Virginia Anesthesia Services

07/07/2025

Dizziness after anesthesia is a common experience for many patients. While it may be unsettling, postoperative dizziness is often temporary and manageable. This sensation can occur for several reasons in the hours or days following the procedure.

05/06/2025

A Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) is a specially trained medical professional who works under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist to provide anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their role is similar in scope to that of nurse anesthetists but follows a distinct training and supervisory pathway.

A Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) is a specially trained medical professional who works under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist to provide anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures. CAAs are part of the anesthesia care team model and are educated at...

17/12/2024

Inhalational anesthetics, such as halothane, isoflurane, desflurane, and sevoflurane, are widely used to induce and maintain anesthesia during surgery. Though uncommon, inhalational anesthetics can cause an adverse reaction in different organ systems in both acute and chronic settings. Understanding the risks associated with inhalational anesthetics and recognizing signs of an adverse reaction are critical to improving patient outcomes and minimizing potential long-term health consequences for both patients and healthcare providers exposed to these agents.

Inhalational anesthetics, such as isoflurane, desflurane, and sevoflurane, are used to induce and maintain anesthesia during surgery.

22/11/2024

Hurricanes are powerful and destructive natural events that can pose significant risks to your health and safety. These storms bring with them strong winds, heavy rainfall, flooding, and power outages, all of which can create hazardous conditions. While preparing for structural damage is crucial, it’s equally important to take steps to safeguard your health. This article outlines tips for protecting your well-being during and after a hurricane, covering everything from emergency preparedness to avoiding common health hazards.

This article outlines tips for protecting yourself during and after a hurricane to avoid common health hazards.

03/10/2024

Demand for anesthesia services has increased in recent years, and with it, shortages of anesthesiologists.

To address the growth of anesthesiology and the need for more skilled providers, residency programs are expanding in terms of both size and scope.

19/08/2024

What happens when anesthesia is used during medical procedures, and why do some patients need help breathing during their procedure? Understanding how anesthesia disrupts breathing helps demystify this critical aspect of surgical care.

But what happens when anesthesia is used during medical procedures, and why do some patients need help breathing during their procedure?

15/07/2024

Wisdom tooth removal, or third molar extraction, is a common dental procedure often carried out to alleviate pain, prevent infection, or address crowding in the mouth. The procedure can be associated with anxiety and discomfort for many patients.

Anesthesia is a key component in successful wisdom tooth removal, ensuring that patients undergo the procedure with minimal pain and discomfort.

05/07/2024

The field of wearable technology has made significant strides in recent years, particularly in the realm of health and wellness. One of the most promising advancements is the development of wearable devices capable of estimating cardiac ejection fraction, a critical measure of heart function.

wearable devices can offer continuous, non-invasive heart monitoring to enhance cardiac care and early detection of heart conditions.

03/06/2024

Postdural puncture headache (PDPH) is a medical complication resulting from dural puncture during the administration of neuraxial anesthesia. It is directly caused by low cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) levels due to leakage.

Postdural puncture headache (PDPH) is a medical complication resulting from dural puncture during the administration of neuraxial anesthesia.

03/06/2024

Referred pain, a phenomenon where pain is perceived in an area distinct from its actual source, presents a challenge for recovery and following surgery.

Referred pain occurs due to the convergence of nerve fibers from different anatomical sites onto the same neurons in the spinal cord.

27/03/2024

Blood loss is one of the most common causes of mortality in both surgical and non-surgical settings.

Tranexamic acid (TXA) significantly reduces death due to bleeding and has important use in surgery.

26/02/2024

In healthcare, the practice of NPO, or nothing by mouth, is often implemented for patients prior to undergoing anesthesia.

In healthcare, the practice of NPO, or nothing by mouth, is often implemented for patients prior to undergoing anesthesia.