Anesthesiologist REACTS: DRUNK Anesthesiologist | Grey's Anatomy S1E7

Let's talk about the drunk anesthesiologist....and physician impairment in general. What to do, who to talk to, when to bring it up... and which specialties are statistically more likely to abuse drugs/alcohol? Learn it all in this episode!
M E N T I O N E D :
↠ Current Psychiatry article www.mdedge.com...
↠ Physician Impairment by Substance Abuse. www.ncbi.nlm.n...
↠ "Dealing with the Impaired Physician" AFP. www.aafp.org/a...
↠ AMA Journal of Ethics. "Identifying an Impaired Physician" journalofethic...
W E A R I N G :
↠ FIGS Lab coat
↠ My initial necklace bit.ly/2Md3cs2
↠ Apple Watch band amzn.to/360OdYR
↠ My dangly gold earrings bit.ly/2Y8jJVb
↠ Initial necklace: bit.ly/2Md3cs2
↠ My bracelets are by Cartier, other necklace is by VCA
↠ My earrings in today's video:
↠ 2nd piercing bit.ly/2P8SJgS (huggies)
↠ ear cuff bit.ly/37VVuux
↠ ear cuff bit.ly/2DFB1we
↠ ear cuff bit.ly/34TqQAl
↠ ear cuff bit.ly/33Fs8xm
↠ dangly main piercing hoops bit.ly/2PerAJv
T E C H I U S E :
↠ Vlogging Camera bit.ly/2QZbaGT
↠ Other Vlogging Camera bit.ly/2R1lJcs
↠ Lens bit.ly/35Zld39
↠ Computer for editing bit.ly/2YowuYy
↠ Transcription service www.rev.com/bl...
↠ Ember Travel Mug in my videos bit.ly/2rumBJr
↠ Nespresso Coffee Machine bit.ly/2Rp2KGG
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ANESTHESIOLOGIST ⤵︎
• A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A...
ANESTHESIOLOGIST REACTS ⤵︎
• ANESTHESIOLOGIST REACTS!
CAR VIDEOS ⤵︎
• Video
VLOGS ⤵︎
• Video
KRISTMAS 2019 ⤵︎
• KRISTMAS 2019!
MEDICINE & SCIENCE ⤵︎
• Video
MOTHERHOOD ⤵︎
• THE BIGGEST NEWS OF OU...
Get more views on your videos: www.rev.com/bl...
Share when you're watching by tagging me in INSTAGRAM STORIES and I will repost!
↠ @kristinabraly
/ kristinabraly
PURCHASE MY PRESETS ⤵︎
sellfy.com/kbp...
TESLA REFERRAL PROGRAM
Use my referral to receive 1,000 free Supercharging miles with the purchase and delivery of a new Tesla car ts.la/kristina... (you don't have to use my code, just make sure you use one! don't turn down free supercharger miles!)
----------------------------------------
This video is not sponsored. Some links may be affiliate links.
---------------------------------------- #doctorreacts #anesthesiologistreacts

[@zachr2376]

I applaud your courage for giving this very real issue of physician impairment exposure. I found this video to be extremely well done. You lead with your best foot forward even if the subject matter is at times uncomfortable and physicians like you are what help inspire a new generation of physicians such as myself. Thank you for doing your level best to ensure patient safety and a positive outcome for all.

[@catys.m9108]

hey, just wondering, have you watched greys anatomy before this video?

[@lesliecrunk1]

@@catys.m9108 she said in another video that she watched the first couple of seasons

[@shortyd999]

For your Anesthesiologist reacts series, I would love for you to do one on Chicago Meds season 8 episode 17. I would like your medical opinion on the hospital and doctors using OR 2.0 and a patient with a very rare spine condition. I hope you see this and please seriously consider it!

[@EminusSleepus]

This is so cringe

[@mollybolton8425]

Doctors shouldn't drink before surgery. Instead, a bar should be provided in the OR so that they can imbibe during the procedure to help stay calm

[@torfinnzempel6123]

To be fair to George, he did try to discreetly bring this up to Dr. Sheppard first, he asked Dr. Sheppard if he could smell the alcohol, but Dr. Sheppard shut him down, and that forced the more direct confrontation.

[@abbymarievlogs]

Shepherd*

[@tedsavage3850]

All he said was do you smell? Smell what poop 😂 he should have specified

[@ameliarose47]

​@@tedsavage3850i mean he was literally right next to the guy he was talking about tho. He was hoping that Shep also noticed

[@ngahuiroimatanutira-langda4153]

George needed to report when he smelt it initially. Then instead of saying can you smell something or make a judgement you state facts and observations not your conclusion which is not yet got any conclusive evidence. Just a straight observation and facts then leave it to the person you informed.

[@MagicallyMacKenzie]

Season 4 episode 6 when the patient is allergic to all types of anesthesia please! I love these videos so much 😭💜

[@arshaddahlan]

Yes please!

[@amybarrett3051]

Yes! Great idea!

[@CyNSomosmasquedos]

Kenzie Virgo yaass! I remember that episode

[@emmetthesubwaybosswhorunso1319]

She did it months ago

[@AdamantErinyes]

I would actually really appreciate this, because that particular episode completely screwed up depicting malignant hyperthermia, which is something I have. It's not ALL anesthesia, it's just MOST anesthesia. There are certain types that we know won't trigger it, so while it's definitely dangerous, I can still get operations using the appropriate anesthesia. People actually got so mad about that episode that they had to have another several seasons later showing a more accurate case.

