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Associated Press
3 days ago
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- Associated Press
Mobile Anesthesia Now Expanding Availability for Dental Offices in the Portland Metro Area
Oregon-based Nightlight Anesthesia has announced mobile service availability for Portland-area dental offices SHERWOOD, OREGON - MAY 29, 2025 - Oregon-based Nightlight Anesthesia has officially announced that it will now be expanding availability of it's mobile services for dental offices in the Portland Metro area. Now, Portland Metro dental offices can take advantage of this convenient service to ensure the height of patient satisfaction, comfort, and safety. Nightlight Anesthesia brings anesthesia services to medical and dental offices and surgery centers. The company's team brings everything needed to provide quality anesthesia, including equipment, medications, and talented experts who are committed to providing the best in care. 'Whatever the needs of your facility, we make the process of providing anesthesia care for your patients smooth and stress free,' said the team at Nightlight Anesthesia. The team at Nightlight Anesthesia includes trained and expert CRNAs with decades of combined experience. Founders Brad Johnson, MN, CRNA, and Josh Dillard, MN, CRNA, are committed to providing exceptional client services and have demonstrated that through years of service. By offering mobile services, Nightlight Anesthesia makes it easy for facilities to provide world-class anesthesia for their patients. In fact, Nightlight Anesthesia has been the recipient of a long list of five-star reviews from clients. One recent client said, 'Brad and Josh have allowed me to implement anesthesia services into my dental practice with ease. They are professional, great communicators with our team, provide exceptional treatment for our patients, and are enjoyable to work with.' Nightlight Anesthesia truly helps facilities provide the best care for their patients and even offers patient papers including pre-anesthesia instructions, aftercare directions, and pediatric aftercare directions. Clients can simply scan a QR code at the Nightlight Anesthesia website to access the pre-anesthesia forms. At every step of the way, this locally owned and operated company is ensuring quality mobile anesthesia solutions for facilities across Oregon. Now, dental offices in the Portland Metro area are being serviced by Nightlight Anesthesia. This opens up a new option for trustworthy, expert anesthesia services for dentists in the surrounding areas. 'We are committed to supporting local dentists, their staff, and their patients with quality mobile anesthesia,' said Nightlight Anesthesia. Local dentists who are interested in partnering with a mobile anesthesia provider are welcome to connect with Nightlight Anesthesia to learn more. Further details, including how to contact the company, can be found at ABOUT NIGHTLIGHT ANESTHESIA Nightlight Anesthesia offers mobile anesthesia services for Oregon medical and dental offices and surgery centers. Media Contact Company Name: Nightlight Anesthesia Contact Person: Josh Dillard Email: Send Email Country: United States Website: Source: Oregon Web Solutions
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Anesthesiology—Often Invisible, It Is Now More Attractive Than Ever for Those Considering a Career in Medicine
By Exec Edge Editorial Staff In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, choosing a specialty is a pivotal decision for medical students and aspiring healthcare professionals. Anesthesiology stands out as a compelling option for several reasons. It offers a rewarding career with many specialties in a branch of medicine that faces a nationwide shortfall of practitioners. The U.S. is grappling with a significant shortage of anesthesia clinicians, a situation that is projected to worsen. The American Society of Anesthesiologists has reported that the percentage of facilities experiencing anesthesia staffing shortages has surged from 35 percent in early 2020 to 78 percent in late 2022. This is caused by an aging workforce, increased demand for surgical procedures and a limited number of existing practitioners. By 2036, the U.S. could face a shortage of up to 86,000 physicians, with anesthesiologists comprising a substantial portion of that deficit. This means that for medical school and nursing graduates, as well as others considering healthcare as a field, anesthesiology offers an attractive career path and one that provides stability and growth opportunities. Anesthesia clinicians include anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA) and certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAA). They can tailor their careers to their interests and expertise. The specialty of anesthesia has a wide range of sub-specialties—specific areas of anesthesia requiring added expertise. These include cardiology, oncology, pediatrics, pain management, obstetrics and more. This range provides anesthesiologists with intellectually stimulating and professionally fulfilling work. It means that for medical students and healthcare professionals seeking a challenging and rewarding career, anesthesiology is an ideal choice. Anesthesia clinicians are in high demand across the United States. Whether in urban centers or rural communities, anesthesiologists, CRNAs and CAAs can find employment opportunities that align with their lifestyle preferences. