MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 15, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chief of Anesthesiology, Pocono Medical Center and North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) anesthesiologist, Anthony Nostro, MD, is being featured in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' Plastic Surgery Hyperguide with his article "Anesthesia For Reconstructive Surgery After Massive Weight Loss".
The epidemic of obesity within in the United States has remained a hot topic for years and has led to an increasing number of bariatric procedures performed, resulting in a direct relationship of an increase in reconstructive surgery. Due to the dramatic rise in patients' weight and comorbidities, both anesthesiologists and surgeons are being faced with new challenges to overcome in order to ensure their patient's safety.
"Many challenges present themselves in both bariatric and massive weight loss patients. The cardiorespiratory, renal, metabolic, and anatomical issues make these patients difficult to care for," said Dr. Nostro. "All patients undergoing bariatric and reconstructive surgery should be seen by an experienced anesthesiologist in a pre-operative clinic well before surgery. This will allow the anesthesiologist to assess the patient's airway, vascular access issues, and comorbidities in order to avoid complications during surgery."
Dr. Nostro addresses these concerns in his article as he takes an in-depth look into the key differentiators when operating on an obese patient as well as possible complications and preventative measures that should be taken during bariatric and reconstructive surgery. An integral component to both surgeries, as Nostro suggests, is the integral part that anesthetic considerations play.
To find out more about the anesthesia considerations and other factors contributing to these surgeries, check out Dr. Nostro's article http:/www.plasticsurgery.hyperguides.com/tutorial.asp?tid=89342">here.
About North American Partners in Anesthesia
Founded in 1986, North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is the largest single specialty anesthesia management company in the United States. With over 700 clinicians nationwide, the company is known for having the most respected clinical staff, management leadership, and evidence-based quality initiatives in the industry – resulting in maximized OR performance, reduced costs and consistent surgeon & patient satisfaction. For more information, please visit http://www.NAPAanesthesia.com/anesthesia.
About ASPS
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is the largest organization of board-certified plastic surgeons in the world. Representing more than 7,000 physician members, the Society is recognized as a leading authority and information source on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. ASPS comprises more than 94 percent of all board-certified plastic surgeons in the United States. Founded in 1931, the Society represents physicians certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery or The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
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