
BJA Education Podcasts
Listen to the latest news from the experts in your field. This podcast covers topics related to anaesthesia, intensive care, and pain medicine, featuring discussions and insights from leading professionals in the field.
Episodes
25 Years of BJA Education: Past, Present and Future
As part of the 25th anniversary celebrations, Professor Jonathan Thompson, Editor-in-Chief of BJA Education, reflects on the journal’s evolution over the past 25 years. We discuss the growth of anaesthetic CPD worldwide and explore the expanding educational outputs of the journal.Related article
Liver disease in pregnancy
In the April 2026 episode of the BJA Education, Pooja Shah speaks to Lauren Crosby Zawierucha about liver disease in pregnancy. The episode features common and life-threatening liver diseases in pregnancy as well as those which have implications for anaesthesia and anaesthetists. We discuss key clinical considerations and practical insights to support safe care for mother and baby.Related Article
Anaesthesia for Elective Cervical Spine Surgery
In this podcast Stuart talks to Dr John Summers and Dr Tom Lawerence about their recent article on anaesthesia for elective cervical spine surgery.Related Article
Perioperative care of patients who decline blood transfusion.
This month Sam Fosker speaks to Dr Victoria Prabhu about her article, co-authored with Dr Julia Niewiarowski and Dr Paolo Polzella, on "Perioperative care of patients who decline blood products". They discus how to differentiate between different blood products, how to document this appropriately and ways we can mitigate blood loss in these patients. Related Article
Perioperative Ventilation Practices In Children
This month Alex speaks to Dr Almay Janszen and Dr David van Meenen about the recent article on perioperative ventilation practices in children.Related Article
Advances in spinal cord stimulation
In this month’s BJA Education podcast series, Pooja Shah speaks with Cillian Suiter about the key themes from the December 2025 Advances in Spinal Cord Stimulation article, with a primary focus on the role of spinal cord stimulation in pain management. The discussion explores issues most relevant to pain physicians, while also highlighting considerations for anaesthetists involved in the care of t
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
In this podcast Stuart talks to Dr Joe Wild about his recent article on anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease. Related Article
Airway management in critically ill patients
This month Sam speaks to Associate Professor Vincenzo Russotto about his article on airway management within a critical care setting. This article, co-authored with Associate Professor Massimiliano Sorbello, looks at how we assess airways both from the anatomical perspective but also a physiological view. It looks at recent evidence where the challenges lie and how we can best monitor and pre-opti
Prehabilitation for people with cancer
This month Sam speaks to Dr Hanna van Waart and Dr Marta Seretny about what we mean by prehabilitation and how this applies within different cancer populations. They discuss the holistic nature of prehabilitation and how increasing evidence is showing a wide range of benefits even when the intervention time is short. Related Article
Anaesthesia for clipping of intracranial aneurysms
In this podcast, Pooja Shah speaks to Jun Hiu and Caroline Larkin about the management of intracranial aneurysms, drawing on key insights from the August 2025 article in BJA Education. The discussion explores management techniques, perioperative considerations, and anaesthetic strategies in both elective and emergency settings. With a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based pra
Anaesthesia for pancreatic resection surgery
This month Alex speaks to Dr Alex James about the recent two articles on anaesthesia for pancreatic resection surgeryAnaesthesia for pancreatic resection surgery: part 1Anaesthesia for pancreatic resection surgery: part 2
Pathophysiology and Risk Factors for Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting in Adults & Children
In this Podcast Stuart talks to Professor Anthony Kovac about his recent article on the Pathophysiology and Risk Factors for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Adults and Children. Related Article
Perioperative management of Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (TOF) and Oesophageal Atresia (OA)"
This month Stuart talks to Dr Naveen Canchi-Murali about his recent article on Perioperative management of Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (TOF) and Oesophageal Atresia (OA) .Related Article
Early intensive care management of major trauma in adults
This month Alex speaks to Dr Jo Gordon and Dr James Shilston about their recent two articles on the early intensive care management of major trauma in adults.Related Articles:Early intensive care management of major trauma in adults; part 1Early intensive care management of major trauma in adults; part 2
Jet Ventilation
This month Stuart talks to Dr Craig Lyons about his recent article on Jet Ventilation.Related Article.
