Samantha Black
@anaesthetistsb.bsky.social
Paeds & Periop Anaesthetist, Patient Information Lead @rcoanews.bsky.social, periop committee APAGBI @apagbi.org.uk, Anaes Lead South Thames Paeds Network, #Shareddecisionmaking #Hypnosis, mum x2/wife x1/mountains/snow
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Improving consent and patient education in the obstetric population
Here is a new patient infographic - it presents risk using simple, unambiguous language & numerical risk displayed in a way that patients understand, plus graphical representations.
#AnSky #ObSky #MedSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
Here is a new patient infographic - it presents risk using simple, unambiguous language & numerical risk displayed in a way that patients understand, plus graphical representations.
#AnSky #ObSky #MedSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
My wonderful residents Tom and George @georgeclews.bsky.social
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Overseas-trained doctors leaving the UK in record numbers.
Direct result of racism and insecurity unleashed by major political parties.
Not enough home trained doctors. Takes years and high debt to become a doctor.
A healthcare crisis in the making.
Direct result of racism and insecurity unleashed by major political parties.
Not enough home trained doctors. Takes years and high debt to become a doctor.
A healthcare crisis in the making.
Overseas-trained doctors leaving the UK in record numbers
Medical bodies warn that hostility towards migrants is behind a 26% rise in departures last year that imperils NHS
www.theguardian.com
November 22, 2025 at 8:04 AM
Overseas-trained doctors leaving the UK in record numbers.
Direct result of racism and insecurity unleashed by major political parties.
Not enough home trained doctors. Takes years and high debt to become a doctor.
A healthcare crisis in the making.
Direct result of racism and insecurity unleashed by major political parties.
Not enough home trained doctors. Takes years and high debt to become a doctor.
A healthcare crisis in the making.
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Just voted for @anaesthetistsb.bsky.social for @rcoanews.bsky.social council!
Check your email inbox/spam/junk for your link to vote!
Check your email inbox/spam/junk for your link to vote!
November 19, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Just voted for @anaesthetistsb.bsky.social for @rcoanews.bsky.social council!
Check your email inbox/spam/junk for your link to vote!
Check your email inbox/spam/junk for your link to vote!
Great work by our PPI fellow- Maya 💪🏾
Our latest #AnaesthesiaOnAir podcast explores AI tools & patient information 🎧
Hosted by Samantha Black, in conversation with Patient Voices Chair, Jenny Westaway & Dr Maya Sussman🎙️
Listen here as they discuss the risks & opportunities AI presents 👉 https://ow.ly/jTb850XqOzr
#Ansky #Medsky
Hosted by Samantha Black, in conversation with Patient Voices Chair, Jenny Westaway & Dr Maya Sussman🎙️
Listen here as they discuss the risks & opportunities AI presents 👉 https://ow.ly/jTb850XqOzr
#Ansky #Medsky
November 14, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Great work by our PPI fellow- Maya 💪🏾
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I’ve known Samantha Black (@anaesthetistsb.bsky.social) for over a decade. She is standing for election to Council & will do a great job for all anaesthetists; she gets my vote. Please consider a vote for her when your email arrives. Her candidate statement is here:
www.rcoa.ac.uk/about-us/how...
www.rcoa.ac.uk/about-us/how...
RCoA Elections and Appointments
General information on the College's election to Council processes, as well as the most recent results from the College and Devolved Nations elections.
www.rcoa.ac.uk
November 13, 2025 at 4:10 PM
I’ve known Samantha Black (@anaesthetistsb.bsky.social) for over a decade. She is standing for election to Council & will do a great job for all anaesthetists; she gets my vote. Please consider a vote for her when your email arrives. Her candidate statement is here:
www.rcoa.ac.uk/about-us/how...
www.rcoa.ac.uk/about-us/how...
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We have submitted evidence to the government’s 10 Year Workforce Plan.
Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty.
Learn more 👉 https://ow.ly/Gj8k50Xqsse
Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty.
Learn more 👉 https://ow.ly/Gj8k50Xqsse
November 12, 2025 at 1:16 PM
We have submitted evidence to the government’s 10 Year Workforce Plan.
Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty.
Learn more 👉 https://ow.ly/Gj8k50Xqsse
Our submission emphasises the essential work of anaesthetists & the urgent need to invest in the future of the specialty.
Learn more 👉 https://ow.ly/Gj8k50Xqsse
A cloudy Kent aurora - fingers crossed for a better chance again tonight
November 12, 2025 at 10:45 AM
A cloudy Kent aurora - fingers crossed for a better chance again tonight
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Now @bsky.app has the lovely "bookmark" button (bottom right): you can save this for when you want a great podcast!
