Become an Anesthesiologist - Career Advice from an Anesthesia Resident

Ever wonder what goes into becoming an anesthesiologist? If not, maybe now I've piqued your interest! In this video, I explain the time, exams, and costs associated with becoming an anesthesiologist, and offer advice for every step along the way.
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1:02 Time, tests, cost
8:51 Highschool advice
12:03 College advice
16:05 Medical school advice
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#Anesthesiology #Residency #MedicalSchool

[@SaleProofCarReviews]

I'm 31 going on 32 and I just started taking pre-requisite courses for medical school. I'm looking to pursue anesthesiology specifically. I know I'm a little older than a more traditional medical school applicant, but it's something that fascinates me, and I'm not letting age and the time/money investment stop me. Your channel and the work that you do Dr. Feinstein is incredibly inspiring!

[@valentinengare3022]

Me too. Headed there.

[@dejavu666wampas9]

I was 38 when I started Medical school and 47 when I finished anesthesia residency. Had a lady in medical school who was 56. I just retired a couple years ago. This pathway can be done. It takes an incredible amount of time and work, so go in with your eyes open to that. Do what is necessary to make it through med school, but don’t kill yourself to be top-of-the-class. You don’t need to. Have a life as you travel this path. If you have a family, make SURE they are behind you on this. I had a very solid marriage going in, and coming out, but it is tough on relationships. With the prerequisite classes before applying, 4 years of med school, around 4 years residency, depending, it’ll take 10 years to get there. But you’re going to be 10 years older regardless, and you would hate to look back and regret not trying for it. I wish you much success as you work toward your dreams.

[@SaleProofCarReviews]

@@dejavu666wampas9 I can't begin to tell you how much better this makes me feel about this. Thank you!

[@6105jakeusmc]

@@dejavu666wampas9 Making me feel much better about deciding to travel down this road. Currently 39 and looking to start next spring. Thanks for the advice.

[@dejavu666wampas9]

@@6105jakeusmc Any time. Do I see USMC as part of your screen name? If so, Semper Fi, Go Marine Corps. I was in 1969-73. Good luck on your journey.

[@Anandroid]

I did not expect that skit out of nowhere. That was freaking hilarious. I love it.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Making those are my favorite parts of the videos!

[@mssn3166]

to all doctors, much respect to you for all the hard work and money you invested in your careers. Especially those who didn't have family to support them in the process!

[@ruddy6076]

Me being a high school sophomore listening to this Bc I want to become an anesthesiologist.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That's awesome! I wish you luck on your journey.

[@amycarlse2899]

Im also here for the same reason. And im second year in high school.. Grade 9

[@bignatevlogs5802]

@@amycarlse2899 same a junior already getting knowledge in health

[@splashyalan2010]

I’m a sophomore too😂

[@Cash_Henson]

I’m an 8th grader lol looking forward to my career young I guess!

[@gabinorolandelli2961]

Omg it is SO expensive to become an MD in the states, I'm a third year medical student in Argentina, here it literally has 0 cost if you go to public schools (which are the best in the country) more than the cost of living. Looking forward to becoming an anesthesia resident inspired by you Max! great channel!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That sounds so much more reasonable than here in the US. I spent a year doing research in Colombia and it was similar to what you described in Argentina- some of the best Med schools in the country were public, free schools. Thanks for following along!

[@anesthesiologistma8373]

In China it doesn't cost too much, but the payment is very low.

[@Ana-mp6my]

Same thing in Brazil. The best education is found in public (and free!) Universities. They're also the main places of research in the country

[@mandalorian4620]

Most countries have socialized education

[@whiterunguard3246]

That’s the reason why doctors in Argentina have low wages lol. Not worth the trouble

[@rayyan.manzoor]

I’m currently a junior in high school. Your videos really helped me visualize a step by step process to becoming a soon to be anesthesiologist!

[@geoneerayad9025]

me too!!

[@thewalnutbucket]

I'm actually planning on going into anesthesiology so with this popping up on my recommended it was really helpful

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That's great, and exactly why I made these videos! Best of luck on your journey to anesthesiology.

[@vickyburton2434]

Thank you for your honest assessment! I spent most of my career caring for seniors where I worked hand in hand with an assortment of healthcare professionals while my husband is in micro biology research. My daughter is in pharmacy with a passion for organic chemistry. My daughter was an Olympic fencer and served as a college chemistry tutor, so your advice on being a well rounded person is so important. Now..... to find time with your spouse.❤️ Blessings from Texas.😀

[@TheOneZepphyr]

Hey man, I was accepted to my dream US MD program recently! This is the first of your videos I have seen and it is SUPER helpful! I am not even all too interested in anesthesia, personally. But your insight is amazing and I love that your video was very data-driven and straightforward. Keep up the awesome content!!!