Anaesthetic management of abdominal trauma
This month, Sam speaks to Dr Luke Edwards, Dr Jo Organ and Ms Kate Hancorn, anaesthetic and surgical representatives from The Royal London Hospital about their article, co-authored with Dr Tim Egan, on The Anaesthetic Management of Abdominal Trauma. From the front door to the operating theatre we explore what we can do to optimise the patient and make the correct decisions at each point in the pat
Haemostatic Agents in the Management of Obstetric Haemorrhage
This month Stuart talks to Dr James Conwell about his recent article on pharmacological agents in the management of obstetric haemorrhage.Related article
Perioperative management of children with congenital heart disease undergoing non-cardiac surgery
In this podcast, Pooja Shah speaks to Prof Dolores Njoku and Dr Jessica Bauerle on the perioperative management of children with congenital heart disease undergoing non-cardiac surgery, an article from the December 2024 issue. They cover the relevant anatomy and physiology as well as practical tips on the successful management of this complex cohort of patients.Related Article
Placental abruption
This month Alex speaks to Dr Craig Smith about their recent article on placental abruption.Related Article
Update on the perioperative management of diabetes mellitus
In this episode, join Pooja Shah as she delves into the intricacies of perioperative management of diabetes mellitus with experts Jorinde Polderman and Abraham Hulst building on insights from their article published in August 2024. We explore the latest insights on GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, and their optimal use in the perioperative setting, along with other essential strategies a
Are maternal mortality rates increasing?
Join Pooja Shah as she speaks to Dr Jim Bamber and Dr Pervez Sultan about the changes in maternal mortality rates, how AI may influence these rates in the future and how to measure quality in obstetric anaesthesia.Measuring quality in obstetric anaesthesia
Open Disclosure
This month Alex speaks to Dr Steve Philpot about their recent article on open disclosure.Related Article
Perioperative Management of Patients with Spina Bifida.
This month Stuart talks to Dr Sean Hartigan and Dr Bill Walsh about their recent article on the perioperative management of patients with spina bifida. Related Article
Anaesthesia for Paediatric Neurosurgery Part 2
This month Sam talks to Dr Catalina Stendall for the second part of Anaesthesia for paediatric neurosurgery. They discuss more specifics on the intra-operative management of paediatric neurosurgery and the post-operative period. They also discuss paediatric head injury and the safe management and transfer of these patients.Related Article
Anaesthesia for Paediatric Neurosurgery Part 1
This month Sam talks to Dr Catalina Stendall about her article on anaesthesia for paediatric neurosurgery, co-authored by Dr Laura Bowes and Dr Ed Carver. They cover neurophysiology in paediatrics and how we assess, stabilise and anaesthetise paediatric neurosurgical patients. Look out for next month's episode where they will cover the second article in the series. Related article
Perioperative management of patients with a ventricular assist device
In this podcast Pooja discusses left ventricular assist devices with Dr Sara Allen. The podcast focuses on patients with these devices undergoing non-cardiac surgery. Dr Allen provides a brief overview of the workings of the pump and also describes the perioperative considerations for these patients.Related Article
Temporary Epicardial Pacing After Cardiac Surgery
In this month's edition, Pooja speaks with Mike Gillham and Tom Barr regarding their article titled 'Temporary Epicardial Pacing After Cardiac Surgery.' They delve into the importance and procedural aspects of performing pacing checks both during surgery and in the postoperative phase. Additionally, they explore the intricacies of caring for patients within this particular group.Rel
Possibilities and challenges for artificial intelligence and machine learning in perioperative care
In this month's podcast, Sam talks to Siri van der Meijden about the current uses of AI and machine learning in perioperative care. They discuss the challenges clinicians may face and ways to assess whether an AI model fits for different populations. Related Article
Anticoagulation for cardiopulmonary bypass - part 2
Dr Bruce Cartwright discusses the challenges of anticoagulating patients with pre-existing abnormalities of coagulation who require CPB.
Anticoagulation for cardiopulmonary bypass - part 1
Dr Bruce Cartwright talks us through the use of heparin and its alternatives for anticoagulating patients undergoing CPB. Read Associated Article
Anaesthesia for awake breast surgery
Anthony speaks to Prof. Hamilton about the use of regional anaesthesia for awake breast surgery. Find out the indications, the important points in communication with patients, and the conduct of this type of anaesthesia.Related Article
Preassessment of functional capacity - subjective and objective methods of assessment.