And re-post please.
@cpoc.bsky.social has stuff for everyone - patients, staff, #NHS, pathways @rcoanews.bsky.social @acumpstey.bsky.social
And re-post please.
@cpoc.bsky.social has stuff for everyone - patients, staff, #NHS, pathways @rcoanews.bsky.social @acumpstey.bsky.social
We are delighted to see the launch of the new @topmedtalk.bsky.social CPOC podcast.
Hear from @acumpstey.bsky.social with @totallytigers.bsky.social @jkdhesi.bsky.social @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social Denny Levett and Lawrence Mudford as they explore CPOC's evolution.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/34swre3c
Hear from @acumpstey.bsky.social with @totallytigers.bsky.social @jkdhesi.bsky.social @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social Denny Levett and Lawrence Mudford as they explore CPOC's evolution.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/34swre3c
November 11, 2025 at 7:47 AM
Now @bsky.app has the lovely "bookmark" button (bottom right): you can save this for when you want a great podcast!
And re-post please.
@cpoc.bsky.social has stuff for everyone - patients, staff, #NHS, pathways @rcoanews.bsky.social @acumpstey.bsky.social
And re-post please.
@cpoc.bsky.social has stuff for everyone - patients, staff, #NHS, pathways @rcoanews.bsky.social @acumpstey.bsky.social
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I'll be voting for @anaesthetistsb.bsky.social in the upcoming @rcoanews.bsky.social council elections.
Sam is a dedicated anaesthetist who wants to remove barriers for our patients and for resident, SAS and consultant anaesthetists!
Read her full statement and vote for her on November 19th!
Sam is a dedicated anaesthetist who wants to remove barriers for our patients and for resident, SAS and consultant anaesthetists!
Read her full statement and vote for her on November 19th!
RCoA Elections and Appointments
General information on the College's election to Council processes, as well as the most recent results from the College and Devolved Nations elections.
www.rcoa.ac.uk
November 11, 2025 at 6:32 PM
I'll be voting for @anaesthetistsb.bsky.social in the upcoming @rcoanews.bsky.social council elections.
Sam is a dedicated anaesthetist who wants to remove barriers for our patients and for resident, SAS and consultant anaesthetists!
Read her full statement and vote for her on November 19th!
Sam is a dedicated anaesthetist who wants to remove barriers for our patients and for resident, SAS and consultant anaesthetists!
Read her full statement and vote for her on November 19th!
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When Chief Nursing Officer Evonne Hunt raised concerns about racism at her trust, they suspended her rather than taking action.
After a two-year process, we have worked with Evonne to successfully secure her reinstatement.
We will always support members challenging discrimination.
After a two-year process, we have worked with Evonne to successfully secure her reinstatement.
We will always support members challenging discrimination.
RCN wins landmark case: chief nurse reinstated after racism concerns ignored | News | Royal College of Nursing
The case exposed systemic failures in tackling race discrimination and highlights the vital role of RCN advocacy in challenging injustice
www.rcn.org.uk
November 7, 2025 at 3:15 PM
When Chief Nursing Officer Evonne Hunt raised concerns about racism at her trust, they suspended her rather than taking action.
After a two-year process, we have worked with Evonne to successfully secure her reinstatement.
We will always support members challenging discrimination.
After a two-year process, we have worked with Evonne to successfully secure her reinstatement.
We will always support members challenging discrimination.
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2025 DAS guidelines for the management of unanticipated difficult airway published today in the British Journal of Anaesthesia. #airway #difficultairway #intubation #anaesthesia #anesthesia
https://www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S0007-0912(25)00693-2/fulltext
https://www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S0007-0912(25)00693-2/fulltext
November 7, 2025 at 2:15 PM
2025 DAS guidelines for the management of unanticipated difficult airway published today in the British Journal of Anaesthesia. #airway #difficultairway #intubation #anaesthesia #anesthesia
https://www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S0007-0912(25)00693-2/fulltext
https://www.bjanaesthesia.org/article/S0007-0912(25)00693-2/fulltext
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📢 Key interim findings from our 2025 Census are out today 🧵
➡️ 89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists.
➡️ 43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis.
Thread 1/4 👇
➡️ 89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists.
➡️ 43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis.
Thread 1/4 👇
October 30, 2025 at 10:59 AM
📢 Key interim findings from our 2025 Census are out today 🧵
➡️ 89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists.
➡️ 43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis.
Thread 1/4 👇
➡️ 89% of clinical leaders report that elective surgery is being delayed because of a lack of anaesthetists.
