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Airwayve

Airwayve Podcast

Airwayve is a Canadian anesthesia podcast for medical students led by medical students (Jenny Xinye Hu, Alex Xiang, Josephine Ding) from McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

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43:04

S5E13 Liver Disease

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2025/10/30

In this episode of Airwayve, join Manuela and Tariq as they explore the anesthetic considerations for patients with liver disease. We start with a refresher on liver physiology and its vital roles in metabolism, coagulation, and drug clearance, before delving into the pathophysiology of cirrhosis and how it affects perioperative management. From there, we discuss preoperative risk assessment, intraoperative goals, and postoperative care, highlighting key considerations for fluid management, a...

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38:34

S5E12 Pulmonary Hypertension

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2025/09/30

In this episode of Airwayve, Alex and Josephine dive into the challenges of managing pulmonary hypertension in the OR. We begin by reviewing normal pulmonary vascular physiology, then move into the mechanisms and classifications of pulmonary hypertension. From there, we unpack the anesthetic implications, focusing on hemodynamic goals, drug choices, and monitoring strategies. To bring these principles into context, we walk through a clinical scenario and consider how to assess risk, plan an i...

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25:29

S5E11 Prone Positioning

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2025/08/29

In this episode of Airwayve, join Jenny and Alex as they discuss patients receiving prone positioning in the OR. We first start with the basics- what prone positioning looks like, how patients are safely flipped, and which surgeries require it. From there, we unpack the physiologic changes across cardiac, respiratory, and neurologic systems, and dive into the major complications anesthetists need to anticipate, including peripheral nerve injury, postoperative vision loss, airway challenges, a...

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22:01

S5E10 Elevated Intracranial Pressure

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2025/06/30

In this episode of Airwayve, your hosts Alex and Jenny tackle anaesthetic considerations for patients with elevated intracranial pressure. Join us as we break down the core anatomy and physiology behind ICP, explore common pathologies and discuss the pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies used to manage these complex patients in the OR. From choosing the right induction agents to adjusting ventilation and perfusion targets, this episode is packed with essential pearls for medica...

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45:26

S6E8 Matching into Anesthesia: Post-CaRMS Reflections...

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2025/05/26

In this episode, Grace and Winnie sit down with their classmates Sanjum and Irene- newly matched anesthesia residents at McMaster and U of T- to reflect on their journeys to residency. From choosing electives to preparing for interviews, they share practical insights and honest reflections on the CaRMS process, parallel planning and personal growth along the way. Whether you’re gearing up for CaRMS or just curious about the road to anesthesia, this one’s packed with wisdom you won’t want to m...

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20:47

S6E7 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Medical Assistance in...

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2025/04/28

Join us this month with Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace, alongside a special guest Dr. Sean Middleton to talk about medical assistance in dying (MAiD). Dr. Middleton is a staff anesthesiologist at Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital. In addition to his work as an anesthesiologist, he is also involved in providing MAiD. Join us as we discuss his journey into anesthesia, how his background prepared him for work in MAiD, and the personal and professional insights he has ga...

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23:05

S6E6 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Palliative Care with...

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2025/03/20

Join us this month with Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace, alongside a special guest Dr. Kathleen Wheeler to talk about palliative care. Dr. Wheeler works as a staff anesthesiologist at Hamilton Health Sciences. She completed a fellowship in palliative care at McMaster University, and actually helped to pilot this program between the Department of Anesthesia and the Division of Palliative Care. She now works as both an anesthesiologist and a palliative care physician. Join us as we discuss what...

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28:24

S6E5 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Regional Anesthesia...

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2025/02/26

Join us this month with Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace, alongside a special guest Dr. Paul McHardy to talk about regional anesthesia. Dr. McHardy is a renowned regional anesthesiologist at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. He previously served as the regional anesthesia fellowship director at Sunnybrook. Thank you to Dr. McHardy for kindly joining us on this episode. Support the show

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29:30

S6E4 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Obstetrical...

