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Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler

Dr. Brian Schmutzler

Going Under: Anesthesia Answered is a podcast with renowned physician and anesthesiologist Dr. Brian Schmutzler. Together with Award-Winning Co-Host and television journalist, Vahid Sadrzadeh, the podcast aims to answer not only your most pressing anesthesia questions but to provide the most up-to-date medical data available.This weekly medical podcast will release a new episode every Thursday at 5 am. Thanks in advance for being a listener.Don"t forget to send your questions to Dr. Brian Schmutzler

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18:06

Why The Most Common Anesthetic Uses Egg Yolk

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2026/04/06

Send us Fan Mail We connect an Easter-season question to a real anesthesia fact: propofol is formulated with egg lecithin from egg yolk, and that doesn’t automatically mean people with egg allergies can’t receive it. We also break down why propofol safety depends on monitoring and dosing, then pivot to a listener question on CRPS and a practical look at multimodal pain control and long-term opioid risks. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social me...

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24:06

Medicine Meets Social Media

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2026/03/30

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh, a med student’s viral posts spark a bigger question that every clinician with a camera eventually faces: when does “content” become unprofessional behavior? We dig into the messy middle where medical education, comedy, trends, and credibility all collide and where one bad clip can follow you longer than you think. We talk candidly about what feels non-negotiable for healthcare ...

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30:17

Why Early-Onset Cancer Is Rising In The United States

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2026/03/17

Send a text On this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, why Early-Onset Cancer Is Rising In The United States. Colon cancer at 40 should stop you in your tracks, and it’s becoming less of a rarity. We’re seeing more aggressive cancers diagnosed in younger adults across the US, and we wanted to talk about what’s changing, what we actually know, and what you can do before symptoms ever show up. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any...

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38:31

Diabetes & Insulin: What Every Patient Should Know

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2026/03/09

Send a text In the latest episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, we unpack how diabetes actually works, why “pre-diabetes” misleads, and how care evolved from pig pancreas insulin to smart pumps and GLP-1s. Practical steps on diet, walking, and strength training show how to drive glucose down and the risks associated with it. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebo...

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31:38

"The Pitt" vs Reality: Care, Costs, And Burnout

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2026/03/02

Send a text We unpack what "The Pitt" gets right about ER reality, where AI helps and where it fails, how cybersecurity outages ripple through care, and why insulin costs still push patients into crisis. We close with practical ways to protect purpose and fight moral injury. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: ...

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19:51

Hospitals, Insurance, And The Squeeze

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2026/02/23

Send a text On this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh unpack why hospitals rely on operating rooms for most of their revenue and how private insurer denials, prior authorizations, and payment delays are pushing essential services to the edge. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbri...

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22:06

Pesticides, Labels, And Liability

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2026/02/16

Send a text In the latest episode of Going Under, we unpack how federal preemption for pesticide labels could limit lawsuits and reshape accountability, and we trace the health stakes from farm fields to the foods we eat. Along the way, we compare tobacco and vaccine liability models, share a family story tied to Parkinson’s, and map practical lower-risk alternatives. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https:...

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34:40

GLP-1s, Explained

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2026/02/05

Send us a text On the latest episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, we break down GLP-1s with clear takeaways on how they work, who benefits, and the tradeoffs behind oral vs injectable options. We also dig into muscle preservation, costs and insurance, compounding quality, and the habits that make results last. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.c...

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35:28

Mentors, Faith, And My Why

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2026/01/31

Send us a text In this edition of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Shmutzler, we trace the mentors who shaped Brian’s faith, scientific rigor, leadership, and fatherhood, and how that guidance forged a clearer 'why'. From early belief to clinical judgment, and family models to business integrity, Dr. Brian and Vahid discuss why being bold and present matters. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his websi...

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18:57

Heart of the Matter: Indiana’s AED Debate

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2026/01/22

Send us a text On this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, we unpack why AEDs in schools are non-negotiable, how survival changes with early defibrillation, and what it takes to make policies real on fields and in gyms. We share practical costs, training paths, and legal protections so staff and volunteers can act fast and save lives. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.c...

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26:42

The Food Pyramid Was a Lie (And We’re Finally...

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2026/01/15

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh unpack how the old grain-heavy pyramid collided with modern food engineering to fuel obesity and diabetes, then lay out a practical path centered on protein, natural fats, and fewer ultra-processed foods. We weigh policy shifts, GLP-1s, and the need to teach kids real-food habits early. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at h...

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41:22

Guidelines, Lawsuits, And The Art Of Care

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2026/01/08

Send us a text In the Season 5 debut, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Host Vahid Sadrzadeh open the discussion on medical guidelines and attorneys. Paper rules aren’t supposed to replace clinical judgment, yet more care is being delivered with one eye on the courtroom. We open the season by confronting how guidelines, malpractice pressure, and hospital incentives are reshaping decisions at the bedside—and what that means for your health. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit t...

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19:47

Should You Become A Doctor In 2026?

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2025/12/18

Send us a text In the Season 4 Finale of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, we weigh how rising premiums, AI advances, and shifting reimbursement shape the choice to enter medicine in 2026. We compare cognitive vs procedural specialties, outline durable paths in anesthesia and surgery, and share practical steps to future‑proof a medical career. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.c...

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32:55

Obamacare on Trial — Again. Here’s What’s Really at...

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2025/12/11

Send us a text On this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh dive into the Obamacare debacle. and debunk the myth that health care and health insurance are the same thing. They aren’t—and that confusion fuels bad policy, higher costs, and less access. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbria...

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34:51

So You’re A Resident? Congrats, You’re Not An Expert

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2025/12/04

Send us a text In the latest episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, we dig into the Dunning-Kruger effect, why medicine breeds overconfidence, and how social media and news sites blur the line between trainee and expert. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianschmutzler ...

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26:43

Thankful for Anesthesia providers, but we need MORE!

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2025/11/27

Send us a text In this Thanksgiving episode, we break down why operating rooms are closing, why anesthesia staffing fell behind demand, and what hospitals can do now to keep cases moving. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianschmutzler TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbrian...

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33:18

Anesthesia In Space

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2025/11/20

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh go into outer space. What would it really take to deliver safe anesthesia in orbit? Blending new microgravity research with practical anesthesiology to map the risks, the tools, and the best‑bet strategies for keeping a patient stable when everything floats. If you’re curious about space medicine, anesthesiology, or how frontier research translates into better everyday care, this conv...

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32:09

Movember, Men's Health, Real Talk

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2025/11/14

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh dive into Movember and Men's Health: prostate basics, what screening really means, how to weigh PSA and exams, and when to act. We also discuss testicular cancer, heart risks, and the silent strain of mental health, with clear steps to take today. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrians...

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40:32

Measuring What Matters: Why Dr. Peter Attia is Right

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2025/11/07

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh unpack how wearables, testing, and everyday habits translate into real gains in healthspan. Then we dive into Peter Attia’s case for training today to stay functional at 80 and beyond. VO2 max, HRV, strength standards, and food quality emerge as practical levers you can pull now. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below o...

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31:31

Fright Night: Diagnosing Classic Monsters

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2025/10/30

Send us a text In this frightful episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh turn classic Halloween monsters into medical case files and use real science to explain their symptoms, risks, and treatments. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

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