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Anaesthesia-related podcasts

Anaesthesia on Air Anaesthesia on Air is the podcast from the Royal College of Anaesthetists. Episodes feature highlights from RCOA conferences and events as well as specially recorded conversations with subject experts. RCOA is always looking for new content, so if you have any ideas, or would like to get involved, please contact: podcast@rcoa.ac.uk
Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary Podcast A Podcast for Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews, Debates and Commentary. Presented by Jed Wolpaw (Assistant professor of anesthesia and critical care medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine). This podcast aims to help trainees who are reviewing for their exams as well as to provide a forum for interesting topics, debates, and interviews in the areas of anesthesia.
Anesthesia Deconstructed: Science. Politics. Realities This podcast will touch on issues ranging from clinical to politics of anesthesiology and take a balanced, realistic approach based on the evidence.
AnesthesiaExam Podcast Hosted by David Rosenblum. Podcast discusses anesthesiology board prep and issues relevant to anesthesiologists.
Anesthesia Learn On The Go Podcast from the University of Kentucky Department of Anesthesiology. The objective of the podcast is to teach the information, skills, and attitudes necessary to achieve and maintain clinical excellence. There is no substitute for actual clinical experience and the volume and diversity of surgical procedures and anesthetic techniques fulfill these requisite needs.
Anesthesia & Pain Management Success Anesthesia & Pain Management Success is a non-clinical exploration of the most interesting facets of pain management and anesthesiology, and includes career insights, unique stories, and groundbreaking endeavors. This interview-driven show brings expert perspectives from MD practitioners and administrators, consultants, financial planners, entrepreneurs and others in an entertaining format. Get savvy about your career opportunities, learn about some of the industry’s movers-and-shakers, and hear the things that med school didn’t teach you about how to have a successful career as an anesthesiologist or pain management physician.
Anesthesia Wise Guys Podcast Anesthesia Wise Guys aims to host discussions, commentaries, and overall engaging topics bringing out some of the humor most anesthesia providers possess.
ASRA News ASRA News is the official newsletter of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). Published quarterly online (www.asra.com/asra-news) in February, May, August, and November, newsletter articles address hot topics in the field and provide an opportunity for regional anesthesiology and pain medicine physicians and healthcare providers to share their experiences and recommendations for various aspects of practice. The publication also includes organization news, updates, and meeting information. Note: Mention of specific products do not indicate or imply endorsement. Author opinions do not necessarily represent those of ASRA.
Beyond the Boards Podcasts - Beyond Anesthesia
Central Line Central Line is the official biweekly podcast from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, edited by Dr. Adam Striker. We'll bring together leaders in the field of anesthesiology for conversations that address challenges and opportunities vital to the field. We hope you'll join ASA to learn more about how the anesthesiology community is working to advance patient safety, the quality of care and the profession.
Cochrane Podcasts Cochrane podcasts deliver the latest Cochrane evidence in an easy to access audio format, allowing you to stay up to date on newly published reviews wherever you are. Each Cochrane podcast offers a short summary of a recent Cochrane review from the authors themselves. They have been recorded in 33 languages and are brief, allowing everyone from healthcare professionals to patients and families to hear the latest Cochrane evidence in under five minutes.
Depth of Anesthesia Hosted by David Hao at the Massachusetts General Hospital that critically explores clinical practices. This is a podcast exploring the depth of our critical thinking around clinical practices.
From the Head of the Bed The podcast series is a publication of dozens of interview-based podcasts with experts in the field of anesthesia and a dedicated series of podcasts for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs) and anesthesia learners. Topics will range the entire clinical spectrum including perioperative patient management, pharmacology, airway & critical-incident management. SRNA-focused podcasts will address success strategies for graduate school, clinical preparation, surgical case overviews and more!
OpenAnesthesia Multimedia Podcast This Podcast is one component of OpenAnesthesia.org, sponsored by the International Anesthesia Research Society, which was founded by Dr. Ed Nemergut and Dr. Robert Thiele. It debuted in July 2009 with the broad goal of advancing graduate medical education in anesthesia. Since its inception as an experimental project, OpenAnesthesia™ has grown to be a comprehensive resource for anesthesiology residents and physicians worldwide. Available on iTunes.
Pediatric Anesthesia Podcast of the Month Each month, this podcast we will feature an interesting clinical image or finding in pediatric anesthesia. A case-based approach will be used to teach core concepts in pediatric anesthesia. The videos can be viewed on the site and can also be downloaded as part of the OpenAnesthesia podcast on iTunes.
Presentations - Westmead Anaesthesia A podcast by the Westmead Hospital Department of Anaesthetics, it contains weekly presentation recordings from the Department of Anaesthetics at Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia.

