Allison J Bechtel, MD

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Allison J Bechtel, MD

Allison J Bechtel, MD

@ABechtelMD

As a cardiothoracic anesthesiologist, I put people to sleep. As a mom of 3, I function well w/o it. I’m obsessed w/running, fantasy novels, & CBS Survivor!!

Charlottesville, VA Katılım Ocak 2011
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Allison J Bechtel, MD
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Post-op delirium can hit up to 65% of older surgical patients. What can anesthesiologists actually change today? Blood pressure targets, benzos, EEG guidance, and technique choice. Listen now and tell us what you’ll try next!! #anaesthesia #MedEd #patientsafety
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How can #anesthesia professionals protect perioperative #brainhealth? 🎙️ Tune in to the latest #APSFPodcast with host Alli Bechtel, MD, which reviews the latest evidence on how to prevent postoperative delirium & cognitive dysfunction. #patientsafety #anesthesiology

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We explore #AI, wearables, and closed loop systems that turn reactive care into proactive #PatientSafety . Hear how we can rewrite patient outcomes. Listen now and tell us: which tech excites you most? #anaesthesia #MedEd
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What if #anesthesia care could predict problems before they happen? Hosted by @ABechtelMD, featuring APSF President Daniel Cole, MD, this episode explores how #AI, Wearables & Safety Culture can improve outcomes & keep #patientsafety at the center of care.

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Cardiac arrest after induction. Profound hypotension that only yielded to direct-acting pressors. Curious how cocaine shifts anesthesia risk and what to do next? Hear the cases, the physiology, and the plan. Listen now—would you proceed or delay? #MedTwitter #anaesthesia
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How do you manage a patient with recent recreational sympathomimetic exposure who needs surgery? Is it safe? What if it’s chronic use? Tune in to this week’s #APSFPodcast to explore best practices for your #anesthetic care. apsf.org/podcast/291-ma…

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Allison J Bechtel, MD@ABechtelMD·
From blind blocks to real-time ultrasound, the safety leap in #regionalanesthesia is astonishing. We unpack wrong-side prevention, LAST reduction, and what AI brings next. Listen now and tell us: which innovation changed your practice most? #regionalanaesthesia
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Check out the latest #APSFPodcast, all about #patientsafety in regional #anesthesia! Special thanks to Blink Medical Devices for their continued support of APSF. Don’t forget to like and subscribe! #ultrasound #anesthesiology apsf.org/podcast/290-fr…

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Allison J Bechtel, MD@ABechtelMD·
Barcode scanning, prefilled syringes, smart pumps: tools or lifelines? We map the @APSForg journey toward safer meds in #anesthesia and the gaps we still need to close. Tune in, share with a colleague, and tell us your top fix for 2026. What did we miss?
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Interested in the latest on perioperative #medicationsafety? Head over to the latest #APSFPodcast with host @abechtelmd & special guest, Elizabeth Rebello, Co-Chair of the APSF Advisory Group on Medication Safety. Thanks to Solventum for their support! #patientsafety #anesthesia

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Fewer errors, safer kids. We unpack 100 years of pediatric anesthesia progress and the tools set to change the next decade: video laryngoscopy, gastric ultrasound, EEG-guided dosing, and AI. What innovation do you want in every OR? Listen now. #paedsanaesthesia #pedsanesthesia
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Catch up on the #APSFPodcast! Join host @abechtelmd with special guest @ebmalinzakmd. Thank you to BD for their continued support! #pedsanes #patientsafety #anesthesia #anesthesiology apsf.org/podcast/286-pe…

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Allison J Bechtel, MD@ABechtelMD·
“It’s not just pressure.” Discover how precise neuraxial choices, tiny dexmedetomidine doses, and real shared decisions can prevent trauma after cesarean. Learn what to give, when, and why. Listen now and tell us: what will you change first?
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C-sections are among the most common surgeries in the US, making safe & effective postop pain control essential. Join #APSFPodcast host Alli Bechtel MD & Ruth Landau MD as they discuss strategies to improve maternal outcomes.🤰🏽🩺 #OBAnes #patientsafety apsf.org/podcast/284-sa…

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If oxygen and capnography aren’t guaranteed, can surgery ever be safe? We talk workforce, monitoring, and data-driven fixes with Dr. Kelly McQueen. Hear the barriers and the real solutions. Listen now and tell us: what change matters most?
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One anesthesiologist for one million people? Tune into this week’s #APSFPodcast with Kelly McQueen, MD, MPH, FASA, global health expert. Download, comment and share! apsf.org/podcast/281-sa…

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Think pain is the only outcome that matters? We share how voice, choice, and respectful communication change C-section experiences and safety. Join us and weigh in: what would you want discussed before anesthesia?
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🎧 New episode: From Birthrooms to Boardrooms — how trauma-informed care transforms maternal anesthesia. 💬 Empower patients, reduce harm, and elevate every birth experience. 💪👩‍⚕️ #PatientSafety #MaternalHealth #Anesthesiology #Healthcare #Podcast #MedEd apsf.org/podcast/279-fr…

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“Pregnancy is nature’s stress test.” Cardiovascular risks, deadly delays, and the four T’s that change outcomes. Hear how anesthesia, OB, and cardiology can save more moms—when we plan early and act fast. Listen now and tell us your biggest takeaway?
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Did you miss the 2025 Stoelting Conference on #maternal morbidity and mortality? Not to worry - #APSFPodcast host @abechtelmd has you covered! Tune in and don’t forget to like, subscribe & review. Special thanks to @GE Healthcare! #patientsafety #obanes apsf.org/podcast/276-ma…

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