In critically ill patients where are we with haemodynamic monitoring and management? What is an ideal mean arterial pressure (MAP) during the process? What about chronic hypotensive patients? How do we safely avoid being too dogmatic about guidelines? Presented by Monty Mythen and Desiree Chappell with their guests Professor Mervyn Singer, Intensive Care Medicine at…
The debate ‘Direct laryngoscopes should be consigned to history‘, was hosted by The Royal College Of Anaesthetists and carried out by our two guests on this piece. Here we get into the advantages and challenges behind the two techniques; video laryngoscopy and direct laryngoscopy. The conversation explores the fact that these skills are a key part…
Can artificial intelligence drive new changes in care and the value of big data? We’re already comfortable with using tools that help us to do our job better, what are the opportunities and pitfalls related to this new technology? Are we ready yet for big data? The changes it may cause are staggering but equally;…
This piece focuses on the rise of cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) in the wake of the Measurement of Exercise Tolerance before Surgery (METS) Trial, which seems to have shifted opinions, does a genuine ‘perioptimist’ have a deeper insight into the issues there? Presented by Desiree Chappell and Monty Mythen with their guest Dr Elena…
What’s the need for a perioperative surgical home? How do issues with aging populations and higher risk patients increase the need to intervene early in their care and treatment? How do you build institutional credibility in this area? How do you approach this area from the point of view of patient need? Crucially, how do…
This talk is a powerful look at a new world where we commit your institution and practice to achieving an end goal of “zero preventable deaths”. The Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF) has generated an enormous amount of global news media coverage as it promotes that aim; celebrities, statesmen, politicians and industry leaders are all…
Originally streamed live from the EBPOM USA 2019 conference in Dallas this piece looks into the realities of enhanced recovery. Patient satisfaction and outcomes rise to the top of the priority list as an institution invests in the idea, how long does it take for a clear financial return on the investments required to get…
“Without data you cannot sustain your programme” – this piece is about understanding the importance of data collection as part of the perioperative process. Quality improvement stems from this, consistent definitions and measures allow you to do the job properly. They also allow you to build the case and put a story to the…
Everything you ever wanted to know about CPET (Cardio Pulmonary Exercise Testing) but were too afraid to ask; this conversation is a fascinating deep dive into the topic with two experts in the field. Discover how widely practiced this technique is across the UK, hear about the advantages people who use it have in terms…
Why do anaesthetists suffer from mental health problems, what help is there available for them? Learn here about ‘The Practitioner Health Programme’ and hear why anaesthetists are uniquely placed to deal with the inevitable pressures related to healthcare and how they can become leaders, helping to destigmatise and tackle mental health issues. Presented by Desiree…