For this 5th episode we will cover clinical problems and our suggested framework, as well as some lateral thinking questions . Kas also asked me an impromptu clinical scenario of a patient in recovery with an LMA who is now regurgitating gastric contents. A really tricky situation especially as a HMO, but I try and give an answer to this question in a systematic way. Here are a few resources we mention: For the differential tables. https://anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/common-problems-framew...
Jul 19, 2021•40 min•Ep. 17
In this episode of interview tips we chat about how to talk briefly about: clinical governance, audits, the national standards, ethical questions, the impaired colleague or colleague not fulfilling their role. This is the frawework for the impaired colleague PIES Patient safety investigate Escalate to senior nurse, consultant, director, CMO, mentor Safety of colleague and staff PACE approach for graded assertiveness Probe Alert or assess Challenge Escalate or Emergency The national standards can...
Jul 18, 2021•35 min•Ep. 16
In this 3rd part of interview techniques, we will introduce situational questions eg, Tell us about a time you did something well? - were a leader - worked in a team - were criticised - did poorly at your job In this video we discuss how to approach these kinds of questions using the STAR or SCARR approach. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resi...
Jul 18, 2021•22 min•Ep. 15
In the next few episodes, we will begin a series looking at interviews for postgraduate medical specialty training programs. For this 2nd episode of interview tips and techniques for anaesthesia training jobs, we go though your motivation and your unique brand. Also we discuss personal attributes and how to structure answers to name a few. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and e...
Jul 18, 2021•22 min•Ep. 14
In the next few episodes, we will begin a series looking at interviews for postgraduate medical specialty training programs. In this first episode, we will introduce what is an interview, why they are so highly valued, and what the potential formats and logistics are. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college interviews, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opini...
Jul 06, 2021•35 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, we will cover the basics of what is required in a cover letter and how to start thinking about preparing your CV. There will be a clear focus on anaesthetics and critical care, but the principles covered will be relevant to all specialty training college applications, and even to trainees applying for resident and internship positions. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences, and are not reflective of our employers or our associated training programs. P...
Jul 06, 2021•22 min•Ep. 12
Today we're going to cover everything about references! How to get them, who to ask, and common problems encountered by trainees in trying to get references. In future episodes, we will cover the application process in more detail and go through advice on how to prepare your cover letter, CV and interviews. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date information ...
Jun 28, 2021•25 min•Ep. 11
n this episode, we discuss the process of applying for critical care jobs and the anaesthetics program, and things to do in the lead up to the application process! All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the most up to date information and guidance on the application process. If you have any questions, please email anaesthesiapodcast@gmail.com -----------------------------------...
Jun 28, 2021•23 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, we provide an overview of how to apply for Anaesthesia Training, what to do in the years leading up to your application, and a broad view of what training looks like. In future episodes, we will cover the application process in more detail and go through advice on how to prepare your cover letter, CV and interviews. All opinions expressed here are own, and based on our experiences. Please refer to ANZCA, hospital and training network-specific documents and information for the mo...
Jun 27, 2021•22 min•Ep. 9
Great viva Faith! Well done on answering the questions with good structures and content and all the best for this exam this week! Check out these resources for more information: SGLT2i https://diabetessociety.com.au/documents/ADS_DKA_SGLT2i_Alert_update_2020.pdf Perioperative Diabetes info https://anaesthetists.org/Home/Resources-publications/Guidelines/Peri-operative-management-of-the-surgical-patient-with-diabetes Please rate, post a review and subscribe! Check out https://anaesthesiacollectiv...
May 24, 2021•45 min•Ep. 8
Thanks again James! You did a great job tackling this rare and high risk case - the anterior mediastinal mass. Please check out these great articles Management of the patient with a large anterior mediastinal mass: recurring myths. Peter Slinger and Cengiz Karsli, Current Opinion in Anesthesiology 2007, 20:1–3 and Anesthetic management of patients with an anterior mediastinal mass: Continuing Professional Development Can J Anesth/J Can Anesth (2011) 58:853–867 Please rate, post a review and subs...
May 17, 2021•39 min•Ep. 7
Great work with this viva and especially after doing a hectic night shift! seriously well done! Here are some of the resources mentioned: GUIDELINES ON PERIOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT OF ANTICOAGULANT AND ANTIPLATELET AGENTS December 2018 https://www.cec.health.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/458988/Guidelines-on-perioperative-management-of-anticoagulant-and-antiplatelet-agents.pdf Management of Proximal Femoral Fractures 2011 https://anaesthetists.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Guidelines%20PDFs/Guideline_...
May 11, 2021•45 min•Ep. 6
Thanks Shehan for a really interesting discussion on thoracic anaesthesia! Here are some resources for further reading. Right and left upper lobe turnoff. https://www.medigraphic.com/pdfs/rma/cma-2011/cmas111bl.pdf RUL - 2cm in men, 1.5cm in women. LUL - 5cm in men, 4.5cm in women. The CPAP device for the operative lung https://imedsales.com/mallinckrodt_broncho_cath_cpap_system British thoracic society guidelines for post op dyspnoea https://thorax.bmj.com/content/65/Suppl_3/iii1 Please rate, p...
May 09, 2021•48 min•Ep. 5
Thanks Rachel for your great work at this exam! 50yo Male (80kg) presents for your ENT list for a biopsy +/- removal of vocal cord tumour. What specifics would you like to know on assessment? Hx of lesion includes Diagnosis Mass effect Critical structure effects - effects on the airway, symptoms, positional and rapidity of progression Mets Metabolic effects of mass meds and treatments Cause and complications How do you prepare/mitigate the risk of laser ? Patient: low fiO2. Wet gauze. Saline buc...
May 07, 2021•32 min•Ep. 4
Thanks and well done Jo on a really great practice viva! not bad for taking a decent break from study! This exam is a marathon and a lot of us will study for up to 12 months to be able to absorb the knowledge and structures we need to pass this 'quiz'. In this episode I go through a Paediatric anaesthesia worst case scenario. · Neonate with pyloric stenosis – medical emergency · Heart murmur sees you for elective procedure · URTI for tonsillectomy · Anxious patient pre op · Emergence delirium in...
May 05, 2021•50 min•Ep. 3
Thanks so much Nick for volunteering to be examined for the podcast! We hope that this provides useful and thought provoking information for anaesthesia trainees. A lot of our practice is very situation dependent so please check the disclaimer below Please rate, post a review and subscribe! Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com/ for more useful information and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 and check out the ABCs of Anaest...
May 03, 2021•40 min•Ep. 2
Thanks so much James for being on our first episode AND being quizzed on thyroid anaesthesia. We hope this will be useful for anyone studying anaesthesia but especially those about to sit the ANZCA part 2 exam! The Case You are called down to review a patient for the evening emergency list in your tertiary hospital. 60yo female with SBO for laparotomy, looks unwell A: speaking B RR 30 sats 92% on RA 98% 6L HM O2. C 2 16G iv. HR 130, BP 100, 2L CSL given. D GCS 15. In 7/10 pain. Total 10 of morph...
Apr 27, 2021•40 min•Ep. 1
Hi everyone! Welcome to the ABCs of Anaesthesia podcast. We look forward to presenting lots of interesting interviews, interesting articles, educational resources and tips for improving anaesthesia and medical practice. Please rate, post a review and subscribe! Check out https://anaesthesiacollective.com? and sign up to the ABCs of Anaesthesia facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 and check out the ABCs of Anaesthesia YouTube channel for more content https://www.youtube...
Apr 26, 2021•8 min
