
Anesthesia Deconstructed: Unraveling the Complexities of Modern Anesthesia Practice
Founded in 2018 by Mike MacKinnon, DNP, FNP, CRNA, FAAN, and later joined by co-host Joe Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, Anesthesia Deconstructed is an award-winning podcast that consistently ranks as the nation's top-downloaded anesthesia podcast, with two of the most well-known CRNAs in the country as hosts. We feature in... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 60 | Founded | 6 years ago | 
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| Categories | MedicineBusinessEntrepreneurshipHealth & Fitness  | ||||

In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Dr. Joseph Rodriguez — CRNA, former state and national leader, faculty member, and host of Anesthesia Deconstructed — takes us inside the real lessons of anesthesia leadership.
From COVID-era disruption to co... more
In this candid and wide-ranging episode, we sit down with Bill Bruce — CEO of the AANA, representing over 65,000 CRNAs and SRNAs nationwide — to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to lead the profession’s largest and most influential organ... more
In this bold and revealing episode, we sit down with Randy Moore — former military CRNA, past CEO of the AANA, and now a top executive at one of the country’s largest anesthesia organizations — to explore how the anesthesia market unraveled, and why ... more
In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, we sit down with Dr. Brian Schmutzler — anesthesiologist, social media educator, and Executive Vice President of Medical Affairs at CCI Anesthesia — to unpack what it really means to lead in modern anesth... more
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I’ve been a CRNA for 13 years, and this podcast has quickly become one of my favorites! It offers insight into topics that impact our profession beyond the OR. After listening to multiple episodes, I feel more informed, empowered, and connected to the bigger picture of our practice. Thank you for the time, thought, and effort you put into each episode—it truly makes me and our profession stronger!
Anesthesia Deconstructed has been an essential, eye-opening resource for me over the past year. I first discovered Dr. Mike MacKinnon and Joe Rodriguez’s podcast after my very first anesthesia shadow experience with National University CRNA, and it immediately set the tone for how seriously I wanted to approach this profession.
Unlike the typical clinical podcasts I was used to, Anesthesia Deconstructed tackles the legal, organizational, political, economic, and entrepreneurial realities of thi... more
Thank you for the podcast really interesting to listen to. Inspired me to look into national university CRNA program
This podcast gets real without sugar coating information that needs to be heard. Anyone in anesthesia needs to listen
I love the natural conversions and topics. I learn so much here. Thanks Joe and everyone!
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This podcast offers an insightful exploration of complex issues within the field of anesthesia, balancing clinical practice with policy and education. By featuring expert guests, the discussions provide listeners with a well-rounded perspective on various topics affecting anesthesia practice, from leadership challenges to the evolving market dynamics. The engaging format encourages critical thinking and empowers anesthesia professionals to stay informed about the latest developments in their field. Overall, the content is designed to resonate with both seasoned practitioners and those new to the anesthesia landscape, ensuring relevance across a broad audience.
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1. Core Anesthesia
2. Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast
3. Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
4. White Coat Investor Podcast
5. Anesthesia Guidebook
this podcast launched 6 years ago and published 60 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Paul Lefebvre
2. Andrew Clark
3. Chrissy Massaro
4. Dr. Jed Wolpaw
5. Scott Weevil
6. Erin Foley
7. Mark Heafey
8. Matt Mazurek
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