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Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Anesthesiology
July 20, 2023 - by Health IT Analytics - Shania Kennedy
NorthStar Anesthesia VP of Clinical Quality Desirée Chappell spoke to Health IT Analytics about the benefits of artificial intelligence in anesthesiology and its need for a collaborative provider approach.
Read MoreBusiness acumen and medicine: How NorthStar boosts residents' preparation
April 18, 2023 - by Becker’s Hospital Review – Mariah Taylor
Two NorthStar Anesthesia affiliate hospitals are upgrading residency education by teaching the business side of medicine: Detroit Medical Center and Corewell East William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak.
Read MoreLimestone Surgery Center partners with NorthStar Anesthesia
February 10, 2023 - by Delaware Business Times - Katie Tableing
Limestone Surgery Center has signed a new partnership with NorthStar Anesthesia. NorthStar Anesthesia first started providing services at Limestone Surgery Center in November 2022, with nine employees working at the medical facility.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia expanding services to Illinois health system, Delaware ASC
February 8, 2023 - by Becker’s ASC Review - Hayley DeSilva
NorthStar Anesthesia will now provide anesthesia services for Southern Illinois Healthcare in Carbondale and Wilmington, Del.-based Limestone Surgery Center.
Read MoreNORTHSTAR ANESTHESIA TO PROVIDE NEW SERVICES FOR SOUTHERN ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND LIMESTONE SURGERY CENTER
February 8, 2023 - by PR Newswire
"I'm proud to share that NorthStar will now provide anesthesia services for SIH and Limestone Surgery Center, representing expansions in key markets," said NorthStar CEO Adam Spiegel. "We are excited to work with these teams and deliver top quality anesthesia care for those communities."
Read MoreHow the No Surprise Act affects anesthesia: NorthStar Anesthesia CEO
February 7, 2023 - by Becker’s ASC Review - Hayley DeSilva
Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar Anesthesia, told Becker’s ASC: "I support the No Surprises Act and its goals to protect patients from surprise medical bills. I also want to ensure that its implementation works well for everyone."
Read MoreDemand for anesthesia providers is growing as reimbursement is shrinking, says NorthStar Anesthesia CEO
January 19, 2023 - by Becker’s ASC Review - Hayley DeSilva
Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar Anesthesia, told Becker's ASC growth began even before COVID-19. However, hospital OR capacity has also remained steady, creating a big demand for anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists.
Read MoreWith Long-Term Vision and a Strong Foundation in Clinician and Patient Care Excellence, NorthStar Is Poised to Accelerate Its Success in 2023
January 2, 2023 - by Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar
As we open 2023 and reflect on how challenging the last few years have been as an anesthesia provider, both for our individual clinicians and our corporate teams, I thought I’d share why I’m so proud of what we have accomplished.
Read More26 patient safety experts to know
December 28, 2022 - by Becker’s Hosptial Review - Brendan Talian
As national chief quality officer, Dr. Lumbley is responsible for ensuring that NorthStar Anesthesia delivers best-in-class quality outcomes for its patients, nationwide.
Read MoreThe Biggest challenges with anesthesia reimbursement
December 21, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Patsy Newitt
NorthStar CEO Adam Spiegel spoke with Becker’s ASC Review on the challenges of securing anesthesia reimbursements and the broader health care industry.
Read MoreAnesthesiology's biggest controversies
December 20, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Patsy Newitt
Four anesthesia leaders, including NorthStar CEO Adam Spiegel, joined Becker's to discuss the biggest controversies in the industry today.
Read MoreIntraoperative Hypotension, Killing Them Softly: Avoiding iatrogenic harm by managing hemodynamics appropriately
December 20, 2022 - by Nurse Anesthesiology – Desiree Chappell, MSNA, CRNA, FAANA and Amy Yerdon, DNP, CRNA
AANA published a piece co-authored by NorthStar’s VP of Clinical Quality, Desirée Chappell, examining intraoperative hypotension and its impact on patient outcomes.
Read MoreDoctors develop new techniques for recovery from surgery
December 20, 2022 - by C&G Newspapers – Brendan Losinski
NorthStar physicians at Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital East created a new treatment plan to assist surgical patients. The “Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)” approach reduces a patient’s reliance on opioids, lowers patient pain scores, and can lead to shorter recovery time.
Read MoreCorewell spine surgeon finds new use for methadone — during surgery
December 13, 2022 - by Crain’s Detroit Business – Dustin Walsh
A new study with the NorthStar team at Corewell Health Beaumont Troy found that by using intravenous methadone during surgery, patients are reporting reduced post-surgery pain and a 35 percent reduction in the use of opioids.
Read MoreStudy: Corewell Health Treatment Plan Improves Pain Management in Spine Surgery
December 6, 2022 - by DBusiness Magazine
NorthStar anesthesiologist, Dr. Daniel Silvasi, has helped develop a pain management treatment plan for spine surgery patients at Corewell Health. The plan, which lessens patients’ pain and reduces opioid usage, has been recommended statewide for its positive results.
