Watch Dr. Theresa Bowling, MD to explore Erector Spinae Plane (ESP) blocks for post-op pain management after spinal fusion surgery. Learn about their role in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol for spinal fusion surgery, developed at Dr. Bowling's institution, and the subsequent research that shows a decrease in opioid use.
Learn more about
- ESP blocks in ERAS Protocol for spinal fusion surgery
- The critical role that ESP blocks play in ERAS protocols for spine surgery
- The use of ESP blocks for posterior cervical and lumbar spinal fusions
- How to utilize ESP blocks as part of a multi-modal pain management program to decrease the need for perioperative opioids
Remote video URL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrUdy8b2yig
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Presenter:
Theresa Bowling, MD
Job title: Director of Anesthesia, Connecticut Orthopedic Institute and Ayer Spine Institute Co-Director, Regional Anesthesia & Acute Pain Management Fellowship IAA Fairfield St. Vincent’s Medical Center
Dr. Bowling is the Director of Regional Anesthesia for the Integrated Anesthesia Associates and an Assistant Professor at Quinnipiac University, Frank H. Netter School of Medicine. She is also a board member of the Connecticut Quality Surgical Collaboration where she serves on the ERAS Task Force Committee for Connecticut.