Paediatric pain podcasts

Fully updated 2023 collection now available.

AudioDigest Anesthesiology Collection
AudioDigest provides instant online and mobile access to 250+ accredited anaesthesiology, pain medicine and critical care audio lectures presented by experts from leading institutions, bringing clinicians a convenient continuing medical education (CME/CE) experience. Each lecture includes: objectives, pre-test Q&A, summary & readings, post-test Q&A, evaluation. Free registration required.
See our dedicated AudioDigest guide for more information including full registration and access details

CPD Value: CPD participants may claim this under the Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity. Use the My Transcript feature to track completed activities.

Spotlighted podcasts

Recommended podcasts are listed below.

Conversations with Chris Cokis
The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists has started a new audio series with ANZCA President Dr Chris Cokis called “Conversations with Chris Cokis” where he'll be talking to various college leaders.
Conversations with Chris Cokis - Episode 1 (Dr Tanya Selak)
In this episode, ANZCA President, Dr Chris Cokis interviews ANZCA Councillor and 2023 ANZCA Annual Scientific Meeting Co-convenor Dr Tanya Selak.
Conversations with Chris Cokis - Episode 2 (Dr Deb Devonshire)
In this episode, ANZCA President, Dr Chris Cokis interviews ANZCA Councillor and chair of the ANZCA and FPM CPD Committee Dr Deb Devonshire.
Conversations with Chris Cokis - Episode 3 (Dr Scott Ma)
In this episode, ANZCA President, Dr Chris Cokis interviews Dr Scott Ma. Scott is chair of the Professional Affairs Executive Committee, and the Specialist International Medical Graduate Committee and former chair of the ANZCA Environmental Sustainability Network Executive.

Blue Book audio recordings
Audio recorded chapters of the Blue Book are available to listen to now on our SoundCloud.

Ten chapters from the 2021 edition of Australasian Anaesthesia (known as the Blue Book) have been recorded. You can stream these on the ANZCA SoundCloud page or listen via Spotify Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.
Blue Book (Spotify)
Blue Book (Apple)
Blue Book (Google)

The following chapters are available:

A beginner's guide to in-flight medical emergencies by Dr Gareth Jones, Dr Nicola Emslie and Dr Dean Bunbury
Atrial fibrillation, ablation, and the anaesthetist by Dr Cameron Maxwell, Dr Derek Potgieter and Professor Thomas Bruessel
Bubble trouble: Vascular gas embolism by Dr Bridget Devaney
Direct acting oral anticoagulants - pharmacology and perioperative considerations by Dr Kate Drummond
How can anaesthetists talk to patients with obesity? by Dr Natalie Smith, Dr Anthony Hodsdon and Professor David A Story
Medicolegal insights into anaesthesia by Dr Chris Bolton
Epidural labour anaesthesia by Dr Victor Chen and Dr Harriet Wood
Teaching medical students during clinical anaesthesia placements by Dr Jeremy Rogers, Dr Jeremy Carman, Dr Andrew Gardner, Dr Ross MacPherson
Preparing the elderly patient for elective non-cardiac surgery by Dr Naomi Osborne, Dr Leena Nagappan, and Dr Kevin Kwan
Enhancing powerful medication – applications of the placebo response for pain management by Dr Andrew Watson and Professor Thomas Bruessel

Additional chapters will be recorded and added over the coming weeks. Thank you to Dr Peter Cook for voicing the audio recordings.

