Anesthesia

Holograms are no longer just science fiction. “Holohealth,” could be the next evolution of telemedicine creating life-sized, interactive projections of physicians, offering patients an immersive and lifelike experience. A September 3 blog post by Coronis Health highlights how holographic medicine…

Cardiovascular anesthesiologists once stood at the top of anesthesia practices, often leading groups and earning the highest compensation due to their specialized training. Today, declining case volumes, reimbursement pressures and subsidy reductions have eroded their exceptional status. A September 8…

Private equity’s presence in anesthesia has been the subject of several recent lawsuits and studies on healthcare costs as the specialty becomes increasingly consolidated.  Here are eight notes private equity group’s recent moves in anesthesia: 1. A study published in…

Anesthesia is rapidly evolving as technology, policy and patient expectations reshape perioperative care. From artificial intelligence to nonopioid pain management, ASC leaders anticipate major advances in how anesthesia is delivered and supported over the next five years. Editor’s note: Responses…

As certified registered nurse anesthetists gain broader authority to practice independently in many states, and as anesthesia workforce shortages deepen, more ASCs are adopting CRNA-only anesthesia models. Dan Zahumensky, administrator of Seattle-based Proliance Surgeons’ ENT service line and executive director…

Anesthesia burnout continues to challenge hospitals and health systems. Some systems have already had to scale back case volumes because of provider shortages.  However, early evidence shows that schedule redesigns and flexibility initiatives may help stabilize the workforce. New Orleans-based…

Anesthesiologists and surgeons share the same operating room but face different pressures. Building a strong alliance between the two specialties is key to improving OR efficiency, patient outcomes and financial performance. Here are five keys to forging a functional anesthesiologist-surgeon…

The Omaha-based University of Nebraska Medical Center’s department of anesthesiology hosted its second family day Aug. 23 at the Davis Global Center, drawing about 100 children, spouses and family members. The event, held in partnership with UNMC’s iEXCEL program, featured…

NorthStar Anesthesia has continued to expand into the ophthalmology sector in 2025, partnering with a number of ophthalmology-focused ASCs. So far in 2025, the company has partnered with ASCs including Takle Eye Surgery Center, Marion Eye Surgery Center, Professional Eye…

Buffalo, N.Y.-based Kaleida Health has appointed Peter Filocamo, MD, as chief of service for anesthesia.  Prior to Kaleida Health, Dr. Filocamo served as an assistant clinical professor of anesthesiology at UCLA, as well as a staff anesthesiologist with Kaiser Permanente…