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At Rhode Island Anesthesia Services, our goal is to provide excellent care for our patients and streamline procedures for our surgical partners.

We are experts in providing comprehensive anesthesia services led by a board-certified anesthesiologist.

02/16/2026

For decades, ketamine has been used as an anesthetic agent, but more recently, it has also been employed in carefully supervised treatments for treatment-resistant depression.

Ketamine’s urological effects are not limited to the bladder. Imaging studies have shown that long-term exposure can cause swelling...

01/14/2026

The widespread use of herbal and dietary supplements poses ongoing challenges in perioperative medicine. Surveys suggest that up to half of surgical patients use these products, yet fewer than 40% disclose this information to their healthcare providers.

Consequently, preoperative identification of supplement use and appropriate management before and after anesthesia are critical to...

12/15/2025

Obesity poses significant challenges to anesthesia management and increases the risk of complications. On average, as body mass index (BMI) increases, so does the likelihood of complications involving the airway, the respiratory system, cardiovascular stability, and anesthetic pharmacology.

Obesity poses significant challenges to anesthesia management and increases the risk of complications. On average, as body mass...

07/28/2025

Physostigmine is a drug that inhibits the action of cholinesterase, which breaks down acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in muscle movement and the function of brain neurons. It is useful across a range of conditions in which a deficiency of acetylcholine is present or in which it is useful to promote an increase in acetylcholine in nerve synapses.

06/23/2025

Claustrophobia, the intense fear of confined or enclosed spaces, can pose unique challenges in medical environments. Whether for an MRI scan, surgery, or dental work, patients with claustrophobia may experience heightened anxiety, panic attacks, or outright refusal of treatment. For clinicians, understanding and accommodating these fears is essential to providing safe and effective care.

Claustrophobia, the intense fear of confined or enclosed spaces, can pose unique challenges in medical environments, where patients may need to be in diagnostic or procedural settings that trigger their claustrophobia. Whether for an MRI scan, surgery, or dental work, patients with claustrophobia ma...

12/17/2024

Recognition of pain in the post-operative period – whether due to patients reporting their pain or clinical appraisal of pain – is imperative for adequate analgesic management. As anesthesia used during the procedure wears off, maintaining an appropriate level of pain relief is essential for patient outcomes and recovery.

Recognition of pain and pain reporting in the post-operative period is imperative for adequate analgesic management.

11/25/2024

Anesthetic agents come in various forms, including oral and intravenous (IV), and have different chemical compositions to suit different clinical situations and patient needs. Anesthetics with both oral and IV forms provide versatility, allowing healthcare providers to tailor sedation and analgesia depending on factors such as the procedure type, patient health, and the desired onset of action. These anesthetics include midazolam, ketamine, and certain opioids, with some research on adding other drugs to this list.

Anesthetics with both oral and IV forms provide versatility, allowing healthcare providers to tailor sedation and analgesia.

10/03/2024

In obstetric care, the choice of anesthesia plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and comfort of both mother and infant.

Research shows that cesarean deliveries under general anesthesia result in increased maternal complications, including greater blood loss and higher risks of infection, compared to neuraxial anesthesia.

08/07/2024

The management of patients with tracheal stenosis presents a number of significant challenges, including the potential for airway obstruction, difficulty in ventilation, and an increased risk of perioperative complications.

Adherence to these principles can significantly reduce perioperative morbidity and mortality in patients with tracheal stenosis.

07/18/2024

Predicting outcomes is a critical aspect of planning and patient management. Understanding the potential risks and complications that might arise after surgery helps providers deliver better care and improve rates.

Comorbidities' role in predicting postoperative outcomes, enhancing patient care and surgical success rates.

07/03/2024

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a condition that causes high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs. While the signs and symptoms of PH can be nonspecific, patients usually present with shortness of breath and fatigue, which progressively worsen over time until right-sided heart failure develops.

Pulmonary hypertension and right-sided heart failure present unique challenges for anesthesia and surgery and increase the risk of perioperative mortality and morbidity.

06/20/2024

The management of postoperative pain in pediatric patients is a critical component of surgical care, as it directly influences recovery speed, overall comfort, and the risk of developing chronic pain.

The comparison between postoperative pain in pediatric patients with propofol or sevoflurane.

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10 Dorrance Street Suite #700 PMB #2040
Providence, RI
(401)519-4658

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