How should we stay in lockdown?
The two questions I get asked the most at the moment are impossible to give an clear cut answer, ...
About Remdesevir: Compassionate Use of Remdesivir with Covid-19
In my last post I wrote about the importance of doing good quality research into experimental ...
Elective Surgery and Coronavirus: Why it Matters
Certainly, by now everyone has read about the Coronavirus pandemic and the obvious effects that it ...
LMA’s vs. ETT, what are the Differences for a rhinoplasty?
A rhinoplasty commonly referred to as a “nose job”, involves modifying the nasal cartilages,, ...
How can I avoid feeling nauseous after surgery?
One of the most frequent complaints experienced by patients after surgery with general anesthesia ...
Fact or Fiction: Anesthesia may lead to learning problems in children
As the parent of a child needing anesthesia, it is natural to be concerned about the safety of ...
Can I have general anesthesia without a tube in my trachea?
Many people who are undergoing anesthesia for surgery have two common fears – having a tube placed ...
Why is COVID-19 So Deadly Despite Enough Ventilators?
Why is everyone suddenly talking about ARDS? Even before the COVID-19 crisis, acute respiratory ...
Everything You Need to Know About Nerve Blocks
One of the most important aspects of a successful surgery is proper pain control during and after ...
COVID-19: Understanding Symptoms and Next Steps
Many people have asked, what do I do if I feel coronavirus symptoms? The answer to this question ...
How can I catch COVID-19?
Myth or Reality: I can get COVID-19 while performing basic daily tasks: getting mail, at the ...
Seeing Your Primary Care Doctor Before Surgery
Maybe you’re healthy and don’t have any medical problems. Maybe you have high blood pressure, ...
Coronavirus Testing: A Consultant Intensivist’s View
I’m on nights in the COVID unit – the second night is always easier than the first ...