ABC's of Anaesthesia
An Australian medical education podcast about all things in Anaesthesia. We want to provide everyone from medical student to specialist with interesting interviews, exam tips and discuss the latest information, practice and techniques. Hosted by Lahiru Amaratunge and Kas Wickramarachchi.
ABCs of Anaesthesia (Apple)
ABCs of Anaesthesia (Google)

Anaesthesia Coffee Break
Tips, tricks and lots of great information for the Part 1 ANZCA anaesthesia exam!
Anaesthesia Coffee Break (Apple)
Anaesthesia Coffee Break (Spotify)
Anaesthesia Coffee Break (YouTube)

Australian Anaesthetist Podcast
Join the Australian Society of Anaesthetists as they chat with experts and friends about issues that impact Australian anaesthesia. Hosted by Dr Suzi Nou.
Australian Anaesthetist (Apple)
Australian Anaesthetist (Google)
Australian Anaesthetist (Spotify)

Anaesthesia on Air Podcast
Podcast from the Royal College of Anaesthetists, featuring highlights from conferences and events as well as specially recorded conversations with subject experts.
Anaesthesia on Air (Apple)
Anaesthesia on Air (Google)
Anaesthesia on Air (Spotify)

EJA Podcast
The EJA Podcast collection is an in-depth view into the EJA's articles and features conversations with authors, healthcare workers and medical thought leaders on topics relevantto anaesthesia, intensive care, perioperative care, pain management and more.

Q&A with Patrice Forget, author of “Persistent postoperative opioid use in Europe: A systematic review”

Taking Care: A podcast of conversations about public safety and healthcare
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) hosts conversations and interviews with people in our community. We discuss current issues, address myths and common questions, and talk about what we can do to best protect the public and support the safe delivery of healthcare in Australia.
Taking care (Apple)

Harrison's Podclass
Illuminating and engaging discussions on key principles of internal medicine, around board-style case vignettes from the Harrison’s Self Assessment and Board Review.

McGraw Hill AccessAnesthesiology | AccessMedicine LISTEN Anywhere feature

It is now possible to listen to your favourite MGH textbooks as audiobooks using the new in-built ReadSpeaker feature. Simply click on the Listen icon to begin.

AccessAnesthesiology

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Spotlighted podcast episodes

Podcast episodes of interest are listed below.

Rescuing the boys from the cave - Richard Harris
Medicine and diving have been twin themes of South Australian anaesthetist Richard ‘Harry’ Harris’ adult life.

He and close friend Craig Challen were about to leave on a cave diving adventure in July 2018 when they got news of a group of boys marooned in a flooded cave in Thailand.
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One of the cave divers at the scene called Richard. He asked if it would be possible to extract the boys by carrying them out under heavy sedation. Richard’s response was that it was out of the question.

But by the time he got to Thailand, he realised it was the only feasible solution to bringing the boys out alive.

Richard and Craig were jointly named as 2019 Australian of the Year for their roles in the rescue mission.

Copies of Against All Odds are available for loan from the ANZCA Library.
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Pomegranate Health
This award-winning podcast about the culture of medicine is developed with the guidance of RACP members, to inspire excellence in practice.
Episode highlight: Ep. 51: Getting off the opioids – Part 1
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In Episode 51: Getting off the opioids – Part 1, Dr Hayes describes an alternative approach to therapy that involves breaking maladaptive pain associations in the nervous system. This online learning podcast may be claimed under the ANZCA and FPM CPD program with Knowledge and Skills “Learning Sessions” at one credit per hour.

Anesthesiology Journal's podcast
A medicine podcast from: Anesthesiology, the journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Episode highlight: Podcast on Benefit versus Severe Side Effects of Opioid Analgesia
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Articles Discussed:
- Benefit versus Severe Side Effects of Opioid Analgesia: Novel Utility Functions of Probability of Analgesia and Respiratory Depression
- μ-Opioid Receptor Agonists: Do They Have Utility in the Treatment of Acute Pain?

The Complexities of Emergency Laparotomy
A discussion between Prof Andrew Hill (Colorectal Surgeon) and Dr Nick Lightfoot (Anaesthestist) at Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand

Podcasts

Recommended podcasts are listed below. Additional information about podcasts can be found on the Podcasts library guide.

CPD Value: CPD participants may claim this under Knowledge and skills ‘Learning sessions’ activity.

Spotlight: Featured podcasts

After some fresh podcast episodes on Anaesthesia topics? Check these out.

