• UPMC to eliminate desflurane anesthetic systemwide

    Pittsburgh-based UPMC plans to phase out the use of the anesthetic desflurane over the next several months, eliminating it systemwide by the end of 2023.
  • 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in Chicago

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in Chicago earns $730,000 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • FTC sues US Anesthesia Partners, private equity firm

    The Federal Trade Commission has sued U.S. Anesthesia Partners and its creator, private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe.
  • Anesthesiologists in the headlines: 3 stories to know

    Here are three anesthesiologist or anesthesia-related stories Becker's has covered in the last week:
  • Anesthesiologist sentenced for illegally prescribing opioids 

    Former Victorville, Calif.-based anesthesiologist Wendell Mark Street, MD, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for illegally prescribing and distributing oxycodone to buyers. 
  • 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in Miami

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in Miami earns $606,000 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • 3 anesthesia mega groups to know

    Here are three major anesthesia groups to know:
  • What to know about the 'risk-reward dynamic' of presurgical clinics

    Before investing in a presurgical clinic, it is essential for anesthesiologists to weigh the pros and cons of the venture, according to a Sept. 5 post by Anesthesia Business Consultants on its website.
  • The importance of customer service in anesthesia

    As anesthesia practices have evolved over the years, it has become increasingly more important to maintain a high level of customer service to maintain relationships with both the patient and administration, according to a Sept. 11 blog post from Rita Astani, president of anesthesia for Coronis Health. 
  • 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in Dallas

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in Dallas earns $523,800 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in New York City

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in New York City earns $550,000 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • ASCs could have edge in race for anesthesia staff, 1 executive says

    Physician shortages are prevalent in every healthcare specialty, causing worry for patients and executives alike. One major concern for practices is a decline in available anesthesia providers. 
  • Anesthesiologists in the headlines: 3 cases to know

    Here are three anesthesiologist or anesthesia-related stories to know since Aug. 17:
  • 2 anesthesia legal battles in the news

    Here are two anesthesia legal battles in the headlines that Becker's has reported on since Sept. 5:  
  • 5 highest paid anesthesiologists in Los Angeles

    The highest paid anesthesiologist in Los Angeles earns $721,900 per year, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $302,970 anesthesiologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  • Anesthesiologist accused of assaulting multiple patients on Army base 

    A Fort Lewis, Wash.-based military anesthesiologist Michael Stockin, MD, at Joint Base Lewis McChord has been charged by the Army with alleged sexual assault, Fox affiliate KCPQ reported Sept. 1. 
  • Fired Iowa anesthesiologist claims health system blacklisted him

    A Sioux City, Iowa-based anesthesiologist, Dale Klein, MD, who was fired from MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center in December 2021, is alleging in a lawsuit that he was blacklisted by the hospital's administrators to prevent him from getting another job, SiouxCity Journal reported Sept. 1.
  • US Anesthesia Partners names new CEO

    U.S. Anesthesia Partners has appointed Len Wright, the current president, to serve as the new CEO, according to an Aug. 28 report from Dallas Innovates.
  • 10 highest-paying cities for early-career anesthesiologists

    Anesthesiologists with up to seven years of experience practicing in Denver earn an average of $366,428 a year, making it the highest-paying city for early-career anesthesia specialists in the U.S.
  • 3 states update CRNA policy in 2023 

    Here are three states that have updated their policies for certified registered nurse anesthetists in 2023, according to the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology:

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