[@cvijet22]

Prior chemically dependant nurse here 🙋🏻‍♀️ I never used at work but it definitely affected my work and I was suspended for 6 months. By the time all of ducks were in a row (treatment, working with the nursing board, etc) I was off for 13 months. I'm now back at work and gradually easing my way back into the emergency department (where I work and love!). Sober for 473 days and counting!!! Thanks for approaching this subject with tact and giving it attention.

[@mairem6587]

Good luck in the future! I wish you all the best and strenght in the tough times.

[@cvijet22]

@@mairem6587 thank you!!

[@bbnaturalcurl]

No idea who you are but I'm very proud of you just for fighting your addiction and staying sober! I'm a new nurse and it just hit me like yesterday how easy it would be for a healthcare professional to get their hands on drugs, so the fact that you are keeping your integrity while also battling an addiction especially with the temptation I extra commend you. You got this!!!

[@deeanna8448]

Congratulations on your sobriety, and your hard work getting back into your profession. Good luck!

[@cvijet22]

Thank you guys so much!! I am lucky that my coworkers are all so supportive. It makes a huge difference. Probably would have quit nursing if it wasn't for them!

[@Oncampus2k]

“He’s so good with kids. What can he NOT do?” - - Survive a car crash?

[@kristinabraly]

Oncampus2k He survived that. He just didn’t survive an 18 wheeler

[@Oncampus2k]

Kristina Braly I guess what he technically didn’t survive was a county hospital. 🤔

[@Oncampus2k]

Kristina Braly love your channel, BTW. Thank you for the glimpse into your life, and thank you for the work you do helping people. Keep on keepin’ on! ❤️

[@kristinabraly]

@@Oncampus2k ohhhh you're right touché

[@anahitashojaei1453]

no..no..why??

[@taylorrosepole]

It baffles me as to why people think of anesthesiologists this way. I shadowed a cardiothoracic surgeon for a week a few years ago, and the anesthesiologist was the most engaged person in the operating room (besides the surgeons performing the heart surgery of course). There were so many different tubes, screens, numbers, etc. that he had to pay attention to. He was great - not only did he do all of that but he managed to explain everything to us while he was doing it. Much respect.

[@AshleyNicole-ct7gh]

Every time I need surgery which hasn’t been a lot thankfully. The anesthesiologist was my favorite person in the room. I always felt so comfortable and they would make me laugh right before I went under.

[@Makberries]

I’m one of the people who had a fear of going under anesthesia because I thought something would go wrong and I wouldn’t wake up, the morning of my surgery everyone was relatively nice considering I am an adult and aware enough they didn’t feel the need to be overly chipper or anything. But when the Anesthesiologist came in he lit up the room! He was the one who managed to make me feel the most calm before my surgery. When he left after briefly meeting with me and explaining my fear away, I was left WISHING he could’ve been my surgeon instead

[@gdaymates431]

I did a theatre technician course and did 2 weeks in the operating rooms and the anaesthesiology staff were great at the start and the end but when the surgery was happening they sat on their phones the entire time. Once a patient actually woke up for a second, mid surgery and coughed...he missed the signals because he was texting. They were all very friendly though lol.

[@klatskyn]

The thing with anaesthetics is that once you're in the groove of things, it's certainly often the case that you're mostly sitting around and keeping the status quo, which means there definitely is room for crosswords and such. I got a lot of reading done during my anaesthetics rotation. But, you always have to remain aware of what's happening, and in anaesthetics, when things go wrong, they go very very wrong very very quickly, and anaesthetists have to be on their toes and ready to respond to these situations at the drop of a hat. So, just because they do often need to find something to do while sitting through a long procedure, that certainly does not mean that they are not fully engaged with what is going on. It's probably one of the more stressful fields in my opinion, despite its impression of being quite relaxed.

[@paytonslife2024]

The part when she says “ahh he’s so good with kids, what can’t he do!!” That is literally my favorite scene of all greys anatomy! I aspire to be like that as a human and possibly a doctor in the future. Ahhhhhh!!! I love it so much!!!!

[@SC-hi6tp]

It's interesting how people always make that comment when men are good with kids but when females are good, no one compliments them, its as if they're supposed to be good with kids but it's somehow special when a guy is. Just food for thought.

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

Some kids bite and scream. This is a TV-series, for goodnes's sake!

[@Original_Tenshi_Chan]

Good luck and don't let anyone stand in your way! (well, except the licensing board. If they say No, then it's probably a good idea to hold off on practicing medicine until they say Yes.)

[@marissaford3670]

I know this is kind of late, but I just wanted to bring something up that might be helpful (for anyone who reads this) relating to patient privacy. A couple years ago when I was living at home still (as a minor, but 17 almost 18 nonetheless), I visited the doctor quite often for a chronic medical condition. During this time though, I was dealing with depression/anxiety relating to this and family issues (helicopter parent demanding perfect grades and obsessing over food allergies, etc.) My mom would come into the room with me for every single appointment. I had no choice in the matter, if I wanted to have it paid for she had to be there and talk with the doctor. I used to have a doctor that would ask if I am ok with having my mom in the room. One time, literally ONE I asked if she could leave. She did, but after I got out and we were in the car she was screaming at me. She accused me of hiding things from her and being on drugs/pregnant. Her argument was that nothing should be hidden from a parent, and if I didn’t want her in the room I was obviously doing something wrong. We got home and she took my phone, looked through it and my room. Later, I had a PCP that would tell my mom that it was protocol to have a one on one discussion with the patient (without asking!) and that she would need to leave the room. I wish that more PCPs and other healthcare providers would do this. I understand where you are coming from, and I am aware that timing is an issue (among other things). But if this is something that could be implemented more often, that would be very helpful for some people.

