Send us a text In this frightful episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh turn classic Halloween monsters into medical case files and use real science to explain their symptoms, risks, and treatments. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh welcome David Schrock, A lifelong farmer who has battled heart failure, a daring transplant, and a second chance at life: All fueled by faith and grit. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://ww...

Send us a text Cutting through confusion about breast cancer! Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh unpack why “breast cancer” isn’t a single diagnosis, how tumor subtypes drive treatment choices, and where screening makes the biggest difference. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram...

Send us a text The Government shutdown is affecting medicine, but to what extent? Medicare IT furloughs delayed payments, hospitals and anesthesia groups face cash crunches, and telehealth reimbursement rollbacks. Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh discuss how bad it could get if there is no resolution soon! Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.fa...

Send us a text In this week's episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh weigh the evidence behind the Tylenol–autism debate, explain how acetaminophen actually works, and share practical guidance on dosing during pregnancy and everyday care. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmu...

Send us a text The economics of anesthesia is approaching a breaking point. In this eye-opening episode of Going Under, Dr. Brian Schmutzer and Vahid Sadrzadeh reveal the unsustainable trajectory of anesthesia provider compensation against a backdrop of critical shortages that threaten to fundamentally alter surgical care delivery nationwide. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler....

Send us a text Marijuana's impact on anesthesia presents significant medical concerns. Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh dive into the science behind cannabis and how it affects surgical outcomes and anesthesia effectiveness. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianschmutzle...

Send us a text The shocking death of Charlie Kirk at a Utah college campus serves as the catalyst for one of our most timely and important conversations. What happens when we fail to engage in civil discourse? And how has this same polarization infected medicine? This special episode with Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Host Vahid Sadrzadeh takes a look at the deterioration of free speech in America. The tragedy transcends political lines, revealing something fundamentally broken in our national co...

Send us a text In the Season 4 opener, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh discuss the dangerous trend of medical misinformation online and explore how resident physicians and other practitioners sometimes present themselves as experts outside their scope of practice. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: ht...

Send us a text In this special episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh take a closer look at the 2nd half *MEDICAL forecast in 2025. We discuss the latest medical concerns and healthcare developments, examining the Chikungunya virus outbreak, the return of the Presidential Fitness Test, and the evolving state of medicine in 2025. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at...

Send us a text The "Big Beautiful Bill" passed by Congress affects healthcare in multiple ways, with significant changes to Medicaid, Medicare payments, and how states implement healthcare policy. In this special episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered, Dr. Brian Schmutzler and Vahid Sadrzadeh weigh the good and the bad of this new bill. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid are joined in studio by Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Adam Cien, to discuss the latest advancements in Orthopedics and each of their bold predictions for the rest of 2025! Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: h...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid discuss the pros and cons of Surgeon General nominee Dr. Casey Means. Is she fit for the job? What makes her background a good choice for leading the healthcare system in the United States? PLUS! The UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down - what does this mean for the industry moving forward? Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid are joined by Dr. Zain Hassan, an Anesthesiologist and friend of the show. The HUGE topic on everyone's mind? How will AI impact the medical community in 2025! What you need to be aware of and what steps have been taken to improve the healthcare industry. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://ww...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid take a deeper dive into the opioid epidemic. Where did it start? Who's to blame? And why is the United States the leader in this epidemic? Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid talk about a new drug that has surfaced in the medical industry that could be a breakthrough in how doctors treat pain. Could this be a game-changer and change the way physicians administer opioids? Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook....

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid discuss real-time problems facing the healthcare industry! Why Doctors DON"T make enough money, the REAL reason healthcare IS expensive, investigate healthcare companies and hold them accountable -- and implement liscensing for healthcare admins. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrian...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid take a closer look at an amniotic fluid embolism. What causes this sudden and often fatal obstetric emergency where amniotic fluid and fetal debris enter the mother's bloodstream. As was the case for 33-year-old Nursing Influencer, Hailey Okula, who passed away tragically after giving birth. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages ...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid discuss The Affordable Care Act (ACA) - AKA Obamacare and what's happened to medicine in the 15 years since the law was enacted. Have a question for Dr. Brian Schmutzler? Submit them to any of the social media pages below or on his website at https://www.drbrianschmutzler.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drbrianschmutzler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianschmu...

Send us a text In this episode of Going Under: Anesthesia Answered with Dr. Brian Schmutzler, Brian and Vahid are joined by Dr. Davinder Ramsingh, Vice President, Clinical Research and Development with Butterfly Network, Inc. Dr. Ramsingh has been one of the key players in making the Butterfly IQ3 one of the most sought after POCUS devices in the world. The three discuss not only the advances with the Butterfly IQ3, but also how AI is reshaping medicine and our world. Dr. Davinder Ramsi...