In this Episode Dr. Erica Urquhart interviews Dr. Richard Stillman. Richard Stillman, MD is a Massachusetts General Hospital trained anesthesiologist with certification in pediatrics, cardiology, pain management and acupuncture. A former hospital anesthesia group chairperson, he currently serves as the director of anesthesia services at a stand-alone surgery center. In this episode, Dr. Stillman reflects on the benefits and challenges of stand-alone anesthesia services in outpatient surgery centers.

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Dr. Stillman explains his role as an anesthesiologist and discusses the differences between a regional anesthesiologist vs a general anesthesiologist.

• Dr. Stillman discusses his role as director of anesthesiology services.

• Dr. Stillman explains the advice he would give his younger self if he had to do it all over again.

• Dr. Stillman shares the reasons he went into medicinal practice.

• Dr. Stillman shares the highs and lows he has experienced as an anesthesiologist.

• Dr. Urquhart and Dr. Stillman discuss the importance of surgical centers and the role these centers play in the healthcare industry.

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