Delve into this podcast to hear Pooja Shah speak to Dr Earlene Silvapulle, author of two articles on 'Preassessment of functional capacity' in the July and August 2022 BJA Education articles. The podcast covers some aspects of both subjective and objective methods of assessment of functional capacity and offers listeners an overview of the articles.
An update from our Editor-in-Chief
Professor Jonathan Thompson talks about the recent, and coming changes within BJA Education which prompted our most recent editorial, "Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose".
Anaesthesia considerations and anticoagulation in pregnant patients with mechanical heart valves
In this month's podcast, Riaz Aziz talks to the authors of the July 2022 article on anaesthesia considerations and anticoagulation in pregnant patients with mechanical heart valves. We are joined by Dr Bhatia, an anaesthetist, Dr D’Souza, an obstetrician and Dr Shehata, a haematologist, in this fascinating podcast on the challenges faced when caring for this patient cohort.
Diuretics and the kidney
In this month's podcast Dr Ricky Bell, consultant in renal medicine and intensive care medicine, talks us through the commonly used diuretics, and the practicalities of their use within critical care.Read associated article here https://www.bjaed.org/article/S2058-5349(22)00033-6/fulltext
Major burns: Part 1. Epidemiology, pathophysiology and initial management
In this podcast, Dr Agnes Watson and Dr Claire McCann talk us through the epidemiology, pathophysiology and initial management of Major Burns. This is the first article of a 2 part Burns series in the BJA Education and provides the essential information for initial management.Major burns: Part 1. Epidemiology, pathophysiology and initial management
Echocardiography for patients with COVID-19 in intensive care
In this month's podcast Anthony speaks with Dr Jonathan Aron about the use of echocardiography in the management of patients with COVID-19 in the intensive care unit. They discuss the typical cardiovascular journey of these patients, and how echocardiography can help support individualised care to improve outcomes.
Extubation Practices
In this podcast, Riaz Aziz talks to Dr Vikki Mitchell from University College London Hospital ( UCLH) about extubation practices. Dr Mitchell co-authored the DAS guidelines on extubation and has extensive experience as an airway anaesthetist. In this podcast, we run through the DAS guidelines and explore various extubation techniques.
Preoperative hypertension: perioperative implications and management
In the November 2021 podcast, Pooja Shah speaks to Dr Simon Howell about this month’s BJA Education Editor’s choice article: Preoperative hypertension: perioperative implications and management. We discuss the latest guidelines and evidence and how to tackle the perennial question of whether or not to cancel surgery for a patient whose preoperative blood pressure is > 180/110 mmHg.
Cleft lip and palate surgery
In October's podcast Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Dr Simon Denning about anaesthesia for cleft lip and palate surgery, common associated conditions, and postoperative airway management.
Initial management of blunt and penetrating neck trauma
In this month’s podcast Riaz Aziz talks to Dr James Shilston and Mr Anthony Simons about their September 2021 article on neck trauma. We get an anaesthetist and ENT surgeons’ perspective on management of such injuries and useful practical advice on how to manage such injuries outside specialised trauma centres.
Do best interests cease at the moment of death?
This month, Pooja Shah talks to Dr Dale Gardiner about fundamental ethical and legal rules for deceased organ donation, based on the article published in the August 2021 edition of the BJAEducation. Hear Dr Gardiner explain what the two rules; in short, the ‘dead donor rule’ and the ‘consenting donor rule’ mean and what the reasoning for these rules are.
Laryngeal complications after tracheal intubation and tracheostomy
In this month's podcast Anthony speaks with Professor Brendan McGrath and Sarah Wallace OBE about their article on tracheal complications. Hear about the risk factors, common presenting features, and optimal multidisciplinary management of these problems, which often present in patients who are admitted to intensive care.
Advances in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
In this month’s podcast Riaz Aziz talks to Dr Michael Charlesworth about advances in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI). They talk about the changing landscape in the patient selection for TAVI and the evidence driving this. They also explore the investigations modalities available in the diagnosis and risk stratification of these patient and the role of the anaesthetist during the pro
Accidental awareness under general anaesthesia
In this month's podcast Anthony talks with Dr Cindy Kim about accidental awareness under anaesthesia. They discuss risk factors, presentation after surgery with stress disorders, and management from the time of surgery through to outpatient care.
Intraoperative Cell Salvage
In the March 2021 BJA Education podcast, Pooja Shah speaks to Dr Carroll and Dr Young about intraoperative cell salvage. We talk about what intraoperative cell salvage is and who it can benefit, including populations previously thought to be ineligible for it. Importantly, we also discuss the logistics around cell salvage including how the anaesthetist can direct creation of a service. Blood produ
Acute hepatic porphyria and anaesthesia
In this month’s Podcast Riaz Aziz talks to Professor Badminton, Dr Schulenburg-Brand and Dr Wilson-Baig about Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP). They talk about the epidemiology of AHP and the peri-operative management of such patients. We learn about the excellent National Acute Porphyria Service (NAPS) which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for expert advice.
Imaging in head and neck cancers
Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Dr Batuwitage and Prof. Charters about the role of imaging in head and neck cancers, how to interpret different types of scans, and the role of imaging in emergency airway management.
Preoperative management of a child with a tracheostomy
Riaz Aziz talks to Drs Okonkwo and Fernandez and Ms Cochrane from Great Ormond street Hospital for children about the management of a tracheotomy in a child. We talk about the pre anaesthetic assessment for patients with a current tracheostomy or those that may have had one in the past. We explore what to do in an emergency and discuss the EXIST procedure.
Consent and capacity: issues for paediatric anaesthesia
Riaz Aziz talks to Dr McCombe and Bogod about the legal aspect of paediatric consent. We explore important legal cases that have shaped the landscape in paediatric consent. We also touch on the key issues with Gillick competence and how this impacts on our practice as anaesthetist.
Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers
Riaz Aziz talks to Professor Gareth Auckland from Queen Marys university about his November 2020 article ‘Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers’ We talk about their use in the perioperative setting, the current evidence and cardiac dysfunction post operatively.
Dexmedetomidine in paediatric anaesthesia
In this month's podcast, Anthony Wynn-Hebden speaks with Dr Richard Lin about the use of dexmedetomidine in paediatric anaesthesia. This drug is successfully used in various institutions for sedation, and as a part of TIVA, and can avoid the need for airway manipulation or instrumentation in selected cases.
Cannabinoids in chronic non-cancer pain medicine
In this article, Pooja Shah speaks to Dr Amol Deshpande about cannabinoids in pain medicine. Cannabinoids in pain medicine is a controversial topic; this article examines the pharmacology of the endocannabinoid system, the research and evidence behind using cannabinoids in disease management particularly chronic pain management and a brief overview into the controversy around the use of cannabis.
Intrathecal catheters
In this months podcast Riaz Aziz talks to Professor Jennifer Hunter MBE about her August 2020 article "Reversal of neuromuscular block" . Professor Hunter provides an excellent insight into the ideal way of using these agents and the dynamic research underway in this field.
Reversal of Neuromuscular Block: Interview with Professor Jennifer Hunter
In this month's BJA Education podcast, Riaz Aziz talks to Professor Jennifer Hunter MBE about her August 2020 article, "Reversal of neuromuscular block." Professor Hunter provides an excellent insight into the ideal way of using these agents and the dynamic research underway in this field.
Intrathecal catheters
In July's BJA Education Podcast, Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Dr Daria Moaveni about her essential notes piece, 'Management of intrathecal catheters in the obstetric patient'. Dr Moaveni describes the insertion of intrathecal catheters, discusses the safety aspects of their use, and gives step by step guidance on how to use them to provide both analgesia and anaesthesia
General Anaesthesia in Obstetrics
In the June 2020 BJA Education podcast, Pooja Shah speaks to Dr Carlos Delgado, Dr Laurence Ring and Dr Mary Mushambi about General Anaesthesia in Obstetrics. In this issue, we discuss the OAA/DAS guidelines, how to approach general anaesthesia in the obstetric patient as well as how to mitigate the difficult airway of the obstetric patient. We also discuss features of anaesthesia for major fetal
Anaesthesia for hip fracture repair - Part 1
Riaz Aziz talks to Cliff Shelton and Stuart White about their May 2020 article "Anaesthesia for hip fracture repair ". In this 2-part podcast epidemiology, key research items and the impact of the COVID -19 pandemic on the service will be discussed.
