Abbreviations: Depth of anesthesia (DOA) PSI- Patient safety index, Bispectral Index (BIS) , Density spectral array (DSA), electromyography (EMG), SEFL – Spectral edge frequency on the Left , SEFR – Spectral edge frequency on the Right, Suppression ratio (SR) Introduction Optimal “depth of anesthesia” (DOA) is crucial to ensure patient safety and improve surgical … [Read more...] about EEG Signature(s): Comparing Traditional Frontal Electrode Placement with Infraorbital (Malar) Placement for “Depth of Anesthesia” Monitoring Using the Masimo SedLine Monitor
William L. Young Neuroscience Research Award Winner Interview
Dr. David Obert is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine at the Technical University of Munich School of Medicine and Health in Germany. In 2023, while pursuing a research fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Obert was awarded the William L. Young Neuroscience Research Award for his work … [Read more...] about William L. Young Neuroscience Research Award Winner Interview
Beyond Anesthesia – A Wellness Initiative
One thing I enjoy outside of work is playing Pickleball. Every week, I join a group of friends to play. It’s an easily accessible sport year-round. I like that it provides an opportunity to get physical activity, spend time with friends, and build relationships outside of work. … [Read more...] about Beyond Anesthesia – A Wellness Initiative
Rendezvous with the Editor-in-Chief
In the previous issue of the SNACC Newsletter, I had the honour of interviewing Professor Martin Smith regarding his distinguished career, including his work as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology between 2018 and December 2024. It is now my great pleasure to interview Dr. Alana Flexman, who has taken the helm as Editor-in-Chief of JNA as of January … [Read more...] about Rendezvous with the Editor-in-Chief
Editor’s Message
Dear SNACC Newsletter Readers, Wishing you all a happy, healthy and successful New Year! On behalf of the SNACC Newsletter team, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support of the Newsletter – whether through your readership or contributions to its contents. Your ongoing involvement allows us to learn from each other’s experiences, foster … [Read more...] about Editor’s Message