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Central Line by American Society of Anesthesiologists - a podcast series for the anesthesia community

American Society of Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiology
Women In Anesthesia Leadership
Critical Care Medicine
Patient Safety
Pediatric Airway Management
Glp-1 Agonists
Gender Disparities In Medicine
Career Advancement For Women
Gender Diversity In Healthcare
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Anesthesiology History
Patient Care
Healthcare Disparities
Pain Management
Artificial Intelligence
Anesthesia
Leadership Training
Imposter Syndrome
Indigenous Peoples
Diabetes

Central Line, the official podcast series of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, edited by Dr. Adam Striker, features leaders in the field of anesthesiology discussing a variety of challenges and opportunities vital to the practice and profession.

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The guest editors of May’s ASA Monitor, Drs. Brooke Trainer and George Tewfik, discuss practice models with Dr. Zach Deutch. Listen in as they consider the wide array of career paths available to anesthesiologists and weigh competing concerns such as... more

Dr. Adam Striker welcomes Dr. Shamsuddin Akhtar, member of the ACE editorial board, for a discussion of the use of various narcotics in patients with liver disease. Listen in as they discuss how the liver metabolizes opioids in patients with cirrhosi... more

Dr. Keya Locke welcomes Drs. Ana Maria Crawford and Elizabeth Drum, guest editors of April's ASA Monitor, to discuss global health. Listen in as they consider how medicine is changing across the globe, why anesthesiologists are well placed to lead, a... more

Dr. Edward Mariano, co-chair of ASA’s Acute Pain Taskforce, discusses ASA’s new guideline on acute postoperative pain management with Dr. Adam Striker. Find out why this new guideline is needed, who the recommendations are for, what’s changed, and mo... more

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Recent Guests

Brooke Trainer
Guest Editor of ASA Monitor
ASA Monitor
Episode: Inside the Monitor - Working Across Practice Models
Shamsuddin Akhtar
ACE editor and ACE editor/author discussing clinical pharmacology in liver disease
ACE (Anesthesiology Continuing Education)
Episode: Opioids in Patients with Liver Disease
Ana Marie Crawford
Founder, Division of Global Health Equity and Engagement at Stanford University, anesthesia researcher and educator
Stanford University, Division of Global Health Equity and Engagement
Episode: Inside the Monitor – Global Engagement, Local Excellence
Elizabeth Drum
Pediatric anesthesiologist, chair of the ASA Committee on Global Health
ASA Committee on Global Health; World Federation of Societies of Anesthesiologists
Episode: Inside the Monitor – Global Engagement, Local Excellence
Dr. Edward Mariano
Co-chair of ASA's Acute Pain Taskforce
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Episode: 2026 Regional Analgesia Guidelines for Thoracic and Truncal Surgeries
Emily Methangkool
Chair of the Olivevee UCLA Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology, Associate Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at UCLA
UCLA
Episode: Anesthesia in Ambulatory Surgery Centers
George Tewfik
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Director of Quality Assurance, Anesthesia Simulation Education, and Clinical Informatics
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Episode: Anesthesia in Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Dr. Eugenia Ayrian
Guest editor for February's ASA Monitor and expert in neuroanesthesiology.
Chair of an ASA committee on neuroanesthesiology
Episode: Inside the Monitor - Evolving Practices in Neuroanesthesiology
Don Arnold
Outgoing president of ASA
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Episode: ANESTHESIOLOGY 2025 Revisited

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Dr. Adam Striker
Editor and host; central figure in shaping episode discussions and guest lineups
Dr. Keya Locke
Host focusing on neuroanesthesiology, patient safety, and performance in outcomes

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Inside the Monitor - Working Across Practice Models
Q: What factors besides pay should anesthesiologists consider when evaluating a potential job?
Brooke emphasizes leadership, team structure, culture, autonomy, and the ability to lead care as critical factors; George adds that staffing, culture, and how leaders support teaching and research play major roles in job satisfaction.
Inside the Monitor - Working Across Practice Models
Q: Let's get into the meat of the topic. What are our options and practice structures in anesthesia today?
Brooke explains that the universe of options ranges from owning a practice, to employee or shareholder roles, to locums, government or VA positions, and hybrid models; the key is understanding leadership, day-to-day life, and how the environment aligns with one's career goals.
Inside the Monitor – Global Engagement, Local Excellence
Q: What opportunities exist for individuals to get involved in global health through ASA?
Individuals can participate in the Global Scholars program, engage in education and training, support community clinics, donate to the ASA Charitable Foundation, and develop long-term relationships with scholars to support sustainable training programs.
Inside the Monitor – Global Engagement, Local Excellence
Q: How is AI affecting global health and anesthesia training today?
AI is accelerating research, enabling smarter clinical workflows, and providing new education tools, such as real-time feedback during simulation. It has the potential to close the digital divide by creating contextually relevant, multilingual tools for low-resource settings.
Inside the Monitor – Global Engagement, Local Excellence
Q: What is the evolving definition of global health and why does it matter to anesthesiologists?
Global health is not static; it has evolved from public health in wars to a broader focus on health systems, education, advocacy, and cross-border collaboration. For anesthesiologists, understanding global health helps inform leadership in critical care, perioperative safety, and equitable access to care worldwide.

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This show centers on the evolving practice of anesthesia through conversations with senior clinicians, researchers, and leaders from major professional organizations. Episodes frequently probe clinical realities in ambulatory and inpatient settings, patient safety, workforce dynamics, and the impact of policy and technology—such as AI, accreditation, and new payment models—on daily practice. A distinctive thread runs through discussions of mentorship, leadership development, and advocacy within the anesthesia community, making it a practical resource for clinicians aiming to navigate both clinical and organizational challenges. The format often blends case-based insights with strategic overviews from ASA-affiliated guests, highlighting path... more

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2. Shamsuddin Akhtar
3. Ana Marie Crawford
4. Elizabeth Drum
5. Dr. Edward Mariano
6. Emily Methangkool
7. George Tewfik
8. Dr. Eugenia Ayrian

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