Anaesthesia on Air Anaesthesia on Air is the podcast from the Royal College of Anaesthetists. Episodes feature highlights from RCOA conferences and events as well as specially recorded conversations with subject experts. RCOA is always looking for new content, so if you have any ideas, or would like to get involved, please contact: podcast@rcoa.ac.uk
Anesthesia & Pain Management Success Anesthesia & Pain Management Success is a non-clinical exploration of the most interesting facets of pain management and anesthesiology, and includes career insights, unique stories, and groundbreaking endeavors. This interview-driven show brings expert perspectives from MD practitioners and administrators, consultants, financial planners, entrepreneurs and others in an entertaining format. Get savvy about your career opportunities, learn about some of the industry’s movers-and-shakers, and hear the things that med school didn’t teach you about how to have a successful career as an anesthesiologist or pain management physician.
Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary Podcast A Podcast for Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews, Debates and Commentary. Presented by Jed Wolpaw (Assistant professor of anesthesia and critical care medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine). This podcast aims to help trainees who are reviewing for their exams as well as to provide a forum for interesting topics, debates, and interviews in the areas of anesthesia.
Anesthesia Deconstructed: Science. Politics. Realities This podcast will touch on issues ranging from clinical to politics of anesthesiology and take a balanced, realistic approach based on the evidence.
AnesthesiaExam Podcast Hosted by David Rosenblum. Podcast discusses anesthesiology board prep and issues relevant to anesthesiologists.
Anesthesia Learn On The Go Podcast from the University of Kentucky Department of Anesthesiology. The objective of the podcast is to teach the information, skills, and attitudes necessary to achieve and maintain clinical excellence. There is no substitute for actual clinical experience and the volume and diversity of surgical procedures and anesthetic techniques fulfill these requisite needs.
Anesthesia Wise Guys Podcast Anesthesia Wise Guys aims to host discussions, commentaries, and overall engaging topics bringing out some of the humor most anesthesia providers possess.
ASRA News ASRA News is the official newsletter of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA). Published quarterly online (www.asra.com/asra-news) in February, May, August, and November, newsletter articles address hot topics in the field and provide an opportunity for regional anesthesiology and pain medicine physicians and healthcare providers to share their experiences and recommendations for various aspects of practice. The publication also includes organization news, updates, and meeting information. Note: Mention of specific products do not indicate or imply endorsement. Author opinions do not necessarily represent those of ASRA.
Central Line Central Line is the official biweekly podcast from the American Society of Anesthesiologists, edited by Dr. Adam Striker. We'll bring together leaders in the field of anesthesiology for conversations that address challenges and opportunities vital to the field. We hope you'll join ASA to learn more about how the anesthesiology community is working to advance patient safety, the quality of care and the profession.
Depth of Anesthesia Hosted by David Hao at the Massachusetts General Hospital that critically explores clinical practices. This is a podcast exploring the depth of our critical thinking around clinical practices.
From the Head of the Bed The podcast series is a publication of dozens of interview-based podcasts with experts in the field of anesthesia and a dedicated series of podcasts for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs) and anesthesia learners. Topics will range the entire clinical spectrum including perioperative patient management, pharmacology, airway & critical-incident management. SRNA-focused podcasts will address success strategies for graduate school, clinical preparation, surgical case overviews and more!

