US Anesthesia Partners

This Thanksgiving, we’re especially grateful for our dedicated USAP team. From our clinicians on the frontlines to the teams that support them behind the scenes, every member of USAP plays a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and strengthening communities across the country. We’re thankful for the commitment, expertise, and compassion our professionals bring every day, making a meaningful impact in the field of anesthesia and beyond. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Thanksgiving! #USAP #Thanksgiving #HealthcareHeroes #PatientCare

Thanksgiving Baskets for Kids House Wayne Densch Children's Advocacy Center  Recently, 25 members of our USAP Florida team collected food items, crafts, and household goods, including donated grocery store gift cards, to create three Thanksgiving baskets for families of Kids House of Seminole County. At #USAP, giving back is at the heart of what we do. During this season of Thanksgiving, initiatives like these show what USAP Cares is all about, supporting our communities and helping those in need. #USAPCares #KidsMeals #Thanksgiving 

USAP Colorado recently relaunched its New & Future Leaders Retreat, bringing together new Physician Partners, Partner Track Physicians, and Residents for an afternoon of leadership development and learning the ins and outs of USAP, all with a fun NFL-inspired theme. Attendees heard from several USAP leaders who covered topics such as clinical operations, billing fundamentals, financial literacy, culture-building, leadership, and strengthening health system partnerships. This retreat marks the first step in the renewed physician leadership development program for USAP Colorado, and we’re excited to continue investing in the next generation of leaders. #USAP #Anesthesia #HealthcareLeadership 

It’s #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, and we have one final tip to share: let’s discuss insulin pump and continuous glucose monitor awareness. Closed-loop systems (automated insulin delivery) require careful monitoring and may need to be adjusted or disabled during surgery.   In some cases, especially with pediatric patients, the pump may stay attached in the OR at a lower basal rate, along with the device that reads the glucose to monitor it. The surgical team will also take their own blood glucose (BG) levels with the hospital machines to compare and for medico legal purposes. #USAP #Diabetes #BloodGlucose #MedEd

USAP’s Bree Brown, Chief CRNA of North Texas and Chair of the National Care Advisory Committee (NCAC), was recently featured on the Core Anesthesia episode titled “Emotional Intelligence.” Bree opens the episode by sharing how she defines emotional intelligence, highlighting five key areas: self-awareness, self-control, social awareness, empathy, and motivation & purpose. This episode provides genuine insight into the very human side of being a trainee. Bree’s perspective helps candidates understand the emotional support and development they’ll receive at USAP. It’s authentic, relatable, and shows we truly understand what trainees experience. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gVZH5aBg #USAP #CoreAnesthesia #CRNA  #Anesthesiology

It’s #DiabetesAwarenessMonth let’s talk about fasting and insulin use before surgery. Fasting before surgery is required and generally safe, even for patients with diabetes. Fasting and insulin can sometimes lower a patient’s blood sugar (but not in all cases), and your care team may adjust your insulin dose (for example, skipping or reducing it). The important point is to monitor the patient’s blood glucose (BG). #USAP #Diabetes #BloodGlucose #MedEd

USAP CRNA Heather Bauer of Denver, who is a Site Lead at Swedish Medical Center, recently met with Missouri State University Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) Junior class for a Lunch & Learn session on Finding the Right Job in Anesthesia. Heather shared practical advice for navigating the job search process and reflections from her own career, helping students prepare for their next steps in the field. A great opportunity to connect with future CRNAs and support their professional growth! #USAP #CRNA #Mentorship #Anesthesia

It’s #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, and what better way to raise awareness than by sharing guidance on managing blood glucose before surgery.  If a patient has diabetes, keeping their blood glucose (BG) close to their normal range before surgery is key for safety and recovery. Very high BG levels can increase surgical risks or even delay the patient’s procedure. Stay tuned for more helpful tips this week! #USAP #MedEd #BloodGlucose #Diabetes

Giving back never goes out of style!  Our USAP–Gulf Coast team spent two hours sorting jewelry and assembling over 200 gift bags for the amazing women at Dress for Success Houston, supporting their professional groups. A big thank you to the 16 corporate team members who donated their time and energy to help make this initiative possible, small efforts make a big impact!  #USAPCares #DressForSuccess #CommunityImpact

Investing in the Future of Anesthesiology: Why Fellowships Matter In today’s competitive job market, some residents are skipping fellowship training, but subspecialty fellowships remain essential for managing complex, high-risk patients and advancing the field. USAP’s Patrick Giam, MD, FASA , who also serves as American Society of Anesthesiologists® President, explores why fellowships are critical, the trends in declining applications, and potential solutions to support the next generation of anesthesiologists. Read the full article in Anesthesiology News (free registration required): https://lnkd.in/gM8jtQGP #USAP #Anesthesiology #Residents #MedicalEducation #HealthcareLeadership