[@violetskies14]

I'm chronically ill too but I have always preferred having my mum in the room because I have had bad experiences with doctors and having her there makes me feel safer but I agree that that would be a good thing for doctor to do so long as if their patient said actually I'm more comfortable with (person who came with them) here they didn't insist on the other person leaving. As an adult I've found a good GP who I am comfortable being alone with but for specialist and chronic pain related appointments I always want my mum or another family member there.

[@kendrastrange18]

I was thinking about this. I have an overbearing mother and was with an abusive man, saying no to them could make stuff worse, so it is nice when a dr finesses the situation where you don't have to face that choice getting punished.

[@myaschuwerk1693]

When I was pregnant my midwife did this as well, and I really appreciated it. It should be standard to always have everyone but the patient leave.

[@sarahgillies7162]

100 times this, if a child is being abused, they may not feel safe asking their guardian to step out

[@fantasticfaith1106]

We’ve literally had the exact same experiences

[@kamreneacallis3861]

If I were a doctor I would just ask the people to leave the room. Then I would ask the patient if they want them in there. You don’t know how hard it is to say step outside to your parents because then they’d get mad at you for saying yes. Just ask them to leave.

[@elleharrop1526]

Kam'renea Valentine I agree. People tend to think you’re hiding something if you want them to leave which makes it hard for patients to say they want privacy. Then doctors may miss things because the patient doesn’t want their family/friends present, but is too scared to say so. Then omit important details because they didn’t want their family to hear. Unfortunately, I work in the hospital and so many times when the family has left the patient asks if I can “just let the doctor know....”

[@emimonsterlicious]

Also could be an abusive relationship.

[@jexikavindictive]

I agree as well

[@kirstenornelas881]

@@emimonsterlicious i was never able to admit to the abuse by my ex because he was there and making sure to create an environment of fear where I made excuses that even the medical staff knew was crap but because it was not at any moment possible to risk further abuse by letting anyone know. Thankfully I was able to leave with my own life intact more importantly my with full custody of my children but he deff tried to get me back , stalked us, actuality assaulted me once after I left but I been free of his abuse and alcoholism for 11 years now.

[@elizabethshaw7472]

I think part of the reason why they ask the patient if they want their loved ones to leave, rather than just asking them to leave, is in case the patient actually does want the loved ones to stay with them. Simply if you simply order them to leave, but the patient wants them to stay, they might not have the courage to speak up, so asking first gives them an opportunity to actually make that choice.

[@oliverrrrr]

Major Grey’s flashback ;-; Meredith was just a baby

[@kkdarling9018]

oliver And Derek was alive...

[@averybrooks8537]

KokoDarling TOO SOON

[@lillyspilane9235]

IKKK i miss this we have gone through so much

[@that1hispanickid910]

@@kkdarling9018 wait... DEREK DIES.

[@sydkne]

KokoDarling Derek dying isn’t canon 💅

[@commentsiguess1263]

Anesthesiologist expectation: *sleeping and drinking on the job* Okay, you got the good stuff. Don't die. Anesthesiologist reality: no no no please do not crash or regain consciousness PLEASE DO NOT CRASH OR REGAIN CONSCIOUSNESS *watches vitals like a hawk*

[@lschat2]

I’m glad you brought up the stigma of anesthesiologists being on their phones, doing crosswords or sudoku’s because that’s all I’ve actually witnessed in the surgeries I’ve observed. It’s nice to know that’s not the norm. They definitely did other things, but the majority of the time, they were on their phones or doing a sudoku.

[@7777bren]

Cannot imagine where you work..Not the good ones

[@hypermice]

React to Good Doctor Season 3 Episode 11: Fractured. A lady refuses all anesthesia for a major leg surgery so they do it while she can feel everything and is awake. Its CRAZY and I would love to see a professional comment on if it would be possible/probable and if there were alternatives in her case.

[@slideshowgurl]

That reminds me of a Scrubs episode where a woman got an appendectomy under hypnosis! That would be a cool one to review as well.

[@Original_Tenshi_Chan]

Given that it's her leg, I imagine they could do a nerve block. You don't have to be under for that, but it is still a form of anesthesia.

[@commentsiguess1263]

Morbid curiosity gone too far?

[@leeann4380]

Or Greys Anatomy the episode Harper Avery comes in and needs surgery and tells them not to put him under so he can watch his own surgery!

[@snehavankineni3213]

LeeAnn P omg yes I’m rewatching greys and just watched that one!

[@_Hazel_0.0]

Thank you for explaining that addiction isn't a choice. I went from food to working out, to opiates. I didn't know I had an addictive personality until I was a heroin user. I am clean and happy but it is a life long struggle. Yes, I chose to do the drug but my personality made me seek that good feeling. Addiction is a real problem and those we get clean are amazing and it's HARD to do. It changes your brain function. You've gained a new subscriber!