Read MoreSchool of Medicine establishes new Department of Anesthesiology
November 25, 2022 - by The Herald-Dispatch
The department will be led by Dr. Jay Shepherd, who will work alongside anesthesiologists from NorthStar Anesthesia. NorthStar supports the school’s primary teaching hospitals as part of Mountain Health Network and the Hershel “Woody” Williams VA Medical Center.
Read MoreStrategies for Limiting Opioids Post-Surgery
October 25, 2022 - by MedPage Today – Desirée Chappell, CRNA, and Josh Lumbley, MD, MBOE
Prioritize opioid-sparing techniques, safe disposal methods, and patient education
Read MorePodcast Episode 203: The Future Of Anesthesia With NorthStar CEO & CAO
October 13, 2022 - by Beyond the Mask Podcast
There’s been a huge strain put on the anesthesia business in recent years due to the way that hospitals and surgeries have changed, and there’s some uneasiness about what it could mean for the future. Today we’ve invited NorthStar Anesthesia CEO Adam Spiegel and Chief Anesthetist Officer Randy Moore, DNP, MBA, CRNA, on to assess the state of the profession and discuss what’s to come for CRNAs as processes evolve.
Read MoreInterview: Adam Spiegel, CEO, NorthStar Anesthesia | AANA 2022
September 29, 2022 - by TopMedTalk Podcast
Where are CRNA's placed in the current market? What are going to be the pitfalls and the plus points as we move on from a challenging time? With thanks to NorthStar Anesthesia for their help in helping TopMedTalk to cover the American American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology's annual conference 2022.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia expands services to UT Health Tyler
September 1, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Marcus Robertson
NorthStar Anesthesia is providing services for the University of Texas Health Tyler hospital and its health science center, the group said in an Aug. 31 news release shared with Becker's.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Announces New Services and a Residency Program at Ut Health Tyler
August 31, 2022 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in delivering modernized anesthesia care for nearly two decades, will now provide services for UT Health Tyler and The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center as the company continues to expand its footprint in Eastern Texas.
Read MoreApex Award for ASA Monitor Article
August 3, 2022 - by ASA Monitor
The ASA Monitor received a nice honor recently by way of an article written by Josh Lumbley called Lessons From the Pandemic: The Intersection of Mental Health, Wellness, and High-Quality Patient Care, published in December 2021. In competition with health care communicators from across the world, Josh’s article won an Apex “Award of Excellence” for his description of lessons learned about maintaining wellness and resiliency during the pandemic. If you haven’t already done so, I urge you to read it. It’s an informative, succinct statement on leadership and adaptation and is well deserving of the recognition.
Read MoreHow Change Management can Build Value with Randy Moore and Desirée Chappell
July 6, 2022 - by Anesthesia Guidebook Podcast
Randy Moore, DNP, MBA, CRNA and Desirée Chappell, MSNA, CRNA join me to talk about change management in healthcare. They are both on the leadership team with NorthStar Anesthesia, which provides perioperative services at over 200 facilities across 20 states.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Now Servicing Suburban Chicago Hospital
May 25, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Marcus Robertson
Irving, Texas-based NorthStar began providing services to the 401-bed hospital in April, the management company said in a May 25 email to Becker's. NorthStar retained the hospital's CRNA team and most of its anesthesiologists.
Read MoreOpinion: Lack of Residencies Leaves Med School Graduates Without a Career Path
May 20, 2022 - by Detroit Free Press – Roy Soto
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Expands Service to Virginia ASC and Hospital
April 12, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review
NorthStar Anesthesia has added service to two Chesapeake (Va.) Regional Healthcare facilities.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Announces New Services for Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
April 12, 2022 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in providing modernized anesthesia care for nearly two decades, has announced new services for Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Virginia, working with Chesapeake Regional Hospital and the Surgery Center of Chesapeake.
Read MoreThe Great Michigan Weekend - Dr. John Pappas
April 9, 2021 - by WJR Radio
Dr. John Pappas, anesthesiology and pain medicine at Beaumont hospital talks with Jim and Steve about the medical challenges facing aging baby boomers today
Read MoreClinicians’ Mental Health Moves To Forefront During Pandemic
March 2, 2022 - by Anesthesiology News
There is no “right way to feel” during the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact on healthcare organizations cannot be overstated. In this climate, it is critical that healthcare employers remain vigilant in their efforts to prioritize the mental health and well-being of their employees.
Read More15 Things to Know About Anesthesia and ASCs | 2022
January 24, 2022 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Riz Hatton
The biggest news from 2021 that will affect the anesthesia and ASC industries this year includes policy updates, acquisitions and more.
Read MoreNorthstar Anesthesia Expands to Service the Entire Chicago Metro Region for Amita Health
January 18, 2022 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in providing modernized anesthesia care for nearly two decades, has expanded within the AMITA Health System to provide anesthesia services for AMITA Health Saint Joseph Hospital Chicago as of November 11, 2021.