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for those who wish to balance their professional and personal lives. Anesthesiologists and other anesthesia clinicians can work in hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgery facilities, academic medical centers and the military. This versatility allows professionals to select environments that best suit their career goals and lifestyle preferences. For those considering a career in anesthesiology, U.S. Anesthesia Partners (USAP) offers a compelling model of clinician-led practices with local governance and a positive culture. USAP is a physician-owned and physician-led organization, ensuring that clinical decisions are made by those who understand the intricacies of patient care. Each practice within USAP operates with its own local governance, allowing for autonomy and tailored approaches to healthcare delivery. For clinicians just entering the field of anesthesiology, USAP offers an array of practice models and facilities, ensuring a wide variety of geographic locations and scheduling choices that align with your lifestyle needs. USAP helps develop its clinicians throughout their careers and is committed to creating a positive work culture that prioritizes the well-being of its clinicians. Initiatives such as culture committees, Clinical Operations Committee and a National Care Team Advisory Council ensure decisions are clinician-centric and enable the best in patient care. An annual USAP Leadership conference and robust clinical and business curriculum foster an environment of continuous learning and allow clinicians to develop and further their skillsets and careers at their own pace. The result of clinician autonomy and career-long professional development is increased patient satisfaction, a fact validated by company surveys. Patients have strong positive experiences with USAP's clinicians (over 96 percent rating their anesthesia experience as 'good' or 'great,' well above national benchmarks). Anesthesiology offers a unique and rewarding career path for medical students, nurses and other aspiring healthcare professionals. With diverse specializations, geographic flexibility, and varied work settings, the field presents numerous advantages. Organizations such as U.S. Anesthesia Partners exemplify the benefits of clinician-led practices with local governance and a positive work culture. For those seeking a challenging and impactful career in healthcare, anesthesiology is an attractive choice that promises both professional fulfillment and personal growth. Contact: Exec Edge Editor@
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
AANA Presents Daniel D. Vigness Federal Political Director Award to Stacey Whittington
ROSEMONT, Ill., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) presented Stacey Whittington, MSNA, CRNA, APRN, with the Daniel D. Vigness Federal Political Director of the Year Award during its 2025 Mid-Year Assembly, April 26-30, in Washington, DC. As a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Stacey has created and fostered strong relationships with Maine's political leadership, strategically strengthening the CRNA practice landscape for the state and helping to improve the anesthesia care services to patients throughout Maine. During her tenure on Maine Association of Nurse Anesthesiologists (MeANA)'s Board, she has served in roles including secretary, president-elect, president, and board member. Stacey has served MeANA's Federal Political Director since 2016, and she also served in this role from 2009-2012. In her role as Federal Political Director of MeANA, Whittington works closely with the offices of federal legislators to increase their knowledge of the critical role CRNAs play in Maine's healthcare landscape and leads discussions to help educate legislators and the public about the outstanding CRNA practice in Maine. Most recently, her efforts resulted in both of Maine's U.S. Representatives, Jared Golden (D-2) and Chellie Pingree (D-1), signing AANA's letter in support of VA Full-Practice Authority. "It is an honor and privilege to receive this award, and I thank the AANA for the recognition," said Whittington. "I thank the Maine Association of Nurse Anesthesiologists not only for the nomination, but for supporting the federal advocacy initiatives that make CRNA practice better at home in Maine and across the country. I am honored to continue the strong tradition of advocacy excellence for MeANA, and I look forward to accomplishing even more in the years to come. It is an honor to serve my profession and to receive this award." Whittington has been a member of the AANA and MeANA since 2001. She is affiliated with True North Anesthesia and Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine. Whittington earned her Master of Science in nurse anesthesia from the University of New England in Biddeford, Maine in 2003, her Bachelor of Science in nursing for George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia in 1996 and her Associate Degree in nursing from Northern Light Community College in 1992. The Federal Political Director of the Year Award, established in 2001, is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of the national healthcare agenda of CRNAs, also known as nurse anesthetists or nurse anesthesiologists, by coordinating grassroots involvement in their state and in the federal political process. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook and NorthStar Anesthesia Partner to Elevate Anesthesia Care Delivery
