Best Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Podcasts (2025)

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Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation, President, Dan Cole | IARS 18:16

30d ago18:16

18:16

Join us at the International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS) and Society of Critical Care meeting in Honolulu, Hawaii. Here we look at the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) and speak about the latest advancements and key discussions from the conference. Major topics include the risks and management of intraoperative hypotension, gaps i…

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Review of the 2025 IARS conference | IARS 24:29

1d ago24:29

24:29

Recorded at the close of the recent IARS (International Anesthesia Research Society) annual meeting held in Honolulu, Hawaii. Our co-editor in Chief Professor Mike Grocott’s arrival at the IARS from the UK was delayed by a fire at Heathrow airport. This piece turns his late arrival into your good fortune, as both Professor Kate Leslie and Professor…

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#251 Surgical Fires: The 30% Oxygen Rule 16:11

7d ago16:11

16:11

Surgical fires are devastating yet entirely preventable events that continue to occur in operating rooms around the world. This eye-opening episode features biomedical engineer Mark Bruley and anesthesiologist Dr. Jeffrey Feldman, who share decades of expertise investigating and preventing these catastrophic incidents. The conversation reveals why …

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The Cipher HPI trial with Sandy Jackson | IARS 16:18

9d ago16:18

16:18

The Cipher HPI study focuses on continuous, iterative, perioperative, holistic risk evaluation using advanced hemodynamic monitoring data. The study, integrates preoperative and intraoperative data to predict the need for vasopressors or fluid after surgery. We discuss the study's methodology, results, and the potential implications for clinical pr…

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#250 Sugammadex in Special Populations: What Every Anesthesia Professional Needs to Know 18:58

14d ago18:58

18:58

Sugammadex safety considerations span across patient populations with renal impairment, pediatric patients, and pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, requiring nuanced clinical decision-making based on current evidence and ongoing research. • Sugammadex reversal of moderate blockade is safe and faster than using neostigmine/cisatracurium for patie…

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The PREPARE trial with Daniel McIsaac | IARS 22:16

16d ago22:16

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The PREPARE trial is a randomized control trial aimed at improving surgical outcomes for older patients with frailty through prehabilitation. This discussion covers the inspiration behind the trial, the structure of the prehabilitation program, and the trial's results. Despite not finding significant improvements in the primary outcomes across all …

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#249 Sugammadex Safety: Special Populations, Special Concerns 16:48

21d ago16:48

16:48

Discover the critical safety considerations when using Sugammadex, the seemingly "magical" neuromuscular blockade reversal agent that's fundamentally changed anesthesia practice. We delve deep into the science behind this medication and examine its use in three challenging patient populations: those with renal failure, pregnant patients, and pediat…

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Gender Disparities in Surgical Efficiency and Outcomes | IARS 18:03

23d ago18:03

18:03

In this piece we discuss a ground breaking study on gender differences in surgical efficiency and outcomes with Anika Bald, a medical student from Germany, and Dr. Matthias Eikermann, a clinician scientist and department chair at Montefiore Einstein in New York. The study reveals that women surgeons have shorter delays to starting surgical add-on c…

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#248 Beyond the Mask: An OpenAnesthesia Collaboration on Perioperative Drug Safety 16:35

28d ago16:35

16:35

Medication safety remains a cornerstone of anesthesia practice with complex environments and high-stakes decisions requiring vigilant attention to prevent errors. This collaboration between APSF and OpenAnesthesia spotlights critical aspects of perioperative drug safety with practical insights from Dr. Juan Li, a cardiothoracic anesthesia fellow at…

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#247 Nudge Your Way to Greener Pediatric Anesthesia 13:44

1M ago13:44

13:44

Climate change has arrived in the operating room, and pediatric anesthesiologists are taking action. Dr. Eva Lu-Boettcher, pediatric anesthesiologist and Director of Anesthesia Quality and Safety at the University of Wisconsin Children's Hospital, shares her journey toward sustainable anesthesia after witnessing firsthand the effects of climate cha…

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TopMedTalks to Manu Malbrain 30:51

1M ago30:51

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The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) is the largest non-profit medical organization dedicated to promoting excellence and consistency in the practice of critical care. This piece is presented from their annual conference this year. Presented by Desiree Chappell and Monty Mythen with their guest Manu Malbrain, CMO of Medaman, an initiative t…