[@taylorrosepole]

I didn’t know how much I loved “this kind of doctor reacts” videos until this quarantine lol. This is one of my new favorite channels! I love seeing strong women in the medical field. Makes my heart happy :)

[@barbaracohen541]

I was a counselor in the court system. A friend of mine, a Ph D level counselor became a late stage alcoholic. I tried to do a personal intervention to get him into treatment. He refused. It left me no choice other than to report him to the state licensure board. He ultimately couldn’t maintain sobriety even after later treatment and committed suicide at 62.

[@theawakenedheart8783]

Barbara Cohen thank you for sharing. It takes guts. Would you kindly edit your post and provide phone numbers to helplines in case someone vulnerable is reading this. 🙏🏼

[@deeanna8448]

I'm sorry you lost your friend. I'm sure it wasn't easy to do the right thing and report him.

[@Larissa-hd5ut]

It was the right thing to do and I am sorry about your friend. Did you stay friends with him afterwards ?

[@taylorbabymadison]

I’m very sorry for your loss. It’s never easy to lose a friend especially from addiction. Addiction doesn’t discriminate and that’s why it’s so important to talk about it in a kind, empathetic manner.

[@spamaccount7347]

3:42 Seeing George makes me sad :( I miss him

[@carlyduhlesseo3199]

I really like the way you don't make addiction sound like they are bad people. I am taking a drug addiction class right now, this is a great topic to talk about. I also thought anesthesiologists were the highest according to what I've learned in my class. Love your channel, I've been binge watching. You are putting out great info!!

[@albertagrown]

I was accused of being drunk on the job, when I worked for home care!! I was at the office, doing my charting, and I had just started a new med causing me to have extreme dry mouth!! So, it sounded like I was slurring my words, cuz my tongue kept sticking. She wouldn't believe me and I was starting to literally feel rage bubbling up!! I called the RCMP, asking if they would come breathalyze me at the office, but they can't. So, I called the clinic and explained what was going on and that I needed a BAC done, IMMEDIATELY. Thank God for residents in our rural clinic, because he STAYED behind on his lunch to see me. He literally laughed at first, then when he found out it was an RN accusing me, he was pissed! He ordered my blood work, stat, to be processed immediately and the results faxed to our office. Low & behold... My BAC was .001, which the Doctor said would absolutely not impair me in any way, shape or form. He said it could be that from swallowing a bit to much mouth wash. lol The RN that accused me never even apologized to me. She just pointed at the .001 with a smirk and said, 'See. You do have alcohol in your system.' I blew up. Big time. Pretty sure I scared her. I have no regrets. lol

[@sarahjohnson9267]

THe reality is that anesthesiologists can have a lot to do with patient care for something like a c-section. During mine I talked quite a bit with mine, they told me what was happening and also before the procedure. I am so thankful to the one's that were in on my surgeries. They took care of me. Gave me a blanket for when I was shaking etc. and never stopped having something to do. Looking back, they probably watch patients in that situation carefully to make sure everything is ok.

[@sapphphynix]

I can’t imagine making it through medical school just to drop out of your residency..

[@SjofnBM1989]

Fentinyl makes you do some fucked up shit.

[@neilballantyne7077]

it happens all the time. For whatever reasons. A friend of mine was in a surgical program in Toronto. She dropped out after 18 months as the hours and the stress were too much. She is now a obstetrician, sure weird hours again. But less stress overall.

[@atomiccrouton]

Hospitality professional here. Not a doctor but we are trained on how to recognize and handle alcohol impairment in guests. Basically, the best way to handle guests that are intoxicated is in a way that best preserves their dignity so it makes sense the protocol you described.

[@charlleedodson]

I’m on S12 and they all look like Babies!! George is still alive and Izzy doesn’t have cancer and they’re all just so young!

[@9d8fb79fd8gb]

brace yourself before it turns into complete garbage

[@greatdanelegend7001]

If you're on s12, stop now. 13 is atrocious

[@brookeberry9599]

GreatDaneLegend I’ve rewatched the show twice now and I can’t stand how downhill the show went overtime. It’s still my favorite show but still

[@fleurlmao9123]

Shepherd was still alive

[@rmedsss]

Seriously? I hope you're kidding. If not, why would you spoil it for us nonchalantly. No spoiler alert🙄💔

[@kiwichlofro3733]

I absolutely love when you review greys episodes! Not only because I like greys anatomy but because I enjoy your analysis of what’s happening ! You hit on real life things that I never thought of

[@Fallen_Angel81]

Anesthesiologist: “I bet she sold a kidney”. Me: Ah yes, there’s the healthcare dark humor. 😂

[@thegracklepeck]

Ahhh George is the sweetest guy. Yes, Dr. McDreamy is well, dreamy. But I can't help loving George's innocence and kindness.

[@ikixazz23]

I love that you wore your lab coat, it’s so legit!!!

[@kristinabraly]

It's the only time I get to wear it!!! 😂

[@larryk1153]

Wait... I just realized 😂

[@angeliiis2419]

For me the anestesiologyst is the most important person in the operating room. Funny story: I had a procedure done, when I woke up I was kinda out of it. I told my anestesiologyst after she reassured me that I could talk, I have to buy you a present. She was so sweet. She said you don't have to buy me a present. I was grateful to be alive.

