
Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
Dive into a world of insightful and engaging content with the California Society of Anesthesiologists' podcast, Vital Times! Tune in every second Tuesday of the month with your hosts Ludwig Lin, MD, and Rita Agarwal, MD, FAAP, FASA, to explore a variety of topics that are not only educational and experiential but also inspirational and entertaining. Whether you're looking to stay informed on the latest in anesthesia, learn from experts in the field, or simply enjoy some captivating stories, Vital Times is your go-to source. Join our community of listeners and enrich your knowledge and experience with every episode!
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Podcasting since 2022 • 42 episodes
Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
Latest Episodes
The Art of Healing: Dr. Adjoa Boateng Evans on Humanities in Medicine
Dr. Ludwig Lin of the CSA Vital Times Podcast sits down with Dr. Adjoa Boateng Evans, a former Stanford ICU and anesthesia attending and now faculty at Duke University School of Medicine to discuss her p...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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44:05

Pivoting Within Healthcare: From ER Charge Nurse to Quadruple-Boarded Anesthesiologist
Dr. Jason Leong began his career as a night-shift nurse in the emergency department, quickly advancing to the role of charge nurse. Determined to further his impact in patient care, he went on to attend medical school at Albert Einstein College...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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43:09

Beyond the OR: The Role of Mentoring in Early Career Development
Welcome to another episode of Vital Times, the CSA podcast! I'm your host, Dr. Rita Agarwal, and today we’re revisiting an important topic: mentorship. We've discussed mentoring before, but its significa...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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50:49

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants: Expanding the Care Team in California
In this episode of the CSA Vital Times podcast, host Dr. Ludwig Lin explores the role of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs). He speaks with anesthesiologists who have experience working alongside CAAs and navigating the legis...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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46:49
