Host: Prof. Jens Meier (Austria) Speaker: Dr Tina Tomić Mahečić (Croatia) In this episode of the ESAIC Podcast, our experts explore the complexities of thrombocytopenia beyond clinical guidelines. They discuss why platelet counts alone can be misleading, the impact of severe anaemia on haemostasis, and the risks of platelet transfusion in conditions such as TTP and HIT. A valuable listen for clinicians seeking a more nuanced approach to platelet management.
Apr 07, 2026•21 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Host: Dr Paul McConnell Speaker: Prof. Gernot Marx In this episode of Challenging Dogmas , our experts question traditional measures of success, explore patient-centred outcomes beyond mortality, and reflect on the roles of technology, data, and institutions in moving towards more holistic perioperative care.
Feb 03, 2026•27 min•Season 5Ep. 1
#Value-based Healthcare The Innovation Village at Euroanaesthesia 2025 hosted a series of riveting discussions about the fast-evolving technologies and practices in the fields of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Once again, it was a meeting space for healthcare professionals, Industry partners, and delegates to discuss this year’s topics: Sustainability, AI & Connectivity, and Value-based Healthcare. You would not run a marathon without any training, would you? As Dr McKinlay explains, th...
Dec 02, 2025•41 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Host: Dr Sarah Saxena Speaker: Prof. Michael Grocott As a fundamental aspect of the practice of anaesthesiology, haemodynamic monitoring is both routine and often elusive. Prof. Grocott has long been fascinated by this complex intervention. In this episode, he reflects, with Host Dr. Saxena, on the evolution of blood flow monitoring and how new technology might radically change how we manage haemodynamics in the OR. Supported by: Sintetica, BD and Medtronic
Nov 04, 2025•27 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Host: Dr Paul McConnell Speaker: Dr Mia Gisselbaek When a child’s welfare is at stake, emotions tend to run high and conflict may easily arise. In this episode, Dr Paul McConnell discusses with Dr Mia Gisselbaek the ethical and practical dilemmas that you may face when you disagree with your patient’s caretaker. From identifying the key warning signs of tensions to practical tips to diffuse misunderstandings, this episode prepares you to face challenging situations with professionalism and empat...
Oct 07, 2025•28 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Sex and Gender are still under-considered parameters in the field of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. This episode brings together two DEI thought-leaders: Prof. Francesca Rubulotta is joined by Prof. Daniela Filipescu for an eye-opening discussion on the vital importance of inclusivity. Discover how factoring in Sex and Gender at all levels of perioperative care can improve non only patient outcome but team efficiency.
Sep 09, 2025•31 min•Season 4Ep. 9
#Connectivity The Innovation Village at Euroanaesthesia 2025 hosted a series of riveting discussions about the fast-evolving technologies and practices in the fields of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Once again, it was a meeting space for healthcare professionals, Industry partners, and delegates to discuss this year’s topics: Sustainability, AI & Connectivity, and Value-based Healthcare. Innovation is happening fast. Too fast? What to do when technology allows us more than we can handl...
Jul 08, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 7
#Sustainability The Innovation Village at Euroanaesthesia 2025 hosted a series of riveting discussions about the fast-evolving technologies and practices in the fields of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Once again, it was a meeting space for healthcare professionals, Industry partners, and delegates to discuss this year’s topics: Sustainability, AI & Connectivity, and Value-based Healthcare. Two years after the signing of the Glasgow Declaration, what are the major challenges faced by he...
Jun 24, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 6
#Artifical Intelligence The Innovation Village at Euroanaesthesia 2025 hosted a series of riveting discussions about the fast-evolving technologies and practices in the fields of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Once again, it was a meeting space for healthcare professionals, Industry partners, and delegates to discuss this year’s topics: Sustainability, AI & Connectivity, and Value-based Healthcare. Are the clinicians of tomorrow computer scientists? Behind this cheeky question, lies a n...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Which are the potential applications of EEG in the Intensive Care Unit? What makes EEG valuable in a clinical setting? What information the EGG can give us, from a clinical perspective? Join our host Prof. Chiara Robba in an in-depth discussion with Prof. Mathias Gelderblom and find out more on the role of EEG in the ICU. Supported by Nihon Kohden
Mar 25, 2025•21 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Prof. Wolfgang Buhre engages in an exciting discussion with Dr. Warren Sandberg on the growing appeal of electronic health records in anaesthesiology and perioperative care. This podcast dives into the various applications of electronic data records in daily clinical practice, research, and the patient medical journey. From patient safety to department fundings, electronics records hold a potential for systemic changes. How do Europe and the United States of America differ in their approach to t...