Anaesthesia for hip fracture repair - Part 2
Riaz Aziz talks to Cliff Shelton and Stuart White about their May 2020 article "Anaesthesia for hip fracture repair ". In this 2-part podcast epidemiology, key research items and the impact of the COVID -19 pandemic on the service will be discussed.
Covid-19 part 4 - Lung Ultrasound
In this episode of the BJA Education ‘Hot Topics’ series, Pooja Shah talks to Dr Giampaolo Martinelli; a proponent of Lung Ultrasound (LUS), about the utilisation, diagnostic capabilities and prognostication of the patient with Covid-19 using this modality of imaging. Dr Martinelli outlines the method of performing LUS and the identifiable hallmarks of this disease.
Emerging worldwide trends in substances diverted for personal non-medical use by anaesthetists
In this BJA Education podcast, Pooja Shah discusses the worldwide trends in substance use among anaesthetists with authors Dr Garrett Burnett and Dr Ethan Bryson. We discuss the likely reasons for anaesthetists developing substance use disorders, the signs and symptoms of these disorders as well as an understanding of what a treatment programme entails.
COVID-19
In this podcast Riaz Aziz speak to Dr Jim Buckley about the COVID 19 pandemic. Jim Buckley is an Intensive care consultant working at Royal Free hospital in London. They explore the virology, clinical management and psychological well being of the frontline staff.
COVID-19 part 1 - upscaling
In our first BJA Education 'Hot topics' Podcast, Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Professor Tim Cook about the COVID-19 pandemic, the strain it will put upon hospitals around the world, and important steps that we need to take in order to deal with with this problem.
COVID-19 part 2 - airway management
Second in the series of BJA Education's 'Hot topics' Podcasts, Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Professor Tim Cook about the rapidly produced airway management guidance for patients suspected to have COVID-19, and the key principles that minimise the risk to both staff and patients when undertaking any aerosol generating procedures.
Airway pressure release ventilation
In the March 2020 BJA Education Podcast, Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Dr Joel Swindin and Dr Caz Sampson about the paper, 'Airway pressure release ventilation'. Dr Swindin and Dr Sampson discuss the use of this mode of ventilation from initiation to weaning, and its place in the treatment of the patient with severe acute respiratory failure.
Diagnosis and management of complications associated with intrathecal drug delivery systems
In the February 2020 BJA Education Podcast, Riaz Aziz talks with Dr Elmar Delhaas from Rotterdam Medical Centre about his article "Diagnosis and management of complications associated with intrathecal drug delivery systems". Dr Delhaas talks about the different devices on the market , key complications and how to troubleshoot a problematic device.
Suxamethonium or rocuronium for rapid sequence induction of anaesthesia
In the December 2019 BJA Education Podcast, Anthony Wynn-Hebden talks with Professor William Fawcett from Royal Surrey County Hospital about his paper for Essential Notes, 'Suxamethonium or rocuronium for rapid sequence induction of anaesthesia'. Professor Fawcett talks us through the changes in practice that he has seen throughout his career when anaesthetists perform rapid sequence ind
October 2019 Issue
In the October 2019 BJA Education Podcast, Cliff Shelton discusses the October 2019 edition of BJA Education with BJA Education's new podcast / social media editors, Riaz Aziz, Pooja Shah and Anthony Wynn Hebden. Topics for discussion include preoperative anaphylaxis, spinal anaesthesia for ambulatory surgery, PONV in children, national clinical audits and regional anaesthesia in children.
Hypothesis tests
In the July 2019 edition of the BJA Education Podcast, Cliff Shelton talks to Jason Walker from Betsi Cadwaladr Health Board about his paper 'Hypothesis tests'. In this podcast, Dr Walker explains how types of data relate to statistical tests, describes the meaning of p-values, and discusses the increasing importance of Bayesian statistics in evidence based medicine.
