Blogs
As a leader in anesthesia management, we consider it our responsibility to stay up-to-date on the latest news and trends. Read our blogs below for relevant information geared toward healthcare professionals and patients.
Bridging the Gap in Anesthesia Care for Rural Hospitals
October 18, 2021
Rural hospitals are the cornerstone of thousands of communities and towns across the country. Not only do they provide vital healthcare services to nearly 20% of the population, but they are also an economic hub that benefits the community and surrounding businesses. Despite this, rural hospital closures have been increasing in recent years, with nearly...
Misdiagnosed: Rethinking Hospitals’ Financial Woes
September 30, 2021
Few hospital leaders escaped the budget devastation brought on by COVID-19. Now, as we emerge into a new era, many leaders feel pressure to cut costs in a well-intentioned attempt to mitigate financial losses. But, what if reducing expenses is not the most effective way to improve financial margins? What if a different course of...
The Benefits of a National Anesthesia Partner
July 7, 2020
The current state of healthcare has created a need for anesthesia departments that are flexible and able to weather many circumstances. We often encounter situations where the hospital wants to keep the anesthesia providers from the existing group, but the coverage and contractual agreements are no longer financially or operationally feasible for either. In many...
Premier Anesthesia medical directors lead in helping to develop COVID-19 containment boxes
April 21, 2020
Across the country, we are seeing medical professionals step up in incredible ways to keep their patients, coworkers and themselves safe during the COVID-19 outbreak. Dr. Phillip Cusano, Anesthesia Medical Director at Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock, Calif., worked with a local company, Paul’s Glass Co., to create a plexiglass box to cover COVID-19 patients...
COVID-19: Safety and Readiness Tips for Providers
March 13, 2020
Safe practices for your hospital’s anesthesia department when treating a patient with COVID-19: As hospitals across the country take on the SARS-CoV-2 virus and prepare to treat patients with the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) here are some precautions and safety measures your anesthesia team can take. Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) The American Society of...