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Leadership Q&A: Operational excellence in anesthesia
Today’s healthcare landscape is demanding more from hospitals than ever before. A good anesthesia partner could make all the difference, but all too often new care models face […]
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Behind the Stethoscope: A conversation with Dr. Irving Ward
We’re proud to share in the careers of so many incredible healthcare professionals who are not only experts in their field but also dedicated to the […]
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Building buy-in: A practical roadmap to anesthesia evolution
With hospitals today facing rising costs, staffing constraints, and growing clinical complexity, anesthesia models must be constructed with the evolving healthcare landscape in mind. And this may mean going […]
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Strength in vulnerability: Using frailty assessments to improve postoperative outcomes
Meeting Your Patient Ms. Jones, an 82-year-old retiree presents for scheduled elective hip replacement surgery to alleviate the pain of her severe osteoarthritis. Along with […]
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Taking the pain out of reducing hospital length of stay
As an anesthesiologist, my life’s work is to keep patients safe and comfortable through all types of medical procedures, often on the most difficult day […]
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Empowering CRNAs: 3 reasons to support professional autonomy
As a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA), the desire for professional autonomy is not merely a personal aspiration; it’s an essential component that underpins our […]
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The foundation for a successful anesthesia practice
As Sound’s new Chief Medical Officer for Anesthesia, my primary focus is on providing patients with the highest-quality care for better outcomes — and sharing […]
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Pathway to Purpose: A Reflection for CRNA Week
Growing up, I always wanted to be in healthcare to help others in need. However, I never expected to become a certified registered nurse anesthetist […]
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Maximize Your Anesthesia Career by Practicing at the Top of Your License
Erik Rauch, DNP, MBA, CRNA, NSPM-C is a Regional CRNA Director for Sound Anesthesia with over 15 years of experience in a variety of settings […]
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What are Regional Blocks?
For an anesthetist, pain is the enemy. Behind every broken leg that needs surgery is a scared patient who puts their confidence in a provider […]