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#246 Ditching Nitrous Oxide: The Bike Commuter's Guide to Safe and Sustainable Anesthesia 18:21

1M ago18:21

18:21

Dr. Liz Hansen takes us behind the scenes of a remarkable transformation at Seattle Children's Hospital, where pediatric anesthesiologists have reduced their greenhouse gas emissions by over 90% without compromising patient safety. A lifelong environmentalist and bike commuter, Dr. Hansen was shocked to discover that anesthesia gases contributed to…

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Advancing Patient Safety in Anesthesia, Insights from Sven Stander | TopMedTalk 35:15

1M ago35:15

35:15

This piece discusses significant advancements and ongoing challenges in anesthesia and perioperative medicine. Our guest shares his journey from his training days at the University of Basel to his influential work in patient safety across Europe; including pioneering efforts with incident reporting and simulation training inspired by collaborations…

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Implementation Q&A | EBPOM World Congress 21:13

1M ago21:13

21:13

This piece is part four of a four part series on “Implementation, what works and what doesn’t?”. Part one is here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/joyce-yeung-why-dont-we-implement-trial-results-ebpom-world-congress Part two is here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/professional-organisations-the-ebb-and-flow-of-eras-ebpom-world-congress And part three …

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#245 Unmasking Medical Misinformation 15:13

2M ago15:13

15:13

In our latest episode, we dive headfirst into the growing issue of medical misinformation and its alarming effect on anesthesia patient safety. As patients increasingly turn to social media for health information, the risks of encountering inaccurate content have soared, posing challenges for healthcare professionals. Join us as we explore a recent…

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Implementation – what works and what doesn’t? NHS leader perspective – incentives and penalties? | EBPOM World Congress 14:31

2M ago14:31

14:31

Recorded at Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) in London last year this presentation is the third of a series of four sessions under the heading: “Implementation – what works and what doesn’t?”. This piece is the third talk in the series, the first is here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/joyce-yeung-why-dont-we-implement-trial-results-ebp…

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#244 Battling Myths and Misinformation: Ensuring Patient Safety in Anesthesia 15:12

2M ago15:12

15:12

Join us as we dive into the critical topic of medical misinformation and its alarming impact on patient safety, particularly in the field of anesthesia. In this compelling episode, we unpack how misconceptions shape patient trust and communication with healthcare providers. Our conversation features insightful commentary from Dr. George Tewfik, who…

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Professional organisations: the ebb and flow of ERAS | EBPOM World Congress 16:12

2M ago16:12

16:12

Recorded at Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) in London last year this presentation is the second of a series of four sessions under the heading: “Implementation – what works and what doesn’t?”. This piece is the second talk in the series, the first is here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/joyce-yeung-why-dont-we-implement-trial-results-e…

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#243 Unlocking Insights for Safer Anesthesia: Key Findings from the Literature and a Case Report 16:56

2M ago16:56

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This episode delves into key findings in the literature, focusing on the nuances of neuromuscular blockade in pediatric patients and novel advancements in intubation techniques to enhance patient safety. We explore significant insights from recent studies that highlight age-related differences in recovery times from neuromuscular blockade and pract…

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Joyce Yeung – Why don’t we implement trial results? | EBPOM World Congress 25:05

2M ago25:05

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Recorded at Evidence Based Perioperative Medicine (EBPOM) in London last year this presentation is part of a series of talks given under the session heading: “Implementation – what works and what doesn’t?”. This piece is part one of four, with two more presentations to come and then a fascinating panel discussion to conclude. This first session foc…

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#242 Enhancing Anesthesia Patient Safety: Literature Reviews, Guidelines, and Recommendations 19:33

2M ago19:33

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Feeling overwhelmed about staying up to date with the anesthesia literature? We hope you will check out the APSF's In The Literature section. This resource brings you straightforward summaries of recent high-impact articles related to anesthesia patient safety. This episode highlights crucial updates in the literature concerning diabetes management…

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Annual digest - Part 2 | TopMedTalk 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

This is part two of a two part program covering some of the most listened to pieces we've done in the last 12 months. We'd love you to check out part 1, which is here: https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/annual-digest-part-1-topmedtalk In this piece we cover and reflect upon the following podcasts: "The evolution of the Impella device in anesthesia, crit…

