Yesterday our very own Dr. Tillmann Hein received the Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Society of Anesthesiologists during their annual meeting held this year in Lost Pines, TX.
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Another nice series of live MRIs and X-Rays showing various functions of the human body. There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes! facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
There are multiple treatments for kidney stones. We work with many urologists who specialize in relieving the pain caused by these stones, and we always work together to ensure you get the best care possible! facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Why do some anesthesiologists ask you to count backwards from 100 when you go to sleep? That and more questions answered including the complexities of how anesthesia works and what it... npr.org/2011/04/25/135…
Currently, to obtain a biopsy from the esophagus, patients require sedation and for an endoscope to be passed into the mouth and down the esophagus.
However, the Cystosponge can change all of that. Check out... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Metropolitan Anesthesia Consultants is proud to be a group with many politcally active members. Recently, Dr. Matthew Robert Siskowski met with Pete Sessions to discuss issues related to healthcare and... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Always know who is doing your surgery and your anesthesia before going abroad for any kind of procedure. Leaving the US for elective surgery is risky unless research is properly done not only into the doctors,... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Another cool video showing the precision that can be attained during robotic surgery. There are many advantages of robotic surgery, and it may be worth it to ask your surgeon if it is an option for your procedure! facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Our physicians will always make sure you are as comfortable as possible during your labor. If you require a C-Section for delivery, we will make sure that you do not feel any pain prior to making an incision.... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Today is the last day of Physician Anesthesiologists Week! At Metro, we are blessed to have many dedicated and passionate physicians that truly enjoy what they do. Here is a great article about a perspective on... kevinmd.com/blog/2014/10/l…
Metro is proud to have a number of our physicians who contribute their time and money to helping rural and underserved areas... ted.com/talks/erica_fr…
What is a hero? Someone who is admired for bravery? Risking their life? Doing great acts, having good qualities? While those may be true, the true definition of a hero is something much more simple, but... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Some more research needs to be done to make this more generalizable to those other than middle aged men, but some interesting initial results out of Harvard about the... hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-rel…
A truly heartwarming moment when a young man with cystic fibrosis finds out that he will be receiving new lungs. Thank you to everyone who donates blood, organs, or even just time to help those who need it the most! facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
There are many ways people deal with anxiety and pain. This adorable young girl, Evie, was born without eyes. She finds it comforting to sing through various medical procedures to help her stay calm. Here, she... facebook.com/MetroAnesthesi…
Many of us have strong opinions about electronic medical records, but there is at least one group of people who can find humor in the daily battles of EMR life. Check out the hilarious parody account below!... wbur.org/commonhealth/2…
One Covid patient intubating another! When you are an anesthesiologist, you are never off the clock! Dr. Mehta was on 6L/min of oxygen, unable to talk due to weakness, but when he had to step up to the call of duty, he did so risking his own life!
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We are pleased to share our latest series in nerve block videos! In this video, our own Dr. Harris Khan will perform an interscalene block for a patient who will be having shoulder surgery. Make sure to like and subscribe!
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Today, Dr. Valentine Gibson describes and performs an iPACK Block which has been gaining popularity for procedures on the knee. Remember to ask your surgeon if you may be a candidate for a nerve block to help with post-operative pain!
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