A Podcast for Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews, Debates and Commentary
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Jed Wolpaw Podcasts
Anesthesia Deconstructed: Unraveling the Complexities of Modern Anesthesia Practice Founded in 2018 by Mike MacKinnon, DNP, FNP, CRNA, FAAN, and later joined by co-host Joe Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, Anesthesia Deconstructed is an award-winning podcast that consistently ranks as the nation's top-downloaded anesthesia podcast, with two of the most well-known CRNAs in the country as hosts. We feature industry experts from across the spectrum, exploring scientific issues, policy matters, and the da ...
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Episode 317: Financial Planning Update for 2025 with Justin Harvey
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In this 317th episode I welcome Justin Harvey, CFP, back to the show to discuss what's new in the financial world for anesthesia providers in 2025. We discuss trends in compensation, the employment outlook, the pros and cons of doing a fellowship, the most common financial mistakes he sees people make, what different practice settings have to offer…
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Episode 316: Keywords Part 31: Airway Anatomy and Pharmacology with Tym Kajstura
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In this 316th episode I welcome Dr. Kajstura back to the show to discuss the high yield topics of airway anatomy and pharmacology. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50off * Check out Truelearn an…
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Episode 315: What's New In Leadless Pacing with Drs. Tang, Holloway and Iyer
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In this 315th episode I welcome Drs. Jon Tang, Jordan Halloway and Manoj Iyer to the show to discuss the latest updates on leadless pacemakers and ICDs. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50off * …
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I Thought We Were Winning. Then, We Got Fired: Essentials of Anesthesia Leadership
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In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Dr. Joseph Rodriguez — CRNA, former state and national leader, faculty member, and host of Anesthesia Deconstructed — takes us inside the real lessons of anesthesia leadership. From COVID-era disruption to contract losses, difficult boardroom conversations, and the relentless financial pressures of today’s a…
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What If the AANA Disappeared? Inside the CEO’s Role with Bill Bruce
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In this candid and wide-ranging episode, we sit down with Bill Bruce — CEO of the AANA, representing over 65,000 CRNAs and SRNAs nationwide — to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to lead the profession’s largest and most influential organization. From balancing the competing demands of members, boards, and limited resources, to navigati…
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Episode 314: Optimizing PEEP and Keeping Lungs Open in the ICU with Thomas Piraino and Brandon Oto
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In this 314th episode I welcome Thomas Piraino and Brandon Oto to the show to discuss how we can optimize PEEP in the ICU. We talk about why it matters, different ways to estimate ideal PEEP, and what the research tells us. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://…
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Inside Anesthesia: What (Really) Broke the Anesthesia Market
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In this bold and revealing episode, we sit down with Randy Moore — former military CRNA, past CEO of the AANA, and now a top executive at one of the country’s largest anesthesia organizations — to explore how the anesthesia market unraveled, and why no one stopped it. From workforce blind spots to failed strategic planning, Randy walks us through t…
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Episode 313: Reflections on Residency and Social Media with Alexis Motz
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In this 313th episode I welcome Dr. Alexis Motz to the show as she finishes her residency in anesthesiology. We discuss the lessons she learned along the way about how to get the most out of the experience and be the best resident, and all around physician, possible. We also discuss her interest in social media use in the residency application proc…
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One Anesthesiologist, 108K Followers, and Zero Filters
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In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, we sit down with Dr. Brian Schmutzler — anesthesiologist, social media educator, and Executive Vice President of Medical Affairs at CCI Anesthesia — to unpack what it really means to lead in modern anesthesia. From the realities of staffing rural hospitals without anesthesiologists to fighting burnout, …
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Episode 312: The Society for Education in Anesthesia (SEA) with Drs. Cladis, Kingeter and Marroquin
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In this 312th episode I welcome Drs. Franklin Cladis, Meredith Kingeter and Bridget Marroquin to the show to discuss the Society for Education in Anesthesia (SEA). We discuss how it has been an important part of our careers and how it has a lot to offer to anyone interested in anesthesiology education. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekoheal…
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I Got Sued for Malpractice. Here’s What Really Happens.
