Residents in a Room by American Society of Anesthesiologists

Resident host, Dr. Natalie Koons, is joined by fellow resident, Dr. Donald Keating, and by Dr. Neil Rens for a discussion on innovation in the specialty of anesthesiology and current training around innovation. Guests delve into the value of questioning traditions, ASA’s new innovation curriculum, spotting clinical needs, and more. Recorded September 2026

Sponsored by US Anesthesia Partners, this episode pairs resident Dr. Ashton Carter with Dr. Matt Maloney, President of USAP, for a discussion of what he’s learned through his career. Residents get a peek behind the curtain as Dr. Maloney shares aha moments from his career, tips for starting out strong, things to consider when choosing an employer, and more. Recorded October 2026 at USAP’s Future Leaders in Anesthesia Conference.

Dr. Abigail Schirmer speaks with fellow early-career anesthesiologists and parents, Drs. Vincent Bargnes, Noelle Crough, and Bengt Grua, about the benefits and challenges of parenting through residency. Their direct conversation includes survival tips, policy information, and unexpected discoveries. Recorded August 2026.

Resident host, Dr. Wade Coomer, joins fellow resident, Dr. Toyin Thompson, and medical student, Surya Indukuri, for an interview with the Chair of ASA’s Annual Meeting Oversight Committee for 2026, Dr. Linda Shore-Lesserson. In this episode, sponsored by NorthStar Anesthesia, Dr. Lesserson takes listeners behind the scenes for a peek at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2026 planning as she shares advice on expectations, priorities, and what trainees can gain from the meeting. Recorded July 2026. 

Sponsored by Wrenne Financial Planning LLC, this episode presents resident host, Dr. Joshua Insler, and fellow residents, Drs. Morgan Harris and Zelle Ngundji, in conversation with Mr. Hugh Baker, a financial planner at Wrenne Financial. The conversation touches on common financial mistakes residents make, planning for the unpredictable, incorporating values into a financial plan, and more. Recorded May 2026.   The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Wrenne Financial Planning LLC is a registered investment adviser. For mo...

The ABA’s President, Dr. Mark Keegan, speaks with residents, Drs. Natalie Koons, Sara Saenz, and Andrew Ray, about the scope of ABA’s work, the new Resident Reach pilot program,  how ABA’s strategic plan impacts trainees, and more. Recorded May 2026.

Dr. Joy Chen shares her expertise on the topic of mentorship, imposter syndrome, and queen bee syndrome with resident guest, Dr. Ellie Tuchaai, and fellow resident, Dr. Robert Minniti. Listen in as they discuss what it looks like to be a good mentor and/or mentee, how to find a right-fit mentor, how to manage imposter syndrome, and more. Recorded April 2026.

Resident host, Dr. Alexandria Daniels, along with fellow residents, Drs. Kevin Flood and Shivana Ramsingh, interview Dr. Matt Hatch from ASA’s Committee on Anesthesia Care about room supervision. Learn about the transition to managing multiple cases, how to best prepare, and more. Recorded March 2026.

Dr. Christopher Fadumiye returns to discuss difficult conversations with resident guests, Drs. Sabrina Muhanna and Spencer Bayless. From tackling hard topics with attendings and peers to communicating bad news to patients and families, this episode is loaded with best practices and useful tips. Recorded January 2026. 

Resident host, Dr. Sabrina Muhanna, and fellow resident, Dr. Spencer Bayless, discuss going beyond surviving residency in order to thrive with Dr. Christopher Fadumiye. Listen in as they consider what it means to thrive, signs that indicate struggle, tips for managing time and connections, and more. Recorded January 2026.

Dr. Patrick Giam, ASA’s new president, shares his insights with resident host Dr. Alexi Msays and fellow residents, Drs. Neil “Sunny” Khatter, Courtney Borg, and Andrew Ray. Find out how Dr. Giam views the specialty’s future, what he plans to prioritize in the coming year, how membership has shaped his career, and more. Recorded December 2025. 

Recorded at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2025, Dr. George Tewfik discusses medical misinformation with resident host, Dr. Brandon Cunningham, and fellow residents, Drs. Megan Rolfzen and Justine Huang. Tune in for a discussion of how misinformation is impacting patients and practitioners, what anesthesiologists can do about it, the role of AI, and more. Recorded October 2025. 

