E161: Anesthesia Mistakes in the OR

You’ve probably been earning CEUs and studying way harder than you need to. In this episode, we walk through the Core Anesthesia app and show you how to turn your commute, dog walks, and dishwashing sessions into Class A credits, smarter studying, and less stress. If you’re a CRNA, SRNA, or ICU nurse thinking about CRNA school, this walkthrough will show you how to make your studying and CEUs fit into your real life, not the other way around.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we talk about how the competitive mindset that gets us into CRNA school can actually work against us once we’re there. We share honest experiences with comparison, insecurity, and trying to look like we have it all together. We’ve learned that being open about our struggles, supporting each other, and focusing on the team makes the journey healthier and more sustainable. Whether you’re an SRNA or a CRNA, this conversation is about choosing community over competition.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode we welcome Ray Ramos, USAP CRNA to discuss how to navigate through clinical sites with various preceptors. This is often what people say is the hardest part of anesthesia school- how to deal with various personalities and preceptors.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we welcome Bree Brown, USAP CRNA to discuss emotional intelligence in the operating room. While we often think that a good anesthetist is one who understands the science behind anesthesia, it's the ability to "read a room" and determine how to interact with patients and other staff members that makes a great CRNA.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode we welcome LocumTenems.com to give us a current market update.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we welcome Richard Wilson, CRNA to discuss Methadone use in anesthesia. Methadone, when used appropriately, can provide a smooth anesthetic and increase comfort levels in the hours after waking up from surgery. Richard discusses how Methadone has changed his anesthesia practice to increase positive outcomes for his patients.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we sit down with ICU nurse and CCRN educator Rebecca Coulter to demystify the CCRN—why it matters, how to prep, and how it makes you a sharper clinician today and a stronger CRNA candidate tomorrow. We dig into moving beyond “if-then” tasking to true critical thinking, turning fear into action during high-stress moments, and using CCRN prep to stand out in interviews. Rebecca breaks down her concept-first approach and shares real stories that link physiology to practice so the “why” sticks. If your program requires the CCRN (or you’re on the fence), this one’s your roadmap to bridge ICU experience with anesthesia school readiness.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode, we kick off the morning with our good friend Dr. Josh Olson—soon-to-be program director at Detroit Mercy and founder of Ollivate, the “Duolingo” of anesthesia education. We dive into breaking down the NCE and SEEs, pulling back the curtain on what they really are and how to approach them with confidence. From understanding how the exams work to tackling test anxiety with practical strategies—like the evidence-based STOP technique—we cover tools, tips, and personal stories to help you walk into your exam prepared, calm, and ready to crush it.To learn more about Ollivate, click here!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

In this episode of Core Anesthesia, we dive into something nearly every CRNA or SRNA wrestles with at some point—imposter syndrome. We talk about what it felt like moving from the safety net of school into those first solo cases in the OR, the doubts that crept in, and how we learned to balance confidence with humility. If you’ve ever questioned whether you belong in this role, know you’re not alone—we’ve been there too.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]

Mistakes in the OR don’t define your competence—they’re moments that shape your growth. In this episode, we talk about the importance of humility, owning your missteps, and turning every error into a chance to learn and become a better provider.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at [email protected]