Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
Dive into a world of insightful and engaging content with the California Society of Anesthesiologists' podcast, Vital Times! Tune in every second Tuesday of the month with your hosts Ludwig Lin, MD, and Rita Agarwal, MD, FAAP, FASA, to explore a variety of topics that are not only educational and experiential but also inspirational and entertaining. Whether you're looking to stay informed on the latest in anesthesia, learn from experts in the field, or simply enjoy some captivating stories, Vital Times is your go-to source. Join our community of listeners and enrich your knowledge and experience with every episode!
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Podcasting since 2022 • 47 episodes
Vital Times: The CSA Podcast
Latest Episodes
Examining the Role of Intraoperative EEG Monitoring in Postoperative Delirium
This episode of Vital Times features a conversation with clinician-scientists Dr. Jamie Sleigh and Dr. Elizabeth Whitlock, whose work focuses on delirium and perioperative brain health. They explore the emerging role of intraoperative processed...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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Helping Mothers and Babies Thrive: How to Improve Maternal Mortality
Today’s episode features a truly special conversation with Dr. Diana Ramos, California Surgeon General, and Dr. Calvin Johnson, Professor of Anesthesiology—both dedicated advocates for improving maternal health.Dr. Ramos is...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:16
Who Gets to Be Called ‘Doctor’? Inside California’s Defining Ruling
Welcome to another episode of the CSA’s Podcast Vital Times In September 2025, a landmark ruling by a California judge stated that nonphysicians could not use the term “Doctor” in a clinical setting. This was a ruling in response to...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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52:47
Dr. J.W. Beard: Turning Clinical Insight into Industry Impact
Dr. J.W. Beard, a UCSF-trained anesthesiologist and Chief Medical Officer of GE Healthcare’s Patient Care Solutions division, joins the Vital Times podcast to discuss his remarkable career journey. As a member of the Board of the Anest...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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