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What REALLY happens when you’re named in a malpractice lawsuit? In this eye-opening episode, Joe Rodriguez sits down with Paul Lefebvre, lead claims professional and risk advisor, and Andrew Clark, head of business development at Physicians Preferred Medical — an anesthesia-specific malpractice carrier — to pull back the curtain on malpractice liti…
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Episode 311: Perioperative Management of AICDs and Pacemakers with Mark Nelson
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In this 311th episode I welcome Dr. Mark Nelson to the show to discuss his management aid that helps clinicians easily figure out how to handle all types of AICDs and Pacers in the perioperative period. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check …
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Episode 310: Cardiac Workup Guidelines with Drs. Thompson, Steppan and Suffredini
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In this 310th episode I welcome Dr. Annemarie Thompson, head of the working group that put out the new AHA/ACC Guidelines for the perioperative cardiovascular management for noncardiac surgery, and Drs. Jochen Steppan and Giancarlo Suffredini, cardiac anesthesiologists, to talk about the new iteration of the guidelines. We go through the algorithm …
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Anesthesia Leadership Is Changing - and Not Everyone Will Make the Cut
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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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Episode 309: Master Clinician Part 8: Mimi Wynn
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In this 309th episode I welcome Dr. Mimi Wynn to another Master Clinician interview. We discuss her career as a world expert in cardiac and vascular anesthesia with a deep focus in thoraco-abdominal aneurysms. We discuss how to develop an area of expertise, how to keep learning, how to overcome imposter syndrome, how to deal with failure, and much …
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Episode 308: Keywords Part 30: Ambulatory Anesthesia
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In this 308th episode I welcome Dr. Tim Kajstura back to the show for another ABA Keyword episode. We cover Ambulatory Anesthesia. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50off * Check out Truelearn an…
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Episode 307: Military Reserve Opportunities
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In this 307th episode I welcome Commander Dr. Mark Cannon, Commander Dr. Nick Pulos, Lieutenant Dr. Joey Sieker and Lt. Commander Erika Spencer to the show to discuss military reserve options for residents and attendings. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://we…
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Episode 306: Strategies to Mitigate Early Allograft Dysfunction After Liver Transplantation with Dr. Beth Wilson
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In this 306th episode I welcome Dr. Beth Wilson to the show to discuss Early Allograft Dysfunction (EAD) after liver transplantation and what anesthesiologists can do to prevent or mitigate it. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Facto…
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Episode 305: Master Clinician Part 7: Eric Busch
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In this 305th episode I welcome Dr. Eric Busch to the show as our next Master Clinician. He has been practicing anesthesiology at Oschner in New Orleans for 35 years and has done everything from Chronic Pain to Cardiac. We discuss what he's learned over the years and some of his favorite things to teach his trainees. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: …
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Episode 304: Continuous Vital Sign Monitoring with Drs. Meyhoff and Breteler
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In this 304th episode I welcome Drs. Meyhoff and Breteler to the show to discuss continuous vital sign monitoring for patients on the floor and at home after surgery. We talk about the pros and cons of this kind of monitoring, what the future holds, and how Anesthesiologist and Intensivists can play an important role. Dr. Meyhoff is the founder of …
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From ICU to CRNA: How Social Media is Transforming Nursing Education
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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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Episode 303: Practical Everyday Use of AI with Drs. Stahl and Saddawi-Konefka
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In this 303rd episode I welcome Drs. Stahl and Saddawi-Konefka to the show to discuss how busy people can start using AI tools in their everyday lives to save time and make things easier. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: htt…
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Episode 302: Disclosing Adverse Events with David Broussard
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In this 302nd episode I interview Dr. David Broussard, a cardiac anesthesiologist and Chair of Anesthesiology at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. We discuss his approach to preparing for, and dealing with, adverse events and how to communicate about them to patients and families in a way that builds trust. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https…
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Episode 301: Master Clinician Part 6: Scott Licata
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In this 301st episode I welcome Dr. Scott Licata to the show as the next master clinician in our series. He is a pediatric anesthesiologist and we go through a case from preop to intraop to postop and hear his tips and tricks for success. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great…
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Episode 300: Reflections and Tips and Tricks with Dr. Stahl interviewing Dr. Wolpaw
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In this 300th episode, at the request of our listeners, I ask Dr. Dave Stahl to take the host's chair and interview me. We discuss some reflections on 8 years and 300 episodes of ACCRAC and some clinical and life based tips and tricks that I have picked up over the years. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS …
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Episode 299: Master Clinician Part 5: David Stahl
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In this 299th episode I welcome Dr. David Stahl to the show to be our next master clinician. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/accrac50off * Check out Truelearn and use my code Will provide as soon as …
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Navigating the Future: Do Those Prep Courses Work? Will Locums Stick Around? And More for 2025
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In this conversation, Joseph Rodriguez and Mike MacKinnon discuss the evolution of CRNA programs, the impact of prep courses, and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people for career success. They critique the economics of anesthesia services, explore fair market value in compensation, and address regulatory challenges faced by CR…
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Episode 298: Master Clinician Part 4: John Pizzuti
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In this 298th episode I welcome Dr. John Pizzuti to our series of interviews with master clinicians. Dr. Pizzuti was identified by multiple members of his private practice group as someone who, despite being relatively early in his career, is a true master clinician. He is someone others go to for help and advice all the time, including those much …
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Episode 297: Keywords part 29: PE and Parathyroid
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In this 297th episode I welcome Dr. Tym Kajstura back to the show for another ABA Keyword episode. We cover high yield topics of PE and Hyper and Hypoparathyroidism. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com * Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/a…
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Episode 296: Master Clinician Part 3: Mike Essandoh
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In this 296th episode I welcome Dr. Mike Essandoh to do another master clinician episode. We discuss Dr. Essandoh's tips for being successful clinically, in research, in leadership, in innovation and in technology. Our Sponsors: * Check out Eko: https://ekohealth.com/ACCRAC * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.…
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