[@austinmuncrief252]

Thank you tons! You literally took all my requested questions and answered them so in depth. You also answered so many more questions I didn’t even know I had. Good luck to you in the rest of residency!! Keep up the videos I enjoy every one! Thanks again!!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for the nice feedback! Glad you find the video helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@sunkannee]

Loving watching your videos! I’m an LVT who focuses primarily on anesthesia and have been considering applying to med school for anesthesiology. Very informative!

[@cmparedes1058]

Great video, Doc! Thank you for breaking down the process from start to finish and bring attention to finances. Both of my parents are practicing anesthesiologists and this channel has given me great insight into what they do

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hi Christina, glad you enjoyed the video! Part of the reason I started making these videos is to give my parents (who aren’t in medicine) an understand of what I do, because otherwise it’s sort of a black box!

[@pipparose_]

This was so good, just discovered your channel! I'm an ODP student currently on my anaesthesia placement and it's got me seriously interested in trying to go to medical school to become an anesthesiologist. Keep up the good work!

[@timdarr8008]

I love your channel and videos. Congrats on your career. I went to pa school at the age of 45 and I loved it. It is nothing compared to the years you have had to put in. I love working in pain management and dedicating my life to help others in pain. Take care and please stay safe and healthy.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Very cool, I have been so appreciative of the work that PAs do as I’ve rotated through various services, especially general surgery where they really help move things along on the floor.

[@michaeljohnson2271]

As a recently retired Anesthesiologist it was interesting to read your perspective of career advice. I think a lot of people go into Anesthesiology with no idea about how to pay for the education. I myself entered Medical School under the Uniformed Medical Health Profession Scholarship Program as a US Naval Officer. I had grown up on USAF bases, as the son of a fighter pilot. Because of that it seemed more benign to borrow time than to borrow money. You basically owe one year of active duty service for every year they pay for in Medical School. When my wife and I left the US Navy, we were both debt free. They had paid for her Nursing degree as well. I am now 65 having retired four months ago. I always truly enjoyed the practice of Anesthesia and found it immensely rewarding. It is also a medical specialty that forces you to keep up with the advances in medicine and pharmacology, which is a really good thing. I also was introduced to anesthesia by my job as a veterinary technician in College. I was taught to administer anesthesia to dogs, cats, and horses. That introduction was extremely beneficial as well.

[@jctootact]

is there a shorter route than taking 4 years of college and 4 years of med school? I feel like that’s a long time and a lot of school to go through.

[@michaeljohnson2271]

Not if you want to be a physician anesthesiologist. @@jctootact

[@kristinaaslanyan5150]

@@jctootact You can look up Certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAA)

[@charlsironborn2798]

Hey Doc! I love your channel, I'm a med student in Italy and I have never figured out how much it costs in USA to be an MD. Your decision to be an Anestesiologist is so great! I love that field of medicine even though I wanna be a surgeon. Best wishings for you and your career.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for watching, and best wishes to you in your pursuit of surgery!

[@DeletedAccountForSure]

Don't take up surgery if you want work life balance

[@BLK2000]

I love how passionately you speak about ur work :)

[@HadenMontana]

Thank you so much for making this video! I'm 22, just graduated with my associate's in December and about to start my undergrad. I recently decided I want to become an anesthesiologist, but wasn't sure how exactly how I was going to be able to reach this goal. So having this video to use for reference has been very helpful! I'm definitely going to subscribe to your channel because I appreciate your professionalism and I think your videos will be very beneficial for me as I go through my education and transition to my career in anesthesiology!

[@explorewithme7540]

Hi Max! I Just found your channel searching through anesthesiology. Thank you for bringing up this topic and the channel in sharing whatever you know and etc...I’m a non-US IMG, 4th year of med currently studying for step 1. My interest is in anesthesiology. Ive watched all your videos lol and they inspired me, Great Channel. It would be great if you could do an IMG version of getting into residency and etc... wish you all the best.

[@aaabbas]

Awesome channel man, I've been recommending your videos to people who are interested in this field to give them an insight into our somewhat mysterious career. Keep up the strong work!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks I really appreciate you spreading them around!

[@hellochildren69]

Thank you for the excellent video. I can't wait to become a nurse anesthesiologist now! Going to hit the books.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for watching. Best of luck!

