An Analysis of Successful Features of Anesthesiology Journal Clubs.

Background: No studies have examined how journal clubs (JCs) are implemented in anesthesiology residency training programs. The goal of the study was to close this gap by (1) examining the format, content, and goals of JCs; (2) identifying features associated with higher resident attendance and JC success; and (3) examining program directors' perspectives on JCs.

Methods: A 41-question survey was sent to anesthesiology program directors.

Discharge against Medical Advice in Surgical Patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Report Series Illustrating Unique Challenges.

Discharge against medical advice (DAMA) can have detrimental effects on patient outcomes. Recently, the diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been linked with DAMA in the setting. However, PTSD as a risk factor for DAMA in patients has not received much consideration, although such patients may be at risk for triggering or amplification of PTSD symptoms perioperatively.

[Development of the Saxon Health Target "Active aging - aging in health, autonomy, and participation"].

In Saxony, the consequences of demographic aging are observable already today. To manage the implications on the health sector, the Saxon Health Targets Steering Committee decided in March 2008 to develop a health target "Active Aging - Aging in Health, Autonomy, and Participation". Target development was based on a 7-level approach (fields of action, main goals, target areas, targets, strategies, intervention measures, indicators for evaluation).