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A platform where cardiac anesthesiologist and intensivist Dr. Rishi Kumar shares insights in perioperative medicine, critical care, education, and tech while promoting curiosity and lifelong learning.
From The Blog
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Hydroxocobalamin vs. Methylene Blue for Vasoplegia After Cardiac Surgery
As a cardiac anesthesiologist and intensivist, vasoplegia following cardiopulmonary bypass is an issue I often face in the OR and…
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In Loving Memory Of Dr. George Williams
Mentors shape us in ways we often don’t appreciate until much later. They see potential when we doubt ourselves, offer…
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Aldosterone Escape
Aldosterone escape is the phenomenon where, despite persistently elevated aldosterone levels (endogenous or exogenous), the body prevents unchecked sodium retention and…
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The Process Of Promotion in Academic Medicine
With the assistance of my department, I recently submitted my application for promotion to the rank of Associate Professor. I…
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What’s In My Work Bag 2025?
It’s been a few years since I last did a “What’s in my work bag?” post, so here’s an update!…
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Eutectic Mixture Of Local Anesthetics (EMLA)
A eutectic mixture refers to a combination of two or more substances that, when mixed in a specific ratio, form…