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

American Society of Anesthesiologists
Anesthesiology
Patient Safety
American Society Of Anesthesiologists
Anesthesia
Mentorship
Artificial Intelligence
Burnout
Pain Management
Malignant Hyperthermia
Practice Management
Chronic Pain Management
Joint Commission
Hospital Accreditation
Pediatric Regional Anesthesia
Pediatric Pain Management
Ketamine
Patient Care
Critical Care Medicine
Women In Anesthesia Leadership
Opioid Epidemic

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.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes200Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Drs. Manuel Pardo and Ashish Khanna, co-guest editors of September’s ASA Monitor, speak with Dr. Zach Deutch about the current state of academic anesthesiology and its path forward. The conversation touches on challenges and opportunities, the role o... more

Dr. Aaron Primm, editor for Summaries of Emerging Evidence (SEE), speaks with Dr. Adam Striker about three items featured in SEE Volume 42B related to anesthesia for GI endoscopy: a comparison of remimazolam and propofol, a consideration of the value... more

Sponsored by MyStaffSchedule, in this episode, Dr. Adam Striker interviews a husband-and-wife team who developed a scheduling platform for healthcare organizations. Listen in as CRNA, Ms. Krista Niedermeier, and IT professional, Mr. Ricky Niedermeier... more

Dr. Adam Striker interviews Drs. Ashley Eltorai and Joseph Answine to gain a better understanding of what anesthesiologists should know about the deposition process. Listen in as they consider the elements of a malpractice claim, how to prepare for a... more

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Recent Guests

Krista Niedermeier
CRNA, director of anesthesia, founder of MyStaffSchedule
MyStaffSchedule
Episode: Anesthesia Scheduling
Ricky Niedermeier
IT expert, founder of MyStaffSchedule
MyStaffSchedule
Episode: Anesthesia Scheduling
Ashley Eltorai
Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Connecticut School of Medicine; JD candidate
University of Connecticut School of Medicine; University of Connecticut School of Law
Episode: Depositions - What to Know
Joseph Answine
Professor at Penn State University Hospital; defense expert in malpractice
Penn State University Hospital; Pennsylvania Society of Anesthesiologists; ASA
Episode: Depositions - What to Know
Zain Hasan
Anesthesiologist and educator with a large online presence
(unspecified)
Episode: Behind the Scenes with Social Media Influencers
Max Feinstein
Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiologist and educator with a YouTube channel
(unspecified)
Episode: Behind the Scenes with Social Media Influencers
Jim Hill
Physician executive, critical care anesthesiologist, COO at Parma Medical Center
University Hospitals Parma Medical Center
Episode: Inside the Monitor: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship
Chris Glover
Practicing pediatric anesthesiologist; Professor at Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine
Episode: Inside the Monitor: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship
Eugenia Ayrian
Faculty with focus on mentorship and education
ASA Ad Hoc Committee on Mentorship; University affiliations not fully specified
Episode: Mentorship and Trainees

Hosts

Adam Striker
Host and editor of the podcast
Patrick Guillaume
ASA president, appears in a closing segment
Dr. Zach Deutch
Host of Central Line podcast
Brooke Trainer
Host of Central Line; Co-host
Keya Locke
Host of Central Line

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Inside the Monitor: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship
Q: How do these concepts differ across academic and private practice settings or as physicians move from resident to leader?
In academia, mentorship focuses on education, research, and leadership development, while sponsorship often targets promotions and committee leadership; in private practice, sponsorship may center on partnerships, medical directorships, and operational leadership, with allyship ensuring a culture that supports diverse leaders.
Inside the Monitor: Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship
Q: Can you define mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship for listeners who may not be familiar with the terms?
Mentorship is guidance to navigate challenges and develop skills; sponsorship is advocacy that creates opportunities; allyship is creating an inclusive environment that sustains career growth and breaks down barriers.
Mentorship and Trainees
Q: What kinds of things should we be talking to our residents about beyond the clinical?
Beyond clinical skills, conversations should address career planning, financial literacy, work-life balance, leadership development, and professional integration within the ASA and broader anesthesia community to help residents transition smoothly from trainees to independent practitioners.
Mentorship and Trainees
Q: What role can mentors play in the lives of medical students? And is it common for medical students to have mentors in your experience?
Mentors guide not only academic development but personal and professional growth, helping students navigate training decisions, build confidence, and understand how to integrate into the professional community. Mentorship often begins with visible interest and can include formal and informal relationships to support career planning, leadership, and networking.
Practice Management: The Evolving Anesthesia Workforce
Q: What resources can help sharpen leadership skills in anesthesia?
Partnerships like ASA with the American Association for Physician Leadership (AAPL) offer leadership development and practical training, including executive coaching, mentorship, and hands-on workshops to build real-world leadership capabilities.

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A multidisciplinary anesthesia-focused show features conversations with leaders and practitioners who expand the scope of perioperative care, leadership, and health-system strategy. Across recent episodes, listeners encounter practical guidance on leadership development, humanistic leadership, geriatric perioperative care, insurance and financial planning for clinicians, varied practice models, safe opioid management in complex patients, and global health initiatives. The format blends clinical guidance with systems thinking—covering guideline development, accreditation, and emerging payment models—often framed through real-world experiences from editors, ASA leaders, and practicing clinicians. A standout pattern is the emphasis on mentorsh... more

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