Read MoreLessons From the Pandemic: The Intersection of Mental Health, Wellness, and High-Quality Patient Care
December 31, 2021 - by ASA Monitor - Dr. Josh Lumbley
The past 18 months have placed seemingly unending physical and emotional strain upon physician anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and allied health care workers.
Read MoreNorthstar Anesthesia Maintains Exceptional Quality Standards through the Covid-19 Pandemic
December 16, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in providing modernized anesthesia care for nearly two decades, maintained exceptional quality and performance standards amid unprecedented challenges in 2020.
Read More20 Anesthesia Partnerships with ASCs, Health Systems in 2021
December 13, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Marcus Robertson
Here are all 20 new partnerships between anesthesia companies and ASCs or health systems Becker's ASC Review covered in 2021:
Read More10 Biggest Anesthesia Stories of 2021
December 13, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Marcus Robertson
Adam Spiegel, CEO of NorthStar Anesthesia, expects the aging physician population to impact anesthesiologists.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Strategically Acquires Epix Anesthesia As Part Of Its Smart Growth Strategy
November 30, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in providing modernized anesthesia care for nearly two decades, has announced its acquisition of Epix Anesthesia (EPIX) as of October 1, 2021.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia grows presence in four states with deal
November 30, 2021 - by Becker's ASC Review - Patsy Newitt
Read MoreSurprise billing legislation and recent expansions: 5 anesthesia updates
November 1, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Marcus Robertson
Surprise billing legislation appears to coincide with decreased reimbursements to anesthesiologists, a recent analysis found.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia expands services with 3 health systems
October 12, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Patsy Newitt
Irving, Texas-based NorthStar Anesthesia has expanded its services with three health systems — Mon Health, Piedmont Healthcare and Texas Health, the company said Oct. 12.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Transitions To Provide Services For Mon Health, Piedmont Health And Texas Health Mansfield
October 12, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar will continue to provide quality anesthesia care for patients and ensure a smooth transition for their services.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia announces American Association of Nurse Anesthetists CEO, Randall Moore II, as its new Chief Anesthetist Officer
June 10, 2021 - by PR Newswire
Moore will drive NorthStar's strategy for recruitment and retention of top CRNA talent, expand its leadership development efforts, and further optimize its team-based approach to anesthesia care.
Read MoreWhat NorthStar Anesthesia did so far in 2021
April 9, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review
Irving, Texas-based NorthStar Anesthesia kicked off the year completing its expansion to serve seven facilities in Michigan
Read MoreHow will Biden's $1.9 trillion plan affect ASCs? ASC leaders weigh in
April 9, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia to provide services to new surgical hospitals, ASCs
April 7, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Patsy Newitt
Irving, Texas-based NorthStar Anesthesia has expanded over the past few months to serve new hospitals, surgical centers and healthcare systems in Delaware, Montana and Texas.
Read MoreLawsuits and expansions: 7 anesthesia updates
April 8, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Patsy Newitt
U.S. Anesthesia Partners filed a lawsuit against UnitedHealthcare, and a hospital is replacing anesthesiologists with certified registered nurse anesthetists.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia to Provide Anesthesia Services for Five New Hospitals, Surgical Centers & Healthcare Systems
April 7, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar moves into new geographic regions and expands within the Trinity Health System.
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia transitions to serve Baptist Health Hardin
March 3, 2021 - by The News-Enterprise
NorthStar Anesthesia, an industry leader in providing modernized anesthesia care for more than two decades, has completed a successful transition to provide anesthesia services for Baptist Health Hardin, a recent news release announced.
Read MorePutting Patient Safety Front and Center
March 16, 2021 - by Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry – Amanda Pedersen
NorthStar Anesthesia lands new client, recruits several providers.
March 2, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Eric Oliver
Irving, Texas-based NorthStar Anesthesia began providing services Feb. 1 at Baptist Health Hardin in Elizabethtown, KY.
Read More7 anesthesia company notes so far in 2021
March 2, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Carly Behm
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Transitions to Serve Baptist Health Hardin
March 2, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar continues to provide high quality care at the Kentucky hospital, providing patient-centered anesthesia services with a provider-focused approach
Read MoreFollowing the NorthStar
February 1, 2021 - by Boss Magazine
NorthStar Anesthesia is shaking up the status quo to pursue a new standard in patient outcomes and experiences
Read More7 most interesting ASC industry deals of 2020
January 7, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Laura Dydra
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia now covers 7-hospital health system in Michigan
January 7, 2021 - by Becker’s ASC Review – Carly Behm
NorthStar Anesthesia completed its transition to provide services to seven Southfield, Mich.-based Beaumont Health facilities
Read MoreBeaumont's new anesthesia model in place at additional hospitals
January 6, 2021 - by Crain’s Detroit Business – Jay Greene
Beaumont Health completes transfer of anesthesiology services to Texas-based NorthStar at seven of its eight hospitals
Read MoreNorthStar Anesthesia Completes Transition to Serve Beaumont Health
January 6, 2021 - by PR Newswire
NorthStar maintains continuity of care and high anesthesia standards by combining management of CRNAs and anesthesiologists at Michigan's largest health system.
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