Best Anesthetists Podcasts (2025)

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Summer Check-in + 2 Announcements! 15:42

1d ago15:42

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During this mid summer break check-in I announce the launch of CAA Matters, the first comprehensive professional development and wellness curriculum designed specifically for the Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant profession. After years of development, I'm piloting the program with 4 NSU AA programs and expanding offerings to both AA programs an…

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As Dr. Theresa Tam steps down, she urges Canada to stand strong on public health 32:47

6d ago32:47

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Dr. Theresa Tam steps down this week after eight years as Canada’s chief public health officer. Best known for leading the COVID-19 public health response, Tam tells Dr. Brian Goldman in a sit-down interview that Canada urgently needs a national vaccine registry to better manage outbreaks like measles, and must do more to support science and fight …

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Ep103. Advanced Recovery Room Care with Professor Guy Ludbrook 34:53

9d ago34:53

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Advanced Recovery Room Care (ARRC) is a concept that has changed the way I think about our model of care when it comes to or surgical patients. Come and meet the man behind the concept, Professor Guy Ludbrook. We discuss his ideas on innovation and dive into ARRC. Email [email protected] for more information or an introduction…

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Dr. Eric Topol on the science of longevity when science is in peril 26:42

13d ago26:42

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Cardiologist, scientist and bestselling author Dr. Eric Topol's new book "Super Agers" distills decades of research on how to make us healthier for longer. Topol says that humanity is on the cusp of developing treatments to help tame cancer, dementia and other chronic diseases… just as political forces in the U.S. are shutting down that research.…

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Decarbonising healthcare With Dr Eugenie Kayak 28:19

19d ago28:19

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--------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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Alberta's measles problem 26:39

20d ago26:39

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Alberta is dealing with almost 800 cases of measles, the most in nearly forty years. Dr. Mark Joffe is an infectious disease physician who recently served as Alberta's chief medical officer of health (CMOH). He says there’s a huge need to get the message out that the vaccine is safe and will protect people. Dr. James Talbot, an adjunct professor at…

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Anesthesia Leadership Is Changing - and Not Everyone Will Make the Cut 1:00:55

20d ago1:00:55

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Anesthesia is evolving — and so are its leaders. In this special episode of Anesthesia Deconstructed, we dive into the dynamic shifts happening across the anesthesia landscape, where Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and anesthesiologists are stepping into new leadership roles across clinical, operational, and educational domains. Our…

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Ep102. From cardiac anaesthetist to creative artist with Dr Shari Hall 42:02

25d ago42:02

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Have you ever wondered whether you have made the right career choice? What if your passion was for a totally different career? And after graduating from 2 Ivy League universities and achieving success in a highly competitive sub specialty field, could you give it up to follow your passion? I explore all this and more with Dr Shari Hall who left ana…

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Final Exam Tips with Prize Winner Dr Meg 56:20

25d ago56:20

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Thank you Dr Meg for sharing so many amazing practical tips for passing the Final Exam. And most importantly thank you for giving so generously to medical education and all the amazing teaching you do for ABCs of Anaesthesia! You're a legend! --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/a…

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Pregnancy and epidurals - Junior Anaesthesia Vivas 40:38

26d ago40:38

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Viva Stem You are called to assess 30yo G2P1. She is not progressing well and may need an epidural NKA. What do you want to know on assessment --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podca…

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Family doctor who quit teaches the next gen how to stay 26:42

27d ago26:42

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After 25+ years as a family physician, Dr. Fan-Wah Mang closed her practice because she burned out. Now, she’s at Humber River Hospital in Toronto, teaching the next generation of family doctors how to avoid the pitfalls that made her leave. Two of the residents know what they’ll need to be a family physician long term, and it may surprise you.…

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Junior Anaesthesia Viva - Basics, assessment, intubation, hypoxaemia, pain management 46:29

1M ago46:29

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Viva Stem You meet a 60yo male for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. PMx: IHD, T2DM, HTN. Neuropathic foot pain Medications: Metoprolol Metformin ACEi Statin Pregabalin --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaest…

