Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
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Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
The Impact of Scope Creep by Physician Extenders in British Anesthesiology: Lessons for the Future
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The utilization of physician extenders in the UK healthcare system has been quite controversial recently, with topics like training and validation requirements, impact on training and staffing, all bubbling to the surface. In addition, the lack of funding for physicians and residency slots has contrasted with the increasing spending on physician assistants. Dr. Ramey Assaf, resident and leader within Anesthetists United and Dr. Richard Marks, former Vice President for the Royal College of Anesthetists speak with Dr. Ludwig Lin on this topic.