[@evabailey3860]

Don't worry Kristina, Ben Warren (another character) used to be an anesthesiologist and we got to learn about how important they are. He actually saved a patient during a crisis when the other doctors didn't know what to do because of the fact that he used to be an anesthesiologist.

[@joshspice]

I’ve only ever watched grey’s anatomy through your channel 😂

[@fy_tv]

If you're interested in reacting to house, here is a list of the best episodes in my opinion: S2E24: No Reason, S3E24: Human Error, S4E15/16: House's Head + Wilson's Heart, S6E22: Help me, S7E22/23: After Hours, Moving One, S8E1; E22: Holding On, Everybody Dies. Other good episodes: S1E21: Three stories, S2E17: All in, S3E28 Airborne, S4E11: Frozen, S5E19: Locked In, S6E1: Broken, Episode serie: S5E21,22,23,24,25.

[@korriekatz3646]

As a person with malignant hyperthermia, I always worry about who my Anesthesiologist is!!! I had a hernia repair yesterday and I worried more about how they are going to sedate me. I ended up with a spinal and lots of versed. Surgery was a piece of cake, but I do get the surgeon and Anesthesiologist attention. I’m sure you can relate. I love your videos Dr. Braly

[@biggestbraty]

The hardest part of working in health care (mental health intervention) for myself is nothing to do with the work but the politics between coworkers like this episode. I was also someone who panicked for a patient and piped up about something i felt was unsafe and refused to do a specific task. Unfortunately while many people agreed with my assessment, my employer felt her ego was impacted and fired me for it. But i cant imagine going back to that moment and biting my tongue and rolling the dice with another human beings safety. Its made me feel afraid to take another job like it to be honest. I feel like i wasted my education and I went back to customer service.

[@JordyJRT]

You should do a collab reaction video with MDJ, anyone know of any episodes of Greys anatomy or anything else that has a bunch of Obgyn/anaesthesiology content?

[@ixie2727]

JordyJRT omg PLEASE

[@CyNSomosmasquedos]

JordyJRT Callie’s birth!! When she was sedated after her accident and had to have an emergency C-section!

[@slstuart519]

April’s delivery of Samuel was a heartbreaking episode.

[@Fram383]

Somos más que dos but then they’ll have to sit through the musical episode and I wouldn’t wish that on anyone.

[@Cwiggle]

i would love this collab too. and prenacies are pretty much doomed on greys so any birth they could react to really!

[@somethingbanter]

I don't really like how Shepard insinuated that doctors cover for each other and don't ask questions because the way he made it sound it sounds like in this universe you can basically just do whatever you want if you are a doctor. And I hope that that's not indicative of the real world

[@alexisprimeaux2524]

I think he was addressing and older attitude in professions like healthcare, justice, etc. that used to be comprised mainly of older white men. In past eras, there often was a code of sorts that they protected one another. This is not indicative of current healthcare in my experience.

[@taylorbabymadison]

I am a secretary in ophthalmology at a rural hospital and they absolutely do. They also cover secrets about malpractice and stand by their fellow doctors. Sorry to say but that’s what it is

[@mkirbyy83]

After learning about this I need your thoughts on Dr. Death (aka Christopher Duntsch)!

[@Bonobanos]

interesting there’s a kind of chain of command and pulling rank in the OR, i for some reason thought it would be similar to how pilots and copilots have to put aside their ego when being called out or when something odd is being brought up during flight by a copilot

[@octo448]

One thing that they never show in Grey's that I know from personal experience is different IRL, is that you often MEET your anesthesiologist just like you meet your surgeons and some of your nurses when you go in for a procedure (A scheduled one, anyway). Notice how this Dr. Taylor never ever had to face the parents of that little girl? In reality, he'd have had to look them in the face at some point prior to the surgery, and I really think just that one additional layer of reality between a person's 'job' and how that impacts someone's life makes all the difference. It's so much easier to screw around on the job when you can distance yourself that much from reality, which doesn't happen in real life, but does for this show. I was curious why didn't you address the doctor "code" thing that Shepard was talking about at the end of the episode? Is that something some doctors truly believe in? Or do you think they were simply playing up the idea of proper reporting procedure as a "code" for the sake of the drama of the episode?

[@K21GUM]

That's my thought also having experienced an operation. I was first introduced to my surgeon after the lab results came out and told that I needed a surgery. Then, he introduced me to the anesthesiologist and explained the procedures. I was not seeing it in Grey's.

[@itsrue7216]

Octo We don’t see everything

[@lalalynnsey]

I love being here for the premiere! Before it starts, thank you so much for the distraction . Your channel is informative as well as therapeutic. There is a time for both, and I thank you for giving our heavy minds and hearts a chance to regroup. ♥️, a very tired nursing student :)

[@irawr256]

Yay! I've been waiting for you to make this episode!! You are so level-headed and educational in your "Reacts to" series. Thank you for that.

[@kaitert]

I am a recovering opiate addict of almost 9 years. So, I will be sober 9 years (from all mind altering substances besides caffeine) in one month and 12 days. I was in nursing school when I realized I was truly an addict. I was actually in clinical going through withdrawal one day and left to go find pills. To doctor shop, buy them, find them anyway I could. I realized that day, almost 9 years ago that I needed real help. I actually entered nursing school (a fast track BSN program because I already had my BA) while using, but just sometimes. Then while in school, I had 3 separate very painful surgeries that had me on opiates for pain for months straight. I just wanted to say you never clear that hurdle. Addiction is a disease that you will live with every single day for the rest of your life. That sounds so scary and it both should and shouldn’t. I like when people compare it to diabetes. You have to manage the disease or it will take over basically is what I’m trying to say. Some people need meetings, some need church, some therapy, some (like me) need all of those things. I am incredibly proud and grateful to be almost 9 years sober. I worked hard for it and I’m so grateful my babies weren’t born yet so they never saw me use. I love you and your channel, and I knew psychiatrists were high on the list of physicians likely to become addicts, but I didn’t know about ER docs or private practice docs. So, I do love you and I’m so so glad you covered this topic but when you said some of them cleared that hurdle (I believe that’s how you said it) and were able to come back... that hurdle is never fully clear. I can go months without wAnting to use and then one day I wake up from a using dream and it’s a little bit of a rougher day. I have had sponsors and mentors and even friends who have gone over 30 years without touching their substance of “choice,” and then they drink or use again. Addiction is a lifeline DISEASE, and it must be controlled daily to some extent at least. I find that to be the truth that I have seen and learned the most about at least. It’s never something you just get over. It’s something that changes your life forever and you get to choose if it changes it for the better or for worse. I chose sobriety and I make that choice every single day. Just like I make the choice to love my husband, to be the mom I want to be, etc. Okay, sorry, I’ll get off my soap box now. I do really appreciate and love that you covered this topic because it’s so “taboo” still to this day and this just proves that addiction does NOT discriminate against race, religion, age (for the most part) and definitely not social class.

[@isabellac4901]

Question for any anesthesiologist who may be able to answer: I got my wisdom teeth taken out several months ago and was put under general anesthesia (my first time being put under). I'm young, no pre-existing conditions or anything. But they had a REALLY hard time waking me up. My mom was in the room at the time and said my vitals were not looking good and apparently they had to hook me up to something else to wake me up (I have no idea what, but I got an IV or something in my hand separate to the one for the anesthesia). When I woke up I felt SUPER sick and the doctor told my mom to not let me fall asleep until the affects had worn off, but never said what the problem was. Any idea what caused that?

[@michaylathielen5933]

I’m so curious about this. I hope she answers! I wanna know too.

[@hhays50]

commenting so hopefully someone will answer

[@WandyPaolaGalvezSolares]

I am curious too, hoping you will get an answer.

[@angellapalmisano5847]

I've had several surgeries and for me, sometimes they have to give a kind of "wake up" medicine. In my dental procedure I only went under once with gas and I DEFINITELY felt stoned. I'm a recovering addict so I know the feeling well. Hopefully you were able to talk to your dentist and ask. It will be in your records which you have the right to see and ask questions about. Be safe be kind

[@HaileyGault]

I’d guess that the percentage of impairment in doctors is higher than in that of the general population, due to the long hours, high stress, and high stakes of the job. Similar to pilots I’d guess, but maybe a bit higher if you include docs that aren’t involved in surgery.

[@commentsiguess1263]

That and they have access to The Stuff.

[@organicstorm]

I really appreciate how you talked about addiction here. I grew up with an alcoholic father, he got help and therapy when I was in second grade and has been sober for over 20 years now, but most of the friends he met in rehab have relapsed and/or died due to related issues to their addiction (like liver failure) .. its sad how many people believe addicts just have a weak character or sth like that.

[@michellesamuels8530]

I had to have a emergency c-section a few weeks ago and the anesthesiologist was very involved from making sure my epidural was working an i had no feeling too comforting me because of what was going on. He was talking me through what was going on. Telling me when my baby was bout to be born. Couldnt be more grateful for him. 🙂

[@Sammyjay29]

I just love watching you! You seem so humble, kind, and understanding. Really enjoy all your videos medical or not. You are so good at explaining and teaching! Much love and thank you for being on the front line taking care of loved ones.

[@anaos1004]

Omg, I didn’t know your major was psychology! I loved it!!! You can talk all you want about all things psychology that I would love to hear it 😍

[@KatlynJShute]

Thank you so much for talking about this with compassion and kindness. I do not work in the medical field but I am in recovery and to hear you speak about the topic with such compassion is so heart warming. Addicts don’t always get that so anyone who is standing up for addicts and encouraging those to not judge makes me so happy. I would love to hear your take on how you handle anesthesia with someone who is in recovery as well as someone who you suspect or know is active addiction as in need of anesthesia. How do you handle that? What do you say to the patient if they are denying it? Etc. I had surgery in January and was very open about my recovery with my doc and all the staff and they were wonderful about it. They never made me feel judged or refused to offer me any type of pain medication. We just had to go about it in a different way. My husband was a big part of everything as well as my medical team. Everything worked out great, my surgery was a success and my pain/anesthesia was managed great. I will be 7 years sober in September. Thank you again for your video on this. I just found your channel from Mama Doctor Jones!

[@marlenathorvald]

Patients mostly say yes it's fine because you're not giving them a choice if I was with someone at the hospital and I had a medical secret and the Dr gave me the choice to have them leave the room I would feel trapped because if you ask them to leave the room now they know you have a secret which defeats half the purpose

[@lushestdaisies]

Thank you for making this! It was one of my requests. I love the way you handled this as a serious issue and educated. Love your videos always!

[@amb817]

I love how you explain things so it’s easy for us to understand. I had forgotten about this episode and I cringe at the little girl twitching on the operating table and Dr Shepard yelling at the anesthesiologist to wake up

[@erikafranken]

Can I recommend that you review Grey’s Anatomy season 8 episode 10. The anaesthesiologist features really well and ‘saves the day’!

[@jessnelson9334]

I'm a small animal veterinarian and I recently discovered your videos. Just wanted to say I appreciate your videos, especially now during this stressful time. Also, I particularly have a special interest in analgesia and anesthesia so I love the comparative medicine aspect and seeing how it is done on the human side. I'm not boarded in anesthesia, but seriously considered pursuing an internship and residency for it.

[@SjofnBM1989]

"He's the best anesthesiologist.".....well he's clearly fucking not if he's wasted on the job

[@gabrielasoliz439]

You should do a react video to NURSE JACKIE! It would be so goooooood!!!! 😻👀👀

[@Nicole-pj6be]

I'll never understand why people downplay anesthesiology...I always considered it one of the most stressful disciplines of medicine. The thought of becoming one scared me when I was a premed student haha.

[@kaycedaniels6035]

I love how you put the situation in perspective and the solution you shared. That can fit any person in a work environment, you never want to confront someone especially if they are higher rank than you, at any job. Always go to their superior otherwise it could get really messy for you. Situations like these are so scary in the moment, but defusing the situation with little to no confrontation is always the best option for everyone involved. You explained that very well.

[@jessicarivera4302]

In this case he called Hopkins to take over until the other MD came in, so would Hopkins be a CRNA in a situation like that? Or are there other types of doctors/techs/nurses that can take over like that?

[@kristinabraly]

That's a great point that I'm kicking myself for not clarifying. I noticed that too. No, there is usually no other qualified personnel that can administer anesthesia in the room. If i need a pee break, I have to call or text somebody.

[@kameronsims3138]

@@kristinabraly hi, if you don't mind me asking, what do you think about Crna's regarding their very autonomous practice? Do you think Crna's should be able to handle "bread and butter" cases without the supervision of a physician?

[@jessm9625]

Kameron Sims also very curious about your thoughts of this! I’m currently finishing my BSN and very interested in pursuing being a CRNA in a few years.

[@stacie7766]

I literally discovered your channel by chance. Because I feel asleep during another video, auto play happened, woke up to one of your videos, and absolutely LOVED you!!!! You're AMAZING!!!! ♥️♥️♥️

[@javacafe8377]

Listening to your introduction I remembered the nurse Jackie series on Netflix that was crazy!

[@laurencarrier844]

I’m obsessed with your videos! Thank you for always bringing us premium content!! ❤️❤️

[@Trev0r14]

Just found this channel and I’m obsessed! I’m applying to nursing school with a goal of becoming a CRNA and I’m LIVING for this content 😍

[@v-3555]

I remember watching your videos years ago when I was a freshman in college. You inspired me so much!! I am currently studying for boards and then I start my third year of medical school

[@pinksenshi9690]

I remember how light I felt after taking my last board exam... You'll get there. Good luck!!!

[@LauritaTellado]

I love all your "Grey's Anatomy" reaction videos! I am currently re-binge watching Grey's. I have spina bifida and hydrocephalus, and have had 22 surgeries to date, so I've always had a morbid fascination with surgery and anesthesia and how everything works once I'm put to sleep. Thank you for sharing!

[@c0athanger]

As an addict in recovery I appreciate this so much. Thank you for helping to educate people.

[@Love-ql7rd]

We had a travel anesthetist who was found drinking vodka while performing her cases in the operating room. I couldn’t believe it. Unbelievable. Our anesthesia techs cleaning up after her turned her in. So scary.

[@sofiabud1156]

You should react to the weed cookie 🤣🤣

[@grizzlegrowlsem]

I thought anesthesiologists would have to sit there, watching like a hawk and turning dials to keep everything level. Like an intense engineer 😅

[@lillyspilane9235]

I CANTTT why is george so amazing. also I get chills and cry even if I have seen these episodes literally 10 times. like I already finished up until season 16

[@freeway_22]

Ha! You were in my dreams last night handing out envelopes filled with cash. Thank you! 😁

[@kristinabraly]

You're welcome! I hope you spent it wisely! 😂

[@Jamie-we8rf]

It is so satisfying that the line of your nose blends perfectly with your eyebrow. Loving your videos, glad you collabed with MDJ because you got a new subscriber out of me!

[@exegete77]

Thank you for this video. Well done, professional, caring and difficult. 👍👍👍

[@sarahbella3315]

Love these grey’s anatomy reaction videos!!

[@TooFIT4You]

Chicago med recent shows have a OBGYN heroine addict Dr.. It's a doozy couple of episodes.

[@bdizzle5359]

I'm a recovering opiate addict. After I had multiple surgeries in 2013, I became dependent on hydrocodone. I never used heroin or needles. But, addiction doesn't discriminate.

[@jennifercook115]

You are definitely wise beyond your years. I have seen it too. It is not easy. Love your perspective and advice.