Recorded at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2025, this episode, sponsored by US Anesthesia Partners, features Dr. Brandon Cunningham and fellow residents, Drs. Megan Rolfzen and Justine Huang, in conversation with Dr. Mo Azam, USAP’s Chief Innovation Officer, about past, present, and future innovations in anesthesiology. Recorded October 2025.

In this special episode, sponsored by US Anesthesia Partners, resident host, Dr. Alexis Rice, and fellow resident, Dr. Alexi Msays, interview Drs. Ryan Hafen and Kelly LeBlanc about life inside private practice. Take a peek inside the daily routine, learn about the many benefits of mentorship, get interview advice, and more. Recorded September 2025 at USAP’s Future Leaders in Anesthesia Conference. 

Resident host, Dr. Lisa Young, asks Drs. Jonathan Tan and Anjali Ashish Dixit what a career in anesthesia research is really like. Learn about available pathways, how grants shape careers, the role FAER plays, what a day-to-day routing might entail, and more. Recorded August 2025.

Dr. Amos Zacharia, a pediatric anesthesiologist from Tanzania, shares his experiences with resident host, Dr. Michael Boateng, and fellow resident, Dr. Shannon Paquette. Listen in as they discuss day-to-day work in resource-limited settings, how practice and training differ, the opportunities available via the ASA Resident International Scholarship, and more. Recorded July 2024. 

Resident host, Dr. Lauren Paul, along with fellow resident, Dr. Jacquelyn Ho, and medical student, Rebecca Tsai, welcome Dr. Elizabeth Rebello, Meeting Chair of ASA’s Annual Meeting Oversight Committee. Dr. Rebello shares tips for navigating the meeting, discusses benefits of attending a meeting early in one’s career, shares her early experiences, and more. Recorded June 2025.

Resident host, Dr. Laura Santa Cruz Mercado, interviews critical care anesthesiologists, Drs. Megan Hicks and Ashish Kumar Khanna. Learn what practicing the subspecialty looks like, what to expect from training, how this mentor and mentee find life balance, and more. Recorded May 2025.

Dr. Tanisha Verneus leads a discussion about the costs of incivility in health care settings with resident guests, Dr. Mogen Frenkel and Dr. Zelle Ngundji. Tune in to learn more about what incivility looks like, what it costs patients and providers, thoughts on how to manage difficult situations, and more. Recorded April 2025.

Resident host, Dr. Courtney Borg, discusses physician led care with Dr. Katelyn Williams. Listen in as they consider the value of anesthesiologist led care, discuss what evidence reveals about the care model, share tips on how to best manage a team, and more. Recorded March 2025.

Resident host, Dr. Ryan McMahon, interviews Program Directors, Drs. Rachel Kacmar, Amanda Kleiman, and Tuan-Hsing Loh, about what it takes to become a Chief Resident, what makes a good Chief Resident, what residents should expect from their Chief Residents, and more. Recorded February 2025.

Drs. Benton Nanners, Audra Parrett, and Alexandra Rice discuss rural anesthesia in this heartfelt episode. Learn about their experiences, where their passion comes from, what they hope to achieve, and more. Recorded December 2024.

Dr. Jonathan Burns interviews fellowship directors, Drs. Stephanie Woodward, Roya Saffary, and Mariam Sarwary, about the pros and cons of fellowships, the application process, their best tips, and more. Recorded December 2024.

Guest host, Mr. Donald Keating, along with residents, Drs. Lindsay Murphy and Zachary Meade, interview Dr. Melissa Coleman about the history of anesthesiology. Find out how understanding the specialty’s history benefits clinicians, the role residents have played in shaping anesthesiology, and more. Recorded October 2024.

Dr. Zachary Buccino discusses military medicine with Dr. Zachary Meade and guest host, Mr. Donald Keating. Learn where military anesthesiologists serve, who they treat, and how they balance priorities and approach unique circumstances. Recorded October 2024.

Dr. Tanisha Verneus speaks with Drs. Keya Locke and Luis Tollinche about microaggressions in the workplace. Learn what microaggressions look like, how they harm patients and health care workers, how to stand up for yourself or your colleagues, what institutions can and should do to protect workforce and patient populations, and more. Recorded August 2024.

