Today’s inane image of the day:
I am frequently asked by medical students whether the specialty of anesthesiology will have a future. I am asked if CRNAs/AAs will take all of our jobs. I am asked if robots or artificial intelligence will replace us. I am asked if the job market is saturated [thus pushing salaries down]. While I do not have a crystal ball, I *do* have a lot of opinions on this topic.
In this video, I cover my thoughts on these 3 statements:
□ CRNAs/AAs will replace anesthesiologists.
□ AI/machines will replace anesthesiologists.
□ Salaries/demand for anesthesiologists are decreasing.
If you’re wondering if you should pursue the field of anesthesiology, make sure to watch my video!
Referenced in the video:
➣ Commentary on the Sedasys automatic propofol machine: https://journals.lww.com/anesthesia-analgesia/fulltext/2017/02000/failure_of_sedasys__destiny_or_poor_design_.43.aspx
➣ Medscape 2019 Physician Salaries: https://www.medscape.com/slideshow/2019-compensation-overview-6011286
➣ Medscape 2020 Physician Salaries: https://www.medscape.com/slideshow/2020-compensation-overview-6012684
➣ Medscape 2021 Physician Salaries: https://www.medscape.com/slideshow/2021-compensation-overview-6013761