[@FashionablyAMY]

I enjoy your medical series so much Kristina! ❤️

[@TheLpsqueen200]

ok but your lashes??? YOU'RE DOING AMAZING SWEETIE

[@doglover1449]

I love it when you make videos about Greys anatomy. Thanks for all the great videos 👏🏻👍🏻😃👩🏼‍⚕️

[@hottwheels83]

Yes!!! This was the episode that I requested you review!

[@laceymakayla]

I would love for you to do more psychology/addiction videos as well! 🥰

[@SuperCatex3]

The blunt-ness of your honesty is breathtaking.

[@ixie2727]

12:42 that horrified expression tho AHHAHAHAH ❤️

[@johnmitchell7834]

Great video I loved it, my friends father was an anesthesiologist he was working until his late 60s,He was in a small hospital and actually fell asleep during surgery and he and was reported, He had been working with a group forever and it was suggested that he give his notice that day and not come back to avoid repercussions and that was the last day that he worked for the rest of his life

[@Picachki]

I had an anesthesiologist that sung Winnie the Pooh to me until I passed out from the drugs. I was a nervous little kid but I fell asleep knowing that this man would take care of me. He promised. And so did the surgeon. They kept their word and I woke up unafraid as well as better. Trust your gut. If you feel like something is right or wrong it probably is!

[@sarahg6458]

in the beginning when you were talking about your channel you listed everything I love whaaat

[@madisonharper8491]

I mean 👀 when I had my surgery on my back my anesthesiologist told me she was finishing up a book during my surgery so obviously the stereotype definitely has some truth to it 😂 (also to clarify I felt entirely safe and taken care of by all my doctors and nurses, including the anesthesiologist this is definitely not a jab)

[@jordanblair5864]

I would absolutely love to see you react to season 3 episode 4 (Rhea Reynolds) of Nip/Tuck! Episode about a patient who feels and hears everything during her surgery while being completely paralyzed from the anesthesia! Crazy episode, I would really love to hear your take!!

[@davidshanholtz6674]

I’m a nurse and we do the same thing to destroy narcotics. Some aren’t as strict about the policy because we get so busy that they don’t want to stop what they’re doing, so they’ll allow the other nurse to waste the med (if they trust them) and they’ll sign off that they witnessed. I am one of the nurses that is a stickler about following this policy! For me, it’s not about trust. I work with plenty of fellow nurses that I trust, but even if I trust them, that doesn’t mean that they aren’t human and incapable of falling victim to substance abuse! I look at it differently in a sense that me having to witness you waste a narc doesn’t mean I don’t trust you, rather by following protocol it protects you, it protects both of us! That’s why those protocols exist! Not only is it protecting us both because, if there were to be any question, we both can attest that the med was properly disposed, but also protecting the other nurse by not exposing them to a situation where they are able to succumb to the temptation! It just doesn’t leave any margin for error all the way around!

[@natinati828]

Wow. I watched a lot of your react series, but this one was the most emotional for me. Especially when the intern stood up to anesthesiologist and ask if he is drunk.

[@HugDeeznueces]

In over my 3 decades of military service, I had several anesthesiologists busted for this. Some were self reported while others were busted to the full extend on the law plus facing military judicial punishment. My last encounter before retiring was a cathlab RN busted for diverting fentanyl. She lot her license. Do not abuse drugs past their intended purpose people! I’ve sent some to federal prison.

[@sharminrahman8038]

Another great educational episode. Thank you.

[@Brook4ever]

This was the first ever episode of Grey's Anatomy I ever watched, way back in April 2005, pretty obvious why it got me hooked for life.

[@kylepifer9509]

When I was a kid our family dr’s nurse had to go to rehab for drug use. She was a really great nurse the drs right hand but back then she could get drug from everywhere and from the drug reps. He was a great dr. So she had to go to rehab. My pain management dr. Is great and there is so much that they checking and double checking in Florida and his office is well run I think his nurses would report him.

[@dawnsaurora]

3:25 I am spineless and so are most people, so I like when the doctor just kicks everyone else out. I know I can argue and ask someone to stay, but I also don't have to argue with anyone or worry that the doctor might take their side or ask if this one person should stay after I have already asked for privacy.

[@kerrijohnstone7588]

In Australia we can actually found out and even read the court cases. I love the fact we do not hide Dr’s, Nurses and Pharmacists stuff ups, both negligence BUT there are ALOT of cases the public can access of ADDICTION to ALL kinds of medication of all three Drs Nurses Pharmacists etc. It’s horrendous!

[@nursekatrina5466]

I love your compassion ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@forestrot666]

This was a very good breakdown of substance abuse with medical professionals. It is definitely higher end when it comes to demand with their jobs. My mother is a x ray tech and has struggled with alcohol issues since the early days in her career,back in the 1980s. However, she only drinks after work and is very aware of herself during daylight hours. Her drinking has also improved over the last decade ( we can thank me being in and out of hospitals for 13 years not helping her and my father's drinking). Now that they are less stressed via their children, they do not drink on the level they used to. It is kinda sad and on my mom's side, alcoholism is super genetic.

[@secretmanifestor9027]

when i got surgery my anesthesiologist was like what’s your favorite drink? and i was like tequila! he’s like here have a little bit of tequila. i woke up hours later it was great 😂 loved him, he was so funny

[@deeanna8448]

I'm glad there is a path for impaired physicians and nurses to return to work after treatment. As long as they are sober and following all the stipulations for continued care and monitoring, they should be able to work. There is a similar program for pilots too.