Anemia is an independent risk factor associated with significant morbidity and mortality. As such, managing and treating a patient’s anemia is critical to reducing the associated risks of bleeding and transfusions.1 Patient blood management is a multidisciplinary approach to managing…
The aging body is predisposed to developing pain. Osteoarthritis of the neck and lower back, chronic joint pain, and musculoskeletal pain are some of the most common complaints among the elderly. However, the complex links between chronic pain, opioid use,…
Atrial fibrillation (A Fib) is the most common sustained arrhythmia among adults. A Fib is characterized by disorganized cardiac conduction within the atria, resulting in an irregularly irregular heart rhythm. The hallmark electrocardiographic (EKG) finding associated with A Fib is…
Residency is an essential milestone among the multiple stages of a medical education. After attending medical school, participating in required clinical rotations and sub-internships, and completing a post-graduation internship year, qualified medical students go on to become junior residents. The…
Anesthesiologists are fundamental to the surgical care team. The role of an anesthesiologist extends beyond simply administering medication to patients; anesthesiologists must also have experience in pre-operative planning, pain management, and patient subgroup analyses in order to ensure effective and…
Anesthesia providers are in a position to serve at the forefront of the evolution of patient care. The primary professional duty of an anesthesiologist is to ensure that every patient experiences a safe, accurate procedure with a palatable post-operative recovery…
In recent years, the medical literature has increased the emphasis on patient-provider relationships. In the context of this relationship, it is critical for the provider to practice empathy with their patients, as exemplified by the art of listening. The importance…
In 2018, a major academic hospital was placed in a state of urgency when they were reported for four cases of patient misidentification, each of which resulted in erroneous and inappropriate medical care[1]. In more than one case, patients received…
As healthcare in the United States continue to develop, the patient’s medical record has evolved from a set of pages held in hard copy in a physician’s office. In most, if not all, healthcare providers nationwide, a patient’s medical record…
Surgical site infections (SSI) are the target of several national and institutional initiatives as they not uncommon, affecting 1-3% of post-operative patients.1 While some infections are superficial and associated with mild irritation and discharge, deeper infections can impair wound healing,…