[@spongebob1849]

Thank you so much! Very helpful, even though I’m only 14. Been my dream job for over 11yrs!!

[@ryanchen4112]

Great video as always Dr.Feinstein, can't wait to apply to med school in the upcoming cycle :)

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks again Ryan I appreciate it!

[@parker5323]

I’m so thankful for having nice anesthesiologist, I’ve had one brain surgery and 2 spine surgery’s. My anesthesiologist always gave me medicine to keep me calm which was super helpful, they would also just have a normal conversation about how school was going for me and I will say that it’s insanely important to have small talk with patients (especially children)

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

I’m glad to hear you’ve had positive experiences with anesthesia in the past! I know surgery can be extremely anxiety inducing so I can see how getting your mind off of it with small talk (and some medication!) can help. Thanks for watching!

[@Juckendra]

I'm so happy you shared this. I can't wait to start my studies ❤

[@sim_aware]

The program director survey was interesting. The "story" for how you got where you are will make your name stand out when sitting in the room deciding on who gets matched. Thank you for all you do!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Yes I think the program director survey is really fascinating and thought it’d be important for more medical students to be aware of. Thanks for watching!

[@gustavgurke3389]

I'm gonna be attending medical school next year and your videos definitely made anesthesiology very appealing to me

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

I'm so glad to hear! FYI, most people don't have anesthesia rotations by default in medical school, it's something you need to seek out on your own. Best of luck on your journey!

[@jinshifu]

Always great to see content promoting our field! Most med students know nothing about what we do, and I chalk that up to very little exposure to the field during clinicals. Give my regards to Eric Fried when you rotate through cardiac! -Another NYC anesthesiologist

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Agreed-- up till when I started MS3 year, I thought anesthesiologists only had to have knowledge about two or three drugs, how to intubate, and that's it. That was a big part of the motivation to start making these videos. Will pass along your greetings to Dr. Fried next year when I get to the cardiac ORs.

[@PineapplePizza1]

Awesome content! Great work on improving that body language! Keep up the great work my man

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks again for the feedback last time! Gave me a lot to think about and try to change when I recorded this video.

[@jmart5302]

me, an intellectual, watching this for no reason at the age of 28. lol

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Lol thanks for watching

[@tanishajackson9649]

Lol same except 30

[@andyjohnson9714]

not too late to start medical school

[@therealboomhauer69]

@@tanishajackson9649 hi

[@jackiemainard2576]

I really liked the way you broke down the time and $$ involved on becoming an anesthetist. I'm way to old to do this, but I've always had an interest in medical stuff, and I've had more than my fair share of surgeries over the years. Your video's are cute too!😊

[@lynlinartsimpai]

Entering my premed course this year. Wish me luck! Soon I'll be just like you a proud anesthesiologist easing pain!💕

[@sunmusicm.b.6407]

Very good review Dr. Feinstein. Thanks. It was very helpful 👍🏽

[@thangtruong6682]

Great vid bro! High-quality vid. Future million KZbinr is coming :))

[@Kuehli123]

Thanks a lot for this great detailed Video, explaining how a medical career works in the US. I am a 5th year medical student in Germany and always was wondering how the American system works, because we are doing 12 years of education as well, but divided into 6 years of med school (5 theoretical and 1 practical year) and 6 years (or 5 or 7 depending on your speciality) of residency :) Really interesting video, all the best for the near and far future, Cheers Daniel 🤙

[@miloelite]

This makes me REALLY glad I went the CRNA route, but as many states practice the team model of anesthesia its good to know you docs have so much training & experience we can pull from. Thank you for your dedication & hard work making it through med school & residency! It benefits us all - especially the patients. ❤️

[@musakazim2082]

Waaaaaay to go man. Greetings from Europe!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for watching!

[@danmcguire7728]

Dr. Max, having two family members that just both got their attending status, your figures on school and the costs 'woke me' to the reality of doing all that you want to. Have you decided yet, if you are a Mac blade or Miller blade man? I always went to the Mac blade in my Advanced EMS years. Keep the great videos coming and with you positive and kind-sounding voice, you ought to consider teaching and mentoring, you would be terrific at it.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

I’m currently a Mac guy, wannabe Miller guy, but the epiglottis always flops around my blade and obstructs my view. It’s a work in progress! Thanks for the kind feedback, for watching the video!

[@danielcampayrurzum4507]

Thank you so much for this video! It was very helpful.

[@dilawarkhan8494]

Thank you for all the information, best of luck for the residency

[@disