The Challenges of Anesthesia Coverage: A Growing Concern

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the demand for anesthesia services continues to rise. However, hospitals and surgery centers nationwide are grappling with a significant challenge: a lack of coverage. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), there is a projected shortage of 40,800 to 104,900 physicians by 2030, with anesthesiologists comprising a substantial part of this gap. Interruptions in anesthesia coverage can disrupt surgical schedules, burden existing teams, and ultimately impact patient care. Addressing this issue requires more than a quick fix; it demands a strategic, sustainable approach that prioritizes patient care, provider well-being, and hospital operations....

Premier Anesthesia and Riverside Medical Center Partner to Enhance Patient Care Across Illinois

ALPHARETTA, Ga. (October 1, 2025) — Premier Anesthesia – a leading, privately held, single specialty anesthesia practice management firm – today announced a new partnership with Riverside Medical Center and Riverside Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), part of Riverside Healthcare in Illinois. Beginning October 5, 2025, this collaboration will introduce a care team model designed to support the organization’s growing patient needs while maintaining the highest standards of care and operational efficiency across service lines. Riverside Medical Center, an award-winning Level II Trauma hospital, has a longstanding record of investing in facility enhancements to strengthen patient care. Renovations completed in 2017,...

Premier Anesthesia Partners with Salina Regional Health Center

Optimizing Anesthesia Services Through Tailored Solutions ALPHARETTA, Ga. (July 21, 2025) — Premier Anesthesia, a leading privately held single-specialty anesthesia practice management firm, today announced a strategic partnership with Salina Regional Health Center (SRHC), the principal hospital of a highly regarded health system and a designated Level III Trauma Center serving north-central Kansas. Through this collaboration, Premier Anesthesia will provide tailored anesthesia consulting and practice management services to support SRHC’s transition to a hospital-employed anesthesia model. Premier Anesthesia will oversee the daily operations of the hospital-based anesthesia team, committed to maintaining clinical excellence, fostering workforce stability, and ensuring seamless continuity...

Premier Anesthesia Partners with Holzer Health System to Enhance Anesthesia Services Across Southeast Ohio

Collaboration focuses on delivering high-quality anesthesia care across inpatient and outpatient settings through tailored clinical models ALPHARETTA, Ga. (April 30, 2025) — Premier Anesthesia, one of the nation’s oldest and largest privately held, single-specialty anesthesia practice management companies, today announced its new partnership with four key facilities in the Holzer Health System: Holzer Gallipolis, Holzer Gallipolis Surgery Center, Holzer Jackson and Holzer Athens Surgery Center. This collaboration underscores Premier Anesthesia’s continued commitment to expanding in the region by partnering with hospitals and surgery centers to deliver exceptional anesthesia care in a variety of clinical settings. The partnership also represents an...

Total Transparency and Decision Control in Anesthesia Management

In the world of anesthesia management, transparency and decision-making control are paramount. These elements are not just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a successful partnership between hospitals/ASCs and anesthesia providers. Let’s dive into why these factors matter and how they can transform the efficiency and financial health of medical facilities. The Importance of Transparency Transparency is the bedrock of any true partnership. When an anesthesia management company operates with complete clarity, it empowers hospitals and surgery centers to: Understand Cost Structures Clearly: With open financial reporting, medical facilities can see exactly where their money is going, from provider compensation...