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Waiting 84 weeks and counting for a new knee 26:39

1M ago26:39

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Thousands of Canadians are in line for a joint replacement surgery. Tracey Knowlton is one of them, waiting over 84 weeks for a knee replacement. Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephen Kwan says long waits are an ongoing, system-wide problem. Health-care policy experts like Tom McIntosh say we know how to make it better and faster for patients, but provinc…

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Lights Out Trailer 1:05

1M ago1:05

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Hosted by FAAA board member Elizabeth Carter, Lights Out is a groundbreaking podcast that puts the spotlight on the real issues, experiences, and voices within the anesthesiologist assistant (AA) community. Each episode features in-depth conversations with leaders across the profession. Check out the trailer for season one!…

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Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Jonathan Ripp 47:12

1M ago47:12

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Send us a text In today’s episode, Matthew has a discussion with Dr. Jonathan Ripp. He is the Chief Wellness Officer and Dean of Well-Being and Resilience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Dr Ripp has authored many publications on the subject of healthcare provider wellness including many articles, a textbook, and Nat…

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Ep101. ADVANCE your CPD with Dr Sarah Lee 27:04

1M ago27:04

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Dr Sarah Lee, an anaesthetist in Melbourne and tour de force in bringing accessible, interesting and practical CPD meetings to you. And they qualify for those hard to get Practice Audit CPD points! (To be eligible for those points, you'll need to do the pre-meeting survey and participate in the meeting). The next ADVANCE meeting is on Monday 26th M…

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ENCORE: The early bird gets the derm 26:40

1M ago26:40

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A crowd lines up every weekday at a unique walk-in dermatology clinic in Toronto. People have conditions ranging from severe rashes to potentially cancerous moles, and can’t wait months for an appointment with a skin doctor. Dr. Davindra Singh, who runs the clinic, calls it a dermatology crisis.

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2024 Final Exam Viva 2 Demo with Dr Vida 28:58

2M ago28:58

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--------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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The treatment centre that grief built, part 2 26:43

2M ago26:43

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At the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre for men in Winnipeg, over 90% of the staff are in recovery from substance abuse themselves. Staffers like Terrence Morrin use "lived expertise" to create a circle of recovery. He first came to the centre as a participant two years ago, after detoxing on the floor of a prison cell. Today, he's helping other guys lik…

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A Murdered CEO, Anesthesia Reimbursement (Almost) Restricted and Ubiquitous Corporate ‘Greedflation’: Signs of the Times? 4:42

2M ago4:42

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A healthcare company executive is shot in the back, murdered in cold blood; an angry populace chafes at the rising costs of health insurance and denials in coverage; and a privately held insurance company schemes to fatten its bottom line by restricting reimbursement for anesthesia services. In the parlance of that god-awful, hackneyed expression, …

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2024 Final Exam Viva 1 Demo with Dr Vida 25:37

2M ago25:37

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--------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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Ep100. 100 Episodes Strong - Reflecting on Anaesthesia in Australian with Dr Suzi Nou 31:46

2M ago31:46

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Pop the champagne and come and celebrate 100 episodes of the Australian Anaesthesia podcast with me! Thank you to all the wonderful guests over the years, the Australian Society of Anaesthetists and most of all, YOU, for listening and supporting me and this podcast. Here are the links to some of the episodes I mention: Ep10: Fit Testing with Occupa…

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2024 Medical Viva Demo with Dr Vida - Ex Chair of Exams 39:29

2M ago39:29

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--------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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The treatment centre that grief built, part 1 26:41

2M ago26:41

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When sportscaster Scott Oake isn't rinkside at NHL games, he's often hanging out at a substance abuse treatment centre in Winnipeg. He's there to be close to his late son. An urn with Bruce's ashes greets everyone who walks through the doors of Bruce Oake Recovery Centre. In the first of a two-part series, Dr. Brian Goldman visits the centre to mee…

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Tariffs Expected to Worsen Shortages, Increase Drug Prices and Hurt Healthcare 5:45