Mar 11, 2025•26 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Advanced haemodynamic monitoring is much more than only a blood pressure measurement. Its applications can actually help professionals control and measure cardiac output function and blood flow. In this episode, Dr Miguel Tavares, and Mr Armin Grieb, are exploring the potential of non-invasive cardiac output monitoring. Join them in their insightful discussion and find out more about the necessity of haemodynamic monitoring. Supported by Nihon Kohden
Feb 11, 2025•25 min•Season 4Ep. 2
How we define procedural sedation and analgesia (PSA)? Which is the level of sedation we should provide to patient having procedural sedation? How we keep safety during the procedure? What is the role of monitoring in keeping a certain level of safety for the patient? In this episode, hosted by Prof. Thomas Fuchs-Buder, Prof. Massimo Lamperti presents an overview of the ESAIC guidelines for procedural sedation and analgesia in adults, published in 2018, in anticipation of their upcoming update. ...
Jan 14, 2025•30 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In today’s healthcare landscape, managing and presenting major adverse events poses significant challenges for healthcare professionals all over the world. In this episode, Prof. Michel Struys and Mr. Andreas Schabbach aim to explore advanced predictive technologies as a possible solution to this kind of challenge. Join them in their discussion and find out more. Supported by Nihon Kohden
Dec 09, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Dr. Markus Klimek and Dr. Joana Berger-Estilita join TopMedTalk at Euroanaesthesia 2024 to discuss education in anaesthesiology, including the latest ESICM perioperative intensive care e-course. Hosted by Desiree Chappell and Kate Leslie, this episode explores new methods of training and widening access to critical knowledge in anaesthesiology and intensive care.
Nov 12, 2024•17 min
How does Euroanaesthesia make a lasting impact in the field of anesthesiology? Prof. Michel Struys, Chair of the ESAIC Scientific Committee, discusses how Euroanaesthesia shapes the future of anaesthesiology with TopMedTalk’s Desiree Chappell and Kate Leslie. Listen in to hear insights into topic selection, training approaches, and how this event achieves real impact in the field.
Nov 12, 2024•19 min
🎙️Prof. Wolfgang Buhre and Dr. Carolina Romero Garcia share perspectives on mentorship, leadership, and the importance of evidence-based guidelines in perioperative medicine, in conversation with TopMedTalk’s Desiree Chappell and Kate Leslie. This discussion explores why a European perioperative database could be essential for the future.
Nov 12, 2024•32 min
🎙️ How is anaesthesiology tackling climate change? Edoardo De Robertis and Patricio Gonzalez-Pizarro speak with TopMedTalk’s Desiree Chappell at Euroanaesthesia 2024, discussing ESAIC’s Glasgow Declaration on Sustainability and practical steps towards reducing environmental impact in anaesthesia. A timely conversation on sustainability and professional well-being.
Nov 12, 2024•21 min
A caesarean section (c-section) is the most common surgical procedure in the world accounting for more than one fifth of all childbirth and if not contradicted, neuraxial anaesthesia is the “go” standard of care. However, what do we do if our patient does not want a neuraxial for a c-section? Join our host Dr Andrea Kollmann Camaiora, in an in-depth discussion with Dr Nicolas Brogly and learn more on this significant topic.
Nov 11, 2024•20 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Are you keen in expanding your awareness on Haemodynamics? Do you want to get a glimpse into the latest research in the field? In this episode our host, Prof. Bernd Saugel, is reviewing, along with Prof. Jean-Luc Fellahi, a selection of relevant publications providing valuable insights on the latest knowledge in the field. Join them in their discussion and get informed. Supported by Masimo
Sep 10, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 18
When and under which circumstances fiberoptic intubation should being performed? Are there any special techniques that can facilitate the procedure? What about patients consent on performing awake fiberoptic intubation? Join our host, Dr Andrey Varvinskiy, in an in-depth discussion with Prof. Ellen O'Sullivan, and find out more on fiberoptic intubation and how to “keeping it simple”.
Aug 13, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Which is the first step to take when developing a new guideline? How the roadmap looks like? What are the key milestones along the way? How long does it usually takes for a guideline to get published? Join our host Prof. Peter Kranke, Past Chairperson of the ESAIC Guidelines Committee, in an in-depth discussion with Dr Carolina Romero, current Chairperson of the ESAIC Guidelines Committee and find out more on “How Guidelines are created”.
Jul 23, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 16
In this episode, our Host, Prof. Cesare Gregoretti will discuss with Dr Lorenzo Ball issues related to “One lung ventilation”. What makes one lung ventilation difficult? Which are the main indications for one lung ventilation in the operating room? How we achieve lung separation? Is there room for one lung ventilation in emergency setting in the ICU? Listen to this podcast and find out more on “One lung ventilation” and how to “keeping it simple”.
Jul 09, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 15
#connectivity The innovation village, was inaugurated at Euroanaesthesia 2024, in Munich, as a space where ESAIC and Industry Partners connected, discussed and presented healthcare opportunities and challenges generated by innovation. This year, the focus was on three key areas of discussion: connectivity, sustainability, and neuroscience. Listen to the “Innovation Village Podcasts” and find out more. In this session, chaired by Dr Francisco Maio Matos, Prof. Kai Zacharowski, Mrs. Maria Bürger, ...
Jul 01, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 13
#neuroscience The innovation village, was inaugurated at Euroanaesthesia 2024, in Munich, as a space where ESAIC and Industry Partners connected, discussed and presented healthcare opportunities and challenges generated by innovation. This year, the focus was on three key areas of discussion: connectivity, sustainability, and neuroscience. Listen to the “Innovation Village Podcasts” and find out more. In this session chaired by Prof. Vincent Bonhomme, Prof. Gerhard Schneider, Dr Basil Matta, and...
Jul 01, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 14
#sustainability The innovation village, was inaugurated at Euroanaesthesia 2024, in Munich, as a space where ESAIC and Industry Partners connected, discussed and presented healthcare opportunities and challenges generated by innovation. This year, the focus was on three key areas of discussion: connectivity, sustainability, and neuroscience. Listen to the “Innovation Village Podcasts” and find out more. In this session, chaired by Dr Patricio González-Pizarro, Dr Nicolaas Hendrik Sperna Weiland,...
Jul 01, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 12
#connectivity The innovation village, was inaugurated at Euroanaesthesia 2024, in Munich, as a space where ESAIC and Industry Partners connected, discussed and presented healthcare opportunities and challenges generated by innovation. This year, the focus was on three key areas of discussion: connectivity, sustainability, and neuroscience. Listen to the “Innovation Village Podcasts” and find out more. In this session, chaired by Prof. Wolfgang Buhre, Prof. Thomas Scheeren, Mr. James Waterson, an...
Jul 01, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 11
#connectivity The innovation village, was inaugurated at Euroanaesthesia 2024, in Munich, as a space where ESAIC and Industry Partners connected, discussed and presented healthcare opportunities and challenges generated by innovation. This year, the focus was on three key areas of discussion: connectivity, sustainability, and neuroscience. Listen to the “Innovation Village Podcasts” and find out more. In this session, chaired by Prof. Bernd Saugel, Dr Marjolein Haveman, Mr. Pau Imaz Boada, and M...
Jul 01, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Discrimination against women in the healthcare sector is a reality that many women have to deal with on a daily basis. In this episode, Dr Natalie Urwyler, starting from her own experience in the workplace, provides valuable insights on the reasons that cause such behaviours and the impact that those are having while highlighting steps that need to be taken towards their elimination. Join her in an insightful discussion on “Standing up to gender discrimination in anaesthesia” with our host, Dr P...
Jun 11, 2024•22 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Studies have shown that monitoring and treating intraoperative nociceptive events can lead to less postoperative pain, making it a critical aspect of patient care during surgery. Still there is a difference in the perceived importance of anesthetic depth vs antinociception monitoring among anaesthetists. Which are the reasons behind this reality? Is it possible to guarantee intraoperative pain monitoring for all patients? Are the devices currently on the market known and used by professionals? I...
Apr 23, 2024•25 min•Season 3Ep. 8