➡️ 43% say this happens on a daily or weekly basis.
Thread 1/4 👇
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💬 Editorial: While capillary refill time shows promise for early #SepticShock management, integrating it into broader, multimodal resuscitation strategies remains key to improving outcomes.
#LIVES2025 @esicm.bsky.social
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#LIVES2025 @esicm.bsky.social
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October 29, 2025 at 1:40 PM
💬 Editorial: While capillary refill time shows promise for early #SepticShock management, integrating it into broader, multimodal resuscitation strategies remains key to improving outcomes.
#LIVES2025 @esicm.bsky.social
ja.ma/4hAs5u7
#LIVES2025 @esicm.bsky.social
ja.ma/4hAs5u7
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Major trauma is shifting. 🚑 The “typical” patient is now in their 60s, often with frailty & comorbidities. How should anaesthetists adapt to this new reality of silver trauma? Read more in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma in the elderly: unique challenges and considerations
In England there are around 60 cases of major trauma (Injury Severity Score (ISS) > 15) daily.1 Trauma continues to be the leading cause of death in children and adults aged <40 years and has…
www.bjaed.org
October 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Major trauma is shifting. 🚑 The “typical” patient is now in their 60s, often with frailty & comorbidities. How should anaesthetists adapt to this new reality of silver trauma? Read more in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
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Wes Streeting has put junior doctors on notice that taxpayers’ cash will not fund more training posts if they continue to strike, in interview with Sunday Times
READ: www.thetimes.com/article/afbe...
READ: www.thetimes.com/article/afbe...
Junior doctor strikes will mean fewer jobs, Wes Streeting warns
The health secretary says walkouts from November 14 could force him to scale back plans for more specialist training posts
www.thetimes.com
October 26, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Wes Streeting has put junior doctors on notice that taxpayers’ cash will not fund more training posts if they continue to strike, in interview with Sunday Times
READ: www.thetimes.com/article/afbe...
READ: www.thetimes.com/article/afbe...
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The 2025 European Resuscitation Council Guidelines have been released
All 11 plus the executive summary included below
CCR Journal Watch
https://criticalcarereviews.com/latest-evidence/journal-watch
All 11 plus the executive summary included below
CCR Journal Watch
https://criticalcarereviews.com/latest-evidence/journal-watch
October 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The 2025 European Resuscitation Council Guidelines have been released
All 11 plus the executive summary included below
CCR Journal Watch
https://criticalcarereviews.com/latest-evidence/journal-watch
All 11 plus the executive summary included below
CCR Journal Watch
https://criticalcarereviews.com/latest-evidence/journal-watch
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🎤 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT – APAGBI Link-Network 2025
Join us for an inspiring day of innovation & collaboration!
🩺 Dr Jonathan Smith – Lessons from NAP7
🩺 Dr Ravi Thevasagayam & 🩺 Dr Simon Courtman – Daycase Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy
Register Now (see link in comments)
#APAGBI #PaediatricAnaesthesia
Join us for an inspiring day of innovation & collaboration!
🩺 Dr Jonathan Smith – Lessons from NAP7
🩺 Dr Ravi Thevasagayam & 🩺 Dr Simon Courtman – Daycase Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy
Register Now (see link in comments)
#APAGBI #PaediatricAnaesthesia
October 20, 2025 at 6:58 AM
🎤 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT – APAGBI Link-Network 2025
Join us for an inspiring day of innovation & collaboration!
🩺 Dr Jonathan Smith – Lessons from NAP7
🩺 Dr Ravi Thevasagayam & 🩺 Dr Simon Courtman – Daycase Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy
Register Now (see link in comments)
#APAGBI #PaediatricAnaesthesia
Join us for an inspiring day of innovation & collaboration!
🩺 Dr Jonathan Smith – Lessons from NAP7
🩺 Dr Ravi Thevasagayam & 🩺 Dr Simon Courtman – Daycase Paediatric Adenotonsillectomy
Register Now (see link in comments)
#APAGBI #PaediatricAnaesthesia
Happy world anaesthesia day @rcoanews.bsky.social @apagbi.org.uk
October 16, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Happy world anaesthesia day @rcoanews.bsky.social @apagbi.org.uk
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Patient education as the bridge to meaningful consent in anaesthesia
"Materials that classify risks by category with brief illustrative examples, supported by simple numerical explanations, can give patients a clearer framework for discussion."
#AnSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
"Materials that classify risks by category with brief illustrative examples, supported by simple numerical explanations, can give patients a clearer framework for discussion."
#AnSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
doi.org
October 9, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Patient education as the bridge to meaningful consent in anaesthesia
"Materials that classify risks by category with brief illustrative examples, supported by simple numerical explanations, can give patients a clearer framework for discussion."
#AnSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
"Materials that classify risks by category with brief illustrative examples, supported by simple numerical explanations, can give patients a clearer framework for discussion."
#AnSky
doi.org/10.1111/anae...
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The tenth NELA report is now live!
📉This report shows the lowest 30-day mortality rate since auditing began, down to 8.1%.
🔎While we celebrate this achievement, the report shows areas that still need improvement.
Read the full report for more: ow.ly/PijH50X96ox
@rcoa-cri.bsky.social
📉This report shows the lowest 30-day mortality rate since auditing began, down to 8.1%.
🔎While we celebrate this achievement, the report shows areas that still need improvement.
Read the full report for more: ow.ly/PijH50X96ox
@rcoa-cri.bsky.social
October 9, 2025 at 1:25 PM
The tenth NELA report is now live!
📉This report shows the lowest 30-day mortality rate since auditing began, down to 8.1%.
🔎While we celebrate this achievement, the report shows areas that still need improvement.
Read the full report for more: ow.ly/PijH50X96ox
@rcoa-cri.bsky.social
📉This report shows the lowest 30-day mortality rate since auditing began, down to 8.1%.
🔎While we celebrate this achievement, the report shows areas that still need improvement.
Read the full report for more: ow.ly/PijH50X96ox
@rcoa-cri.bsky.social
Can’t wait to catch up with friends @apagbi.org.uk @rcoanews.bsky.social and talk about the collaborations between the APA and the royal college of anaesthetists. Hope many of you can attend - see you there!
October 8, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Can’t wait to catch up with friends @apagbi.org.uk @rcoanews.bsky.social and talk about the collaborations between the APA and the royal college of anaesthetists. Hope many of you can attend - see you there!
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Are you using our new infographics to support informed pain relief choices?
👨⚕️Co-produced with patients & midwives
🧠 Support shared decision-making
Epidurals: https://ow.ly/qXvA50X4OnH
Spinal anaesthetics: https://ow.ly/aMAH50X4Opu
Regional anaesthesia: https://ow.ly/a5Ee50X4Olf
#Medsky
👨⚕️Co-produced with patients & midwives
🧠 Support shared decision-making
Epidurals: https://ow.ly/qXvA50X4OnH
Spinal anaesthetics: https://ow.ly/aMAH50X4Opu
Regional anaesthesia: https://ow.ly/a5Ee50X4Olf
#Medsky
October 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Are you using our new infographics to support informed pain relief choices?
👨⚕️Co-produced with patients & midwives
🧠 Support shared decision-making
Epidurals: https://ow.ly/qXvA50X4OnH
Spinal anaesthetics: https://ow.ly/aMAH50X4Opu
Regional anaesthesia: https://ow.ly/a5Ee50X4Olf
#Medsky
👨⚕️Co-produced with patients & midwives
🧠 Support shared decision-making
Epidurals: https://ow.ly/qXvA50X4OnH
Spinal anaesthetics: https://ow.ly/aMAH50X4Opu
Regional anaesthesia: https://ow.ly/a5Ee50X4Olf
#Medsky
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It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
October 6, 2025 at 9:42 AM
It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.
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Read the latest Perioperative Quality Initiative statement on goal-directed haemodynamic therapy here, including when #GDHT may be beneficial
Perioperative Quality Initiative consensus statement on goal-directed haemodynamic therapy
Perioperative goal-directed haemodynamic therapy (GDHT) includes a variety of protocolised approaches to the assessment and management of the circulatory system and blood flow for patients undergoing…
www.bjanaesthesia.org.uk
October 3, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Read the latest Perioperative Quality Initiative statement on goal-directed haemodynamic therapy here, including when #GDHT may be beneficial
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What are the risks and side effects of spinal anaesthesia during childbirth?
Our new infographics provide accessible information.
SWIPE for insights➡️
@oaa-anaes.bsky.social
#AnSky #Medsky
Our new infographics provide accessible information.
SWIPE for insights➡️
@oaa-anaes.bsky.social
#AnSky #Medsky
October 2, 2025 at 10:57 AM
What are the risks and side effects of spinal anaesthesia during childbirth?
Our new infographics provide accessible information.
SWIPE for insights➡️
@oaa-anaes.bsky.social
#AnSky #Medsky
Our new infographics provide accessible information.
SWIPE for insights➡️
@oaa-anaes.bsky.social
#AnSky #Medsky