2M ago5:45

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From never-ending staffing shortages to a myriad of financial challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, the past several years have been exceptionally difficult on the United States' healthcare system. Although many institutions have weathered the storm, some have resorted to private equity, some are on life support and others have closed their doors.…

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What will the federal parties do for health care? 31:39

2M ago31:39

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With election day just around the corner, we know Canadians have questions about health care and how the next federal government can help make it better. That's why we asked candidates from the five major parties about three priority issues: how they would ensure every Canadian has a family doctor or nurse practitioner, what they would do to make i…

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Autonomic Nervous System Function and Catecholamine Synthesis Breakdown with Dr. Sass Elisha, The Nurse Anesthesia 39:17

2M ago39:17

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FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4 Have you ever wondered why your patient becomes tachycardic during intubation—or hypotensive when the surgeon hasn’t even made an incision yet? These aren't just random fluctuations. They're signals from the autonomic nervous system—and as a future CRNA, being able to interpre…

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LIVE Season 4 Finale @ AAAA 2025: [PROCESS] The AAAA Presidency and a Life by Design with Nicole Moore, CAA 55:15

2M ago55:15

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Nicole Moore, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant and 2025 AAAA* President, shares her journey from discovering the CAA profession through a Google search to becoming a pivotal leader in CAA advocacy and education. *American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants In this LIVE Season 4 Finale recorded @ AAAA 2025 you will hear how Nicole: Balances …

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How is the federal government responsible for health care? 26:43

2M ago26:43

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Much of the federal election campaign’s focus has been on the U.S. But health care is always on the minds of Canadians. So what are the federal government’s responsibilities when it comes to health care—especially when six and a half million Canadians don't have a primary care provider? Amélie Quesnel-Vallée, a McGill professor and Canada Research …

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Public healthcare is a national crisis. So why isn't it an election priority? 26:45

3M ago26:45

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The federal election campaign so far has been dominated by curveballs from the U.S. But meanwhile, the state of public healthcare in Canada remains dire. We look at what our listeners have to say about the creep of a two-tier healthcare system, and check in with health law expert Colleen Flood about how Canadians should demand healthcare reform no …

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Planning your anaesthesia elective 34:34

3M ago34:34

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--------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/…

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$150 for 15 minutes, part 2 26:41

3M ago26:41

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More Quebeckers are paying to see a family doc for services that should be covered publicly. Dr. Martin Potter explains why he founded Clinique Santé Plus after 20 years in the public system. But Dr. Bernard Ho of Canadian Doctors for Medicare says Quebec may be a bellwether for the rest of Canada, and private-pay family medicine puts the public sy…

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$150 for 15 minutes, part 1 26:43

3M ago26:43

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In Quebec, family medicine is the latest troubling frontier in a two-tier system that's been quietly growing for years. Dr. Brian Goldman visits Clinique Santé Plus in Vaudreuil to learn why the clinic's youngest doctor turned away from the public system. Two patients - one languishing on a waitlist for a family doctor, and one who can never reach …

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A life or death 40-hour wait in the ER 26:42

3M ago26:42

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Christina Shehata waited 40 hours in an Ontario hospital ER to get an inpatient bed. It’s a common reality in hospitals across Canada. What makes Christina's story different is that her husband, Dr. Adam Shehata, was keenly aware that she could have died. While the hospital did the best it could, Christina says without the aid of a physician spouse…

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How to Get Into CRNA School with Less Than 1 Year of ICU Experience at the Time of Application w. Dalton, Nurse Anesthesia Resident and CSPA Student 20:27

3M ago20:27

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Join the Free CSPA Community! Get real answers and expert guidance in a welcoming space that's free from misinformation and negativity. You don't have to do this alone! Join Now: https://www.cspaedu.com/community What if the hardest part of becoming a CRNA… is simply getting into school? In this inspiring episode, Jenny sits down with Dalton, who r…

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BONUS: The Dose: What do I need to know right now about measles? 22:40

3M ago22:40

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Measles is on the rise, highlighting how a disease considered eliminated in Canada is making a comeback. Recent dramatic outbreaks are worrying people like infectious diseases specialist Dr. Sumon Chakrabarti. He explains why more people are getting measles, how it spreads, the symptoms and the long-term complications. He says getting vaccinated pr…