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2025/01/15

Join us this month with Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace, alongside a special guest Dr. Jose Carvalho, to talk about obstetrical anesthesia. Dr. Carvalho is the former Director of Obstetric Anesthesia at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, and has contributed tremendously to this subspecialty. Tune in to hear about his career in obstetrical anesthesia, tips for medical students, and some useful triathlon tips! Thank you to Dr. Carvalho for kindly joining us on this episode. Addendum: At...

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21:02

S5E9 OSA and Obesity

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2024/12/18

Join two of our new Airwayve hosts Alex and Jenny for an episode covering anesthetic considerations. In today's talk they cover obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and obesity, including the anatomy and physiology, risk factors, and perioperative management of these patients. Don't snooze on this episode!Credits: - Writer: Alexander Xiang, Jenny Hu- Editor: Winnie Liu, Grace Huang- Resident Editor: Dr. Bradley Murphy- Staff Reviewer: Dr. Bosco LawSupport the show

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27:20

S6E3 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Cardiac Anesthesia...

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2024/11/13

Join us this month with Airwayve hosts Grace and Winnie, alongside a special guest Dr. Juan Camilo Segura Salguero, to talk about cardiac anesthesia. Dr. Segura is a staff anesthesiologist at Hamilton Health Sciences, a subspecialist in cardiac anesthesia, and has also completed fellowships in Intensive Care and Thoracic Anesthesia at Toronto General Hospital. Tune in to hear about his journey in anesthesia, transesophageal echocardiograms, tips for medical students, and the best coffeeshops ...

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22:04

S5E8 Pediatric Anesthesia

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2024/10/16

Join two of our new Airwayve hosts Irene and Alex for this month's episode covering pediatric anesthesia. In today's talk they give an overview of pediatric anesthesia, including a discussion of anatomy and physiology, preoperative and intraoperative considerations, and common pediatric problems. Remember, kids aren't just little adults, and this episode gives us a deep dive into why!Credits:– Writer: Irene Zhao– Editor: Winnie Liu, Grace Huang– Resident Editor: Dr. Grace Martin– Staff R...

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29:37

S6E2 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Neuroanesthesia with...

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2024/09/19

This month's episode with Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace is an interview with Dr. Jennifer Nelli about neuroanesthesia. Dr. Nelli is a staff anesthesiologist at Hamilton Health Sciences, a subspecialist in neuroanesthesia, and the director of McMaster's neuroanesthesia fellowship program. Tune in to hear about her journey in anesthesia, doing her fellowship in Boston, and the newest advancements in neuroanesthesia!Support the show

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16:14

S5E7 Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

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2024/08/29

Join Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace for another episode covering anesthetic considerations. In today's talk they cover postoperative nausea and vomiting, including the physiology of vomiting, risk factors, and prevention/management. Hopefully this episode doesn't make you feel queasy!Credits: - Writer: Muizz Hussain- Editor: Raven Kang, Winnie Liu, Grace Huang- Resident Editor: Dr. Puru Panchal- Staff Reviewer: Dr. Imran KhanSupport the Show.

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31:25

S6E1 Anesthesia Subspecialties: Chronic Pain with Dr....

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2024/07/24

Join Airwayve hosts Winnie and Grace as they launch Airwayve's newest mini-series covering anesthesia subspecialties. Today they are joined by Dr. Eli Adly, a staff anesthesiologist at Hamilton Health Sciences, a chronic pain subspecialist, and the director of McMaster's chronic pain management fellowship program. Tune in to hear about her journey in anesthesia, the highlights and challenges of practicing in chronic pain, and her reflections for trainees!Support the Show.

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22:41

S5E6 COPD

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2024/02/27

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S5E5 Obstetric Anesthesia

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2024/01/24

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S5E4 Asthma

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2023/12/28

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S5E3 Atrial Fibrillation

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2023/11/12

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15:40

S5E2 Diabetes Mellitus: Pharmacology and Emergencies

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2023/10/12

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