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5 keys to managing MH. The potentially fatal disorder can strike at any time. Are you prepared to save a life?

PONV prevention. Do everything you can to have every patient feeling fine after surgery.

Why warming matters. Patient normothermia is a key concern for successful anesthesia outcomes.

Avoid intubation trouble. You shouldn't be surprised by a difficult airway.

How do you control post-op pain? No two anesthesia providers manage the 5th vital sign in the same way.

FDA says more decisions on morcellation coming. The agency will hold a public meeting in July.

Ortho doc volunteers services to veterans in need. Oregon ASC starts "Save Our Veterans" program.

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