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Measles in Canada: Where we're at and how we got here 26:44

3M ago26:44

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We're seeing the worst measles numbers in Canada in more than a decade. Dr. Ninh Tran, medical officer of health in the country's hardest hit region of southwestern Ontario, describes how they're fighting to control the spread. And University of Alberta infectious diseases specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger reflects on the "undead zombie of disinformat…

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Meet the people who help sedate you 26:41

3M ago26:41

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A shortage of anesthesiologists in Canada often means postponed operations and procedures. But some hospitals are using anesthesia assistants (AAs) to get more patients into surgeries and routine procedures needing sedation. Dr. Brian Goldman observes AA Rob Bryan during a colonoscopy at an Ontario hospital to find out what he does. And Nova Scotia…

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Nurse Mentorship: Why Mentorship Matters w. Dr. Richard Wilson, DNAP, CRNA and Dr. Stephanie Woodruff, DNP, CRNA, CHSE 27:06

3M ago27:06

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Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs, and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors who are ready to support you. Get real answers and expert guidance in a welcoming space that's free from misinformation and negativity. You don't have to do this alone! Join Now: https://www.cspaedu.com/community…

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Ep99. The Pulse of Lifebox: A Podcasthon Exclusive with Assoc Prof Rob McDougall 21:56

3M ago21:56

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You may have heard of the Lifebox oximeter but did you know that Lifebox has also developed a capnograph? Every day in our region, anaesthetics are being given without an oximeter or capnograph. And as you can imagine, the outcomes are not always great. Lifebox seeks to address this and may be the only not for profit dedicated to improving surgical…

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Saving elderly patients from the hazards of the ER 26:47

3M ago26:47

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It may seem counterintuitive, but hospital emergency rooms can be hazardous to the health of elderly patients. An innovative geriatric multidisciplinary ER team at St. Mary's Hospital in Montreal is getting elderly patients discharged quickly and safely, saving them from preventable harms and the hospital millions in preventable admissions.…

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Want a New Job? A Deep Dive with LocumTenens.com 40:49

3M ago40:49

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Are you a CAA looking for a new job? Discover how Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) can revolutionize their careers with the growing number of locums opportunities. I sit down again with Sabrina Strange from LocumTenens.com to break down the exact process to land your dream job. In this episode we discuss: common fears surrounding locums…

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From ICU to CRNA: How Social Media is Transforming Nursing Education 50:44

4M ago50:44

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Keywords CRNA, nursing education, TikTok, Confident Care Academy, mentorship, cardiac anesthesia, online learning, healthcare, nursing community, media impact Summary In this engaging conversation, Joseph Rodriguez speaks with Chrissy Massaro, a prominent CRNA and founder of Confident Care Academy. They discuss the evolution of nursing education in…

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A career, three young kids, and colorectal cancer 26:41

4M ago26:41

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A growing number of young people in Canada are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and their needs often differ from older patients. Melissa Groff was diagnosed at age 34, with three small kids, in the prime of her career. She says she would have benefitted from more age-appropriate care. Sunnybrook's Young Adult Colorectal Cancer Clinic o…

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Acid-Base Balance and Blood Gas Analysis with Dr. Carly Mitchell, Program Director at Bellarmine University 29:47

4M ago29:47

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FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4 Streamline your CRNA Success with the CSPA 6-Month Intensive. Get CRNA Faculty Coaching, Access to Exclusive Live Events and more. Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/sixmonthintensive When it comes to mastering anesthesia, a solid understanding of acid-base balance and blood …

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[PROCESS] Listening to Life's Whispers: A Journey of Passion and Persistence ft. Yulanda Greene, CAA 50:58

4M ago50:58

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Step into the world of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants with Yulanda Greene as she shares her remarkable PROCESS to become a prominent CAA educator and leader. As the 2025 president of the Georgia Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants, Yulanda passionately advocates for the profession while offering insight into the challenges and rewards of …

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