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#241 The Impact of ISO 80369-6 Neuraxial Connectors: Patient Safety Challenges and Opportunities 19:30

3M ago19:30

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This episode discusses the implementation of ISO 80369-6 neuraxial connectors in Japan, analyzing the challenges faced and the implications for patient safety. The conversation highlights the importance of clinician involvement and the need for clear communication and trials during the transition to new medical standards. • Overview of ISO 80369-6 …

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Annual digest - Part 1 | TopMedTalk 15:45

3M ago15:45

15:45

This is the first of a two part program which covers some of the most listened to pieces we've done in the last 12 months. If you want to follow up on these conversations and get the full detail, for free, follow these links here: "Cardiovascular risk evaluation for non-cardiac surgery, guidelines" - https://topmedtalk.libsyn.com/cardiovascular-ris…

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#240 Enhancing International Anesthesia Patient Safety: Insights on ISO Standards 17:00

3M ago17:00

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The episode explores the challenges and lessons learned from Japan's recent implementation of ISO 80369-6 standards in anesthesia practices, highlighting the critical importance of clinician involvement in developing safety protocols. We discuss the historical context, issues with communication, and various complications arising from the transition…

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The dignity of end of life care | #PeriSIG24 23:45

3M ago23:45

23:45

In this piece we cover frailty in perioperative and end-of-life care, the assessment of frailty, the challenges of clinical momentum, multidisciplinary team meetings, and the importance of palliative approaches. The conversation also delves into the trajectories at the end of life and the impact of electronic medical records in automating frailty m…

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#239 Enhancing Defibrillation Skills: The APSF's Technology Education Initiative 13:15

3M ago13:15

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Unlock the potential to save lives with our exciting discussion on the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation's Technology Education Initiative course. Featuring Dr. Michael Kazior, an esteemed anesthesiologist and intensivist, we spotlight the crucial skills of manual external defibrillation, cardioversion, and pacing. Dr. Kazior shares his personal…

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Compassion, Empathy and Kindness | #PeriSIG24 21:47

3M ago21:47

21:47

Recorded live from the 13th Australasian Symposium of the Perioperative Medicine Special Interest Group, in collaboration with Summit III and the PeriOperative Quality Initiative (POQI). The theme of the meeting is ‘Improve the quality, enhance the value, protect the future’. This piece provides insights into our guest’s career, the intersection of…

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#238 Solutions to Reduce Pediatric Medication Errors during Anesthesia Care 14:49

3M ago14:49

14:49

Can we significantly reduce pediatric medication errors in anesthesia care? This podcast episode explores the urgent need to address medication errors in pediatric anesthesia, highlighting effective strategies to improve patient safety. We discuss the implementation of tools such as the Anesthesia Medication Template, pre-filled syringes, and barco…

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Patient Safety and Quality: New Standards in Anesthesia | #ANES24 19:02

3M ago19:02

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In this piece, recorded at Anesthesiology 2024 in Philadelphia, TopMedTalk explores the evolving landscape of patient safety and quality standards in anesthesia. What have been the significant shifts in patient safety culture? What is the importance of a proactive approach to risk management in anesthesia? We mention this excellent article: https:/…

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#237 Preventing Pediatric Medication Errors 15:26

3M ago15:26

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Unlock the secrets of preventing pediatric perioperative medication errors with insights from our esteemed guests, Eva Lu-Boettcher and Rahul Koka. Pediatric patients face unique challenges due to variations in body weight and dosing calculations, making them particularly vulnerable to medication errors. Join us as we explore the discrepancies betw…

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TopMedTalks to... Wael Saasouh | #ANES24 21:43

4M ago21:43

21:43

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)'s annual general meeting; Anesthesiology 2024. As usual we are there; building on our reputation for exclusive cutting edge conversations recorded at the conference with some of the key speakers, guests and delegates. Here we discuss advancements in anesthesia research and quality improvement, focusin…

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#236 Revolutionizing Hand Hygiene in Anesthesia: A Path to Safer Surgeries 17:54

4M ago17:54

17:54

What if a simple change in routine could save lives in the operating room? Join us as we explore this possibility with Jonathan Charnin, who shares his expertise and passion for improving hand hygiene practices in anesthesia. Hand hygiene may seem like a small detail, but it plays a crucial role in preventing the spread of pathogens and reducing su…

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