Dr. Joshua Cadwell (CA1) interviews fellow residents, Dr. Clayton Sweeney (CA2), Dr. Katherine David (CA2), and Dr. Varina Clark (CA3), about year one pitfalls. Learn what to look out for, how to combat imposter syndrome and practice wellness, where to turn for help, and more. Recorded August 2024.

Join resident and host, Dr. Tilman Chambers, in conversation with Drs. Lisa Solomon and William Hauter as they consider the many ways advocacy shapes careers. Listen in as they discuss how anesthesiologists are working to advance the specialty and patient care, from stepping into elected office to taking small steps in clinical practice. Recorded July 2024.

Dr. Della Lin shares her experiences as a speaker and leader with episode host, Dr. Jon Cohen, and fellow resident, Dr. Jeremiah Fowler. Listen in as they explore what it means to be a leader, how leadership roles shape careers, the value of failure, and the impact of strong leadership on community health. Recorded June 2024.

Dr. Jennifer Root joins episode host, Dr. Sarah Edwards, and her fellow resident, Gideon Levinson, to share the expertise she’s gained during decades of work as a locum tenens. She discuss the pros and the cons, touches on what is motivating the trend, and passes on warning signs for the interested. Recorded May 2024.

In this special take-over episode, Drs. Dane Saksa, Phillip Adams, and Marianne Chen discuss innovative, non-clinical residency tracks. From a leadership track to an innovation and technology track to a medical education track, three attending discuss their programs, what’s driving the trend, and how residents benefit. Recorded April 2024.

Dr. Sascha Beutler, an examiner for the ABA, speaks with residents, Drs. Vincent Bargnes, Abigail Schirmer, and Iman Soliman, about what to expect from Orals and OSCEs. Listen in for study tips, information on what it’s like to be an examiner, and thoughts on how exams have evolved. Recorded March 2024.

Drs. Matt Hatch and Asha Padmanabhan, from ASA’s committee on communications, join resident host, Dr. Mauna Rao, and her fellow residents, Drs. Shreya Ranjan and Jao Ho Kim, for a discussion on best practices for improving communication with colleagues, legislators, the pubic and, most critically, patients and their families. Recorded January 2024.

Dr. Eric Gross joins resident host Meg Rolfzen along with fellow residents, Vanja Tolj and Zhaosheng Jin, to talk about his career as an anesthesia researcher. Learn more about the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER), the day-to-day life of a researcher, diverse options for working in the research field, how to get involved, and more. Recorded January 2024.

In this special crossover episode, Dr. Kyle Robinson joins Dr. Adam Striker, host of ASA’s Central Line podcast, to discuss his first few years of practice and ASA’s Early-Career Membership Program. From managing transitions to finding resources to how he has used ASA’s new program, listen for insights into the challenges and opportunities facing anesthesiologists just starting out. Recorded November 2023.

Dr. Elizabeth Drum joins host Drs. Jake Gamboa, Kelsey Repine, Jordan Francke, Christy Henderson, and Jeffrey Cannon, to discuss the role of anesthesiologists within global health, opportunities for involvement, legal and ethical concerns, the value of relationships, and more. Recorded October 2023.

Hosted by Dr. Jake Gamboa, this episode features Dr. Alex Macario, Secretary of the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA), in conversation with residents, Kelsey Repine and Jordan Francke, and fellow, Dr. Jeffrey Cannon. Listen in as Dr. Macario shares his thoughts on lifelong learning, MOCA, ABA resources, and more. Recorded October 2023.

This sponsor-hosted episode features anesthesiologists from US Anesthesia Partners, Dr. Doug Morgan and Dr. Camellia Baldridge, discussing interview questions residents might ask to better understand the health and structure of potential employers. Use these tips to gain a clearer picture of a practice’s relationships with hospitals, internal process, support for physicians, and more. Recorded September 2023.

Dr. Beth Hall and resident guests Drs. Nikhil Nadler, Sean Powers, and Shyam Desai return to discuss life as an attending in a private practice setting. Dr. Smitha Arekapudi, their guest, shares her experiences along with interview tips and thoughts on workplace culture, leadership paths, production pressures, and more. Recorded August, 2023.

Dr. Beth Hall and fellow residents—Drs. Nikhil Nadler, Sean Powers, and Shyam Desai—ask Dr. Jihye Ha about life as an attending in an academic practice setting. Listen in as they discuss changes to expect when transitioning out of residency into academic practice and how to best prepare. Recorded August, 2023.