Author(s): David M. Gaba MD (Author), Steven K. Howard MD (Author), Amanda Burden MD (Author)
Publisher: Elsevier
Publication Date: 5 Jun. 2026
Edition: 3rd
Language: English
Print length: 447 pages
ISBN-10: 0443115060
ISBN-13: 9780443115066
Book Description
Regarded as the definitive resource in this high-stakes area of anesthesia, Crisis Management in Anesthesiology, 3rd Edition, provides comprehensive, up-to-date guidance, practical protocols, and simulation-based training strategies for handling a broad spectrum of critical incidents in the OR. This unique guide is an outstanding reference for anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, emergency physicians, and residents-anyone who needs reliable, state-of-the-art information on how to handle a critical event during anesthesia.
Features a Catalog of Critical Incidents that comprehensively outline potential intraoperative emergencies, along with step-by-step guidance for effective response and resolution
Contains new and updated content throughout, including new events such as serotonin syndrome and tracheostomy emergencies
Presents new guidance on incorporating special OR caps for personnel, clearly indicating names and position
Enhances your reaction time and decision-making skills with depictions of sensible solutions for managing critical incidents
Reinforces essential knowledge on the diagnosis and management of a wide range of life-threatening events, serving as a valuable review for all members of the anesthesia care team
An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish after the publication date
Editorial Reviews
Review
Review of the previous edition: “The distinguished authors of this latest edition build on these foundations, which now include new chapters on teaching CRM and the vitally important skill of debriefing colleagues after they have experienced such challenging events. The catalogue of critical incidents has been completely overhauled and updated, to reflect contemporary practice with nearly 20 new scenarios added”. –Reviewed by British Journal of Anaesthesia, Jun 2015
“Those preparing for examinations, including maintenance of certification, or those preparing others for these exams will find this book to be an excellent resource.”
–Reviewed by Jane Torrie, Oct 2015
“This is a tremendous book with the single focus of improving patient safety in the fluid situation of anesthesia administration. Every residency program has a curriculum to deal with predictable situations, but not necessarily with unpredictable situations. Other books on similar topics stress medical knowledge to improve the safety of patients, but this is the only one that highlights the importance of the development of cognitive and behavioral skills that are important for averting disaster in crisis situations. This is a must read for safe and better care of patients under anesthesia.”
–Tariq M. Malik, MD (University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine) Doody’s Score: 100 – 5 Stars!
“Who should buy this book? The authors state in the Preface that they wrote it for everyone who administers anesthesia, from trainees to experienced practitioners. I have to say that I enthusiastically agree!”
–Manuel Pardo, Jr., M.D., University of California (Anesthesiology 2016; 124:738-40)
Review
Effectively recognize, respond to, and manage life-threatening anesthesia emergencies
About the Author
David Gaba is a Professor, Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine and Associate Dean for Immersive and Simulation-based Learning in Stanford University School of Medicine.
Steven K. Howard is a Professor Emeritus of Anesthesia, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California.
Amanda Burden is Assistant Dean for Clinical Skills and Simulation and Professor of Anesthesiology at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and Director of Clinical Skills and Simulation at Cooper University Health Care.
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