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing—a beginner’s guide to the nine-panel plot
In the May 2019 edition of the BJA Education Podcast, Cliff Shelton talks to David Chambers from Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust and Nick Wisely from Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust about their paper 'Cardiopulmonary exercise testing - a beginner's guide to the nine panel plot'. The discussion follows a systematic approach to CPEX interpretation, and addresses both the
'MORAL balance' decision-making in critical care
In this edition of the BJA Education Podcast, Cliff Shelton talks to Nottingham intensivists Dan Harvey and Dale Gardiner about their paper on 'MORAL Balance' decision making in critical care. This approach, a practical adaptation of Beauchamp and Childress' four principles of medical ethics, provides clinicians with a tool with which to make ethical decisions. The discussion focuse
Essential Notes for Continuing Professional Development
In the February 2019 podcast, BJA Education editor-in-chief Jonathan Thompson discusses recent developments in the journal, including our mission statement, the introduction of defined learning objectives for our CPD reviews, and the development of the new 'Essential Notes' format. Jonathan describes the first of the Essential Notes papers which is published in the February 2019 issue, &
Abdominal wall blocks for intra-abdominal surgery
In the October 2018 edition of the BJA Education podcast, Cliff Shelton talks to Dr Amit Pawa about his paper 'Abdominal wall blocks for intra-abdominal surgery.' This podcast focuses on the latest developments in the transversus abdominis plane (TAP) and quadratus lumborum blocks, and includes a review of the relevant anatomy, a description of the different versions of these blocks, an
Pain Management in LMICs
Dr Wayne Morriss, Consultant Anaesthestist in Christchurch, New Zealand, Director of Programs for the WFSA and co-founder of the ‘Essential Pain Management Course’, discusses his article ‘Pain Management in Low- and Middle-Income Countries’, published in the September 2018 edition of BJA Education. Dr Morriss helps us navigate this broad subject through introductions to the types of pain problems
Amniotic Fluid Embolism
In the August 2018 edition of the BJA Education podcast, Benj Marriage interviews Senior Trainee and fellow of the International Journal of Obstetric Anaesthesia Dr. Yavor Metodiev from Leicester Royal Infirmary about his paper 'Amniotic Fluid Embolism’. The discussion focuses on recent updates in this area, the presentation and clinical management of AFE and a glimpse into possible future bi
Regional Anaesthesia and Outcomes
In the February 2018 edition of the BJA Education podcast, Cliff Shelton interviews BJA Education Editor and Consultant Anaesthetist Alan MacFarlane from Glasgow Royal Infirmary about his paper 'Regional Anaesthesia and Outcomes'. The discussion focuses on the theoretical benefits of regional anaesthetic techniques, how these translate into clinical practice, and the challenges of reflec
Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Pregnancy
In the January 2018 edition of the BJA Education podcast, Cliff Shelton interviews Senior Specialty Trainee in Anaesthesia Luke Bishop from Leeds General Infirmary about his paper 'Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Pregnancy'. The discussion includes the indications for cesarean section, the strategy for establishing appropriate about analgesia, and the approach to obstetric patients wi
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
In the December 2017 edition of the BJA Education podcast, Dr Anjum Ahmed-Nusrath, consultant anaesthetist at Royal Derby Hospital, discusses her paper on anaesthesia for head and neck cancer surgery. In this podcast topics of discussion include pre-operative assessment and optimisation, management of difficult airways, and the considerations involved in managing a shared airway.
Paediatric Anaesthesia in Low-Resource Settings
In the November 2017 edition of the BJA Educationpodcast, Cliff Shelton interviews Papari Deka, locum consultant anaesthetist at Alder Hey Children's Hospital. She discusses her paper on paediatric anaesthesia in low resource settings, describes a case from her own practice, and provides an overview of the implications of being a visitinganaesthetistworking in a low-resource setting.
Anaesthesia for Laryngo-Tracheal Surgery
Senior trainee Dr Karen Pearson and consultant anaesthetist Dr Barry McGuire from Ninewells hospital in Dundee discuss their article 'Anaesthesia for Laryngo-Tracheal Surgery, Including Tubeless Field',published in the July 2017 edition of BJA Education. Topics include how to safely manage this patient group and further discussion around useful techniques such as airway topicalisation,ap











