Anesthesiology

HAS THE AVAILABILITY OF HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET HELPED OR HARMED THE WAY PATIENTS SEEK CARE? Interesting question. For individual physicians, I do not believe most sites provide an accurate depiction of their outcomes or patient satisfaction (scores).

STAYING HYDRATED IS OBVIOUSLY IMPORTANT FOR GOOD HEALTH. WITH SO MANY WATER CHOICES (MINERAL, SPRING, SPARKLING, FILTERED, ALKALINE, PURIFIED, TAP), ARE THERE ANY GUIDELINES YOU WOULD RECOMMEND? Save money and plastic, drink tap or filtered water, and eat plenty of fruits and veggies. #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 30’S REGARDING YOUR SPECIALTY? Anesthesiologists appreciate patients who are informed about their health and procedure. Several care options are typically available when receiving anesthesia, so preparation will lead to a better discussion with your care team. #1 PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN THEIR 50’S? Taking care of your health is always important but even more so when undergoing anesthesia and surgery. MOST MEMORABLE MEDICAL SITUATION? On the side of the road when my neighbor crashed his bike and had a major concussion. USING NO MORE THAN SIX WORDS, TELL US YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE IDEA OR POSSIBILITY OF UNIVERSAL HEALTHCARE? Nice concept but politically unrealistic. IF YOU COULD GO BACK IN TIME 25 YEARS AND GIVE YOURSELF ONE PIECE OF HEALTH ADVICE, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Learn mindfulness and make it a habit. Being “present” helps make life a whole lot less stressful and overwhelming. ARTIST WHOSE MUSIC WE’D HEAR THE MOST IN YOUR WAITING ROOM: Chopin