Dear SAMBA members, I’m taking this opportunity to personally invite you to our SAMBA 2026 Annual Meeting, May 14-16 at the Gaylord National...
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Malignant hyperthermia (MH) susceptibility diagnosis has traditionally relied on invasive contracture testing performed at specialized centers....
Read PostPreoperative evaluation and medication management are cornerstones to delivering high-quality procedural care. Patient outcomes depend on management...
Read PostDid you know… SAMBA has three highly educational webinars this month? This is a busy month for education at SAMBA with three scheduled...
Read PostWelcome to our new website! We have a brand new look and updated technology in an effort to better serve all our members. We hope that you'll enjoy...
Read PostDid You Know there is updated consensus guidance on pediatric sedation in dental office settings? by: Kar-Mei Chan, MD with acknowledgements to...
Read PostDid you Know that the American Heart Association (AHA) updated the guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in October 2025? The AHA...
Read PostDid You Know that severe unexpected neurologic complications after anesthesia have been associated with mitochondrial ND4 mutations in patients of...
Read Postby: Rim Ishak, MD Did You Know? The Truth About Iodine “Allergy” There’s a longstanding misconception that shellfish...
Read PostDid You Know Kratom Use May Complicate Anesthesia and Pain Control? Kratom, a supplement used for anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or...
Read PostDid You Know the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) issued a Statement on Pregnancy Testing Prior to Anesthesia and Surgery? Key...
Read PostI had the distinct pleasure of having a conversation with Dr. Raafat Hannallah, one of SAMBA’s first leaders,1 past president of SAMBA...
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