Michigan medical leaders launch public education effort to inform Michigan patients, urge them to demand anesthesiologist-led care GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – If your heart stops during surgery, who do you want at the head of the operating table? Two of Michigan’s leading physician organizations say it should be… Read More
We speak with the incoming Society President, Matt Dellaquila, about the topic. Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists are urging summer safety, promoting updated CPR guidelines. We speak with the incoming Society President, Matt Dellaquila, about the topic, including prevention and who needs to know CPR. Listen on… Read More
Anesthesiologists urge Michiganders to be prepared for emergencies Lansing, MI – As families across Michigan head outdoors to enjoy the summer months, the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) reminds the public to prioritize health and safety while staying prepared for emergencies, including cardiac arrest. In light of recently… Read More
Michigan had a five-fold increase in nitrous oxide-related poisonings and deaths in recent years, prompting a warning from local health officials. While the gas can be used safely as a general anesthetic in medical and dental settings, its recreational use can cause severe neurologic, cardiovascular and psychiatric symptoms. Read More
Organizations support new policies to regulate access to protect public health The Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists(MSA), Michigan Dental Association (MDA) and Michigan Poison & Drug Information Center (MiPDC) are joining forces to warn the public of the risks of recreational nitrous oxide use. Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, is a colorless… Read More
With cannabis and hallucinogen use on the rise, the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists is trying to educate the public on the importance of disclosing the use of the substances to physicians, particularly before going into surgery. Read more at The Detroit News… Read More
The Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) is educating the public about why patients must discuss their use of cannabis and psilocybin mushrooms before a surgery or procedure. While cannabis, including marijuana and CBD, is legal in Michigan, and specific cities have decriminalized entheogenic plants like magic mushrooms, patients… Read More
If you are planning to have surgery, you probably know that your surgeon is not the only person who will be taking care of you. A team of physicians, nurses and other medical professionals will be working to make sure your surgery and recovery are safe and successful. Read More
Week honors ‘gold standard’ team model used by Michigan anesthesiologists to ensure patient safety, care LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has proclaimed Jan. 26 through Feb. 1, 2025, as Physician Anesthesiologists Week in recognition of Michigan’s anesthesiologists as guardians of patient safety in health care. In her proclamation,… Read More
As we embark on a new year, I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your leadership on behalf of your fellow physicians. I want to take a moment to reflect on our recent success in stopping the lame-duck effort to dismantle Michigan’s long-standing liability reforms and to share some lessons… Read More