In this episode, Cole and Tanner sit down with Mike Dolphin, founder and CEO of GuideStar, to talk all things epidurals—specifically the risk of accidental dural puncture and why preventing it matters for both providers and patients. They break down why epidural placement can be so challenging, the potential short- and long-term effects of a dural puncture, and how new technology may help make the process more precise. Mike also introduces EpiZact, a device designed to detect loss of resistance and help stop the epidural needle at the right moment. If you want to see EpiZact in action and meet Mike in person, be sure to find him at the AANA conference in Boston this coming weekend August 21-25!

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We’ve been working on this for over a year, and we can finally share it with you! In this quick episode, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the brand-new Core Anesthesia platform, including customizable quizzes, smarter progress tracking, offline listening, better organization, and more, all designed to make learning anesthesia easier wherever you are. The new platform launches during AANA Annual Congress in Boston, and we can’t wait for you to check it out!

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This week, we're talking about how becoming a CRNA doesn't have to be the finish line—it can be the beginning of so much more. Cole and Tanner sit down with Jon and Rhianna Schoeller to chat about using anesthesia as a launchpad to build financial freedom, create new opportunities, and design a life centered around what matters most. They share practical advice on avoiding lifestyle inflation, making smart financial decisions, and investing in ways that can give you more flexibility and time with your family. Whether you're still in school or already practicing, this conversation will leave you thinking differently about what your CRNA career can make possible.

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