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. and IRVING, Texas, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- NorthStar Anesthesia, a leader in anesthesia care delivery nationwide, proudly announces a new partnership with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, marking another important expansion in the Chicagoland market. The collaboration is a powerful testament to NorthStar's proven ability to deliver tailored, high-quality anesthesia services to health systems across the region. This new engagement, which goes live on April 19, 2025, supports UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook's strategic move toward implementing a best-in-class anesthesia care team model. In this model, anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) collaborate closely to provide seamless, safe, and efficient care to patients. "We are excited to welcome NorthStar Anesthesia as our new partner," said Kenneth Rose, CEO of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook. "This collaboration aligns with our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional, team-based care to our patients, in collaboration with our esteemed surgeons. It also reflects our ongoing investment in clinical excellence and operational efficiency." As part of the transition, NorthStar is proud to retain highly respected incumbent physicians to ensure continuity of care and preserve institutional knowledge. The team is also hitting the ground running with the successful hire of a Chief CRNA, a key step in building out the high-performing anesthesia team that patients and providers can rely on. "We're honored to partner with UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook to bring our anesthesia care model to another outstanding health system in Chicagoland," said Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar Anesthesia. "This expansion is not only a proof point of our momentum in the region, but also of our commitment to innovative, clinician-led solutions that improve outcomes for hospitals, clinicians, and patients alike." Both organizations look forward to a long and productive partnership, rooted in a shared dedication to delivering the highest quality care to Bolingbrook and the surrounding community. About NorthStar Anesthesia NorthStar Anesthesia is a company of caregivers, founded by an anesthesiologist and a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). With more than 4,000 anesthesiologists and CRNAs under its banner, NorthStar partners with more than 280 client sites across 25 states. Its "care team" approach focuses on the provision of high-quality care while measurably improving operating room performance. About UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook is a 138-bed hospital that has been serving the southwest suburbs of Chicago since 2008. The hospital offers a full range of health services including emergency care, surgical services, heart and vascular care, orthopedic and spine services, and women's health. With four hospitals located in Bolingbrook, Glendale Heights, Hinsdale and La Grange, UChicago Medicine AdventHealth has a sacred mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ, a focus on whole-person health and a commitment to making communities healthier. Media Contact: Allison Lessner Director of Business Development For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NorthStar Anesthesia Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
22-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Assemblyman Heath Flora introduces bills to enhance and ensure anesthesia access in CA
( — As residents continue to have concerns about patient access to anesthesia services in California, Assemblyman Heath Flora introduced AB 876 and AB 1215 to protect and expand access to anesthesia care in California. The focus of the bills is to safeguard Californians' access to critical anesthesia care, according to a statement from Flora's office. California Anesthesia Access Package consists of AB 876 and AB 1215 to clarify existing statutes and protect access to quality and timely services. 'Regulatory confusions and misinterpretations have not only threatened the availability of essential anesthesia services in California but also risked patient safety,' said Assemblymember Flora. 'These two bills provide much-needed clarity to address workforce challenges, rebuild trust in our health care delivery system, and ensure quality care without disruption.' Officials said in a press release that the bills would damage any allegations about the care provided by Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and Anesthesiologists that would lead to significant and unnecessary disruption in California. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy initiates review of California high-speed rail project Last year, there was a lack of oversight and clear guidelines regarding anesthesia care which forced a hospital that was with Flora's district to cancel more than 1,000 surgeries, disproportionally impacting Medi-Cal and Medicare beneficiaries, officials said in a statement. 'We're grateful to Assemblymember Flora for his efforts to stand up for patients, improve health outcomes, and maintain provider accountability,' said Emily Francke, CRNA, President of the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (CANA). 'Together, we're committed to protecting and – more importantly – increasing access to high-quality, safe, and timely anesthesia care for Californians throughout the state.' The California Anesthesia Access Package will align state law with common practice and federal laws governing CRNAs to make sure that qualified anesthesia providers can continue to deliver care and support. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
