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01-03-2019 | Global Health Anesthesia (MJ Harris, Section Editor)
A Philosophical Primer for Your First Global Anesthesia Experience
Authors:
Mark J. Harris, Scott R. Junkins
Published in:
Current Anesthesiology Reports
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Issue 1/2019
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Abstract
Purpose of Review
There are few publications regarding practical important philosophical considerations to international anesthesia work. Most of the literature in this realm is aimed at trainees or are logistical recommendations.
Recent Findings
Clarity of mission can provide guidance and benchmarks for managing challenging situations that may unduly influence the overall experience of a global health trip. Much of that clarity can come from authentic exchanges with your colleagues from the under-resourced region in question.
Summary
We intend to provide a framework and some core principles for organizing thoughts and interactions before, during, and after your first global anesthesia experience.