Journal podcasts

Academic Medicine podcast Meet medical students and residents, clinicians and educators, health care thought leaders and researchers in this podcast from the journal Academic Medicine. Episodes chronicle the stories of these individuals as they experience the science and the art of medicine. Guests delve deeper into the issues shaping medical schools and teaching hospitals today. Subscribe to this podcast and listen as the conversation continues. The journal Academic Medicine serves as an international forum to advance knowledge about the principles, policy, and practice of research, education, and patient care in academic settings.
American Thoracic Society Journals - Out of the Blue Podcasts Brought to you by the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, the Out of the Blue podcast takes you out of the pages of the Blue Journal and into the minds of the most brilliant researchers in the fields of respiratory, critical care, and sleep medicine. Every other week, podcast hosts Nitin Seam M.D. and Trish Kritek M.D. discuss an article from the renowned AJRCCM with one of the work's authors. Listen in as they discuss groundbreaking research with the individuals who had a direct hand in its development.
The Anaesthesia Journal Podcast Here you can find podcasts which go deeper into the issues raised by important papers published in Anaesthesia on topics of relevance to all clinically practicing professionals.
Anesthesia and Analgesia Featured Article Podcast From OpenAnesthesia.org®, each month an article from A&A is discussed, often with insight from the authors themselves.
Anesthesiology Journal's podcast A medicine podcast from: Anesthesiology, the journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Annals of Emergency Medicine Audio & Podcasting (Archive)
BJA Education Podcasts [current and archive]
Also available on iTunes [archive - no longer updated]
The BMJ Podcast A podcast powered by FeedBurner
British Journal of Anaesthesia Podcasts [archive]
Also available on iTunes [archive]
Chest Journal Each month, CHEST hosts a discussion with the authors of articles from the current issue, adding context and commentary to the challenges facing clinicians in the fields of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. As Podcast Editor and Moderator, D. Kyle Hogarth, MD, FCCP explains: "The goal of each conversation is to pique our listeners' interest and compel them to read additional work by the featured authors or on the topics covered."
The Clinical Teacher Podcasts Available on iTunes
Critical Care Medicine Podcasts Critical Care Medicine iCritical Care Podcast Latest Episodes
The EJA Podcast collection The EJA Podcast collection is an in-depth view into our Journal's articles and explores conversations with authors, healthcare workers and medical thought leaders throughout the year to discuss topics relevant to Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, Perioperative Care, Pain Management and more.
EMCrit Podcast - Critical Care and Resuscitation Available on iTunes
Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain - Podcasts for Health Professionals
The Lancet - Audio Archive
Medical Education Podcasts
Medical Journal of Australia Podcasts
New England Journal of Medicine Podcasts & Feeds Choose from NEJM Weekly Audio Summary, or NEJM Interviews.
Regional Anesthesia & Pain Podcast Episodes Join hosts Drs Raj Gupta, Eric Schwenk, Gary Schwartz and Sandy Christiansen as they address hot topics in regional anaesthesia and pain medicine featuring guests from the ASRA community. The Regional Anesthesia and Pain Podcast (RAPP) features authors of significant publications to help explain their work, debates on the merits and pitfalls of new technology and therapy, and information on important events where you can participate with the ASRA community in person.

General medical podcasts

CRE Training Lab Podcast CRE Training Lab is a podcast produced by the Centres of Research Excellence at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute in Melbourne, Victoria. The Paediatric Emergency Medicine CRE (including PREDICT) is part of this group. Each episode presents tools and information on new topics aimed at early to mid career researchers and PhD students.
Doctor NOS Non-profit podcast hosted by Dr Maple Goh providing career guidance, leadership and role-modelling to resident doctors for medical and non-medical pathways. The main objectives are to promote equity and equal opportunity by highlighting and connecting doctors from diverse backgrounds, and to explore the multitude of careers that can be personalised and shaped to each individual. Funded by the New Zealand Resident Doctors Association (NZRDA) Education Trust.
JAMA Network audio JAMA Network audio is available on iTunes, Google Play, other listening apps, and on each journal's website.
KeyLIME - Key Literature in Medical Education podcasts These podcasts, produced by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, summarise key points from articles on medical education in 20 minutes.
Mayo Clinic - Podcast
PeriopMed Podcast (Monash University) Monash University's PeriopMed podcast series includes: Can Perioperative teams impact on post operative complications?, Anaemia and iron deficiency in the perioperative setting, and Advance care planning.
Pomegranate Health Pomegranate Health is an award-winning podcast about the culture of medicine. How do doctors make difficult clinical and ethical decisions? How can one communicate better with patients? How can health delivery be made more equitable and efficient? You’ll hear from clinicians, researchers and advocates. Every episode is developed with the guidance of RACP members, to inspire excellence in practice.
RACS Post Op Podcasts
Radiology Podcasts - Radiological Society of North America Available on iTunes
Research Review Australia
Research Review NZ
The Surgery Podcast - Behind The Knife These podcasts are aimed for everyone interested in not only an in-depth look at the broad range of surgical topics, but a “behind the scenes” look at the interesting, controversial and humanistic side of surgery from some of the giants in the field. Come along with Kevin Kniery, Jason Bingham, John McClellan and Scott Steele on a journey that explores all the disciplines of General Surgery in this informal discussion and interview format. We feel that this is the perfect medium not only to cover important educational topics for all stages of your professional career, but allow you to listen to a first-hand account of not only where we have been from those that pioneered the way, but also an opportunity to explore where we are now and are headed in the not so distant future from surgical leaders.
TopMedTalk TopMedTalk for the latest medical news: Live updates from conferences; Journal Club; Techno-Talk; Interactive phone-in discussions; and Hot-Topic podcasts. Continuing Medical Education (CME) on the go.

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