Dr. Philip Jones & Dr. Timothy Turkstra

The UWO Anesthesia Journal Club is held four times a year at University Hospital, and is a popular educational activity amongst our residents. Timely, thought-provoking articles are critically appraised in an evidence-based fashion by residents.

Articles:

1. McDonald S, Fernando R, Ashpole et al. Maternal Cardiac Output Changes After Crystalloid or Colloid Coload Following Spinal Anesthesia for Elective Cesatean Deliver: A Randomized Controlled Trial. IARS Oct. 2011, Vol 113; No. 4. Pgs: 803-810
Presented by: Drs. Matt McFarling, Mark Schindel, and Ray Zhou

2. Hu S, Zhang Z, Hua Y et al. A comparison of regional and general anaesthesia for total replacement of the hip or knee: A meta-analysis. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. Vol. 91-B, No.7, July 2009: Pgs. 935-942.
Presented by: Drs. Lindsay Taam, Jen Smallwood, and Melissa Brockerville

Download Articles:
Article 1
Article 2

Editorial - The role of anesthesiologists in promoting smoking cessation PLEASE READ THIS

Objectives:

1. Using evidenced based medicine, develop critical appraisal skills to critically appraise clinical research articles to: (a) identify whether or not the results are valid; (b) interpret the results; (c) apply the results to patients.

2. Review current and relevant clinical anesthesia literature in an interactive discussion.

RSVP to Jamie (Jamie Allaer or ext. 33022) by by Friday, November 25th, 2011.

JOURNAL CLUB IS GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY:
Fresenius Kabi, Baxter Corporation, and Hospira Healthcare Corporation

This event is an accredited group learning activity as defined by the
MCP of the RCPSC.