.H. and Clyde Matava, M.B.Ch.B.., M.Med., M.H.S.C. Articles Discussed: Adverse Events Associated with Airway Management in Pediatric Anesthesia: A Prospective, Multicenter, Observational Japan Pediatric Difficult Airway in Anesthesia (J-PEDIA) Study Airway Management Issues in Japanese Children Are No Different: Insights from the J-PEDIA Study Transcript

Moderator: James Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Osama Abou-Arab, M.D. PH.D. and Matthieu Legrand, M.D., Ph.D. Articles Discussed: Early Use of Norepinephrine in High-risk Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial Preventing Hypotension during Induction of General Anesthesia: Is Preemptive Norepinephrine the Answer? Transcript

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. November 2025, Volume 143, Issue 5 Overview of November issue original studies.

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. October 2025, Volume 143, Issue 4 Overview of October issue original studies. Transcript

Moderator: James Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Ji-Hyun Lee, M.D., Ph.D. and Andrew J. Davidson, M.D., M.B.B.S. Articles Discussed: Effects of Dexmedetomidine-Remifentanil on Neurodevelopment of Children after Inhalation Anesthesia: A Randomized Clinical Trial The Second Randomized Trial to Suggest You Shouldn't Change Your Anesthetic in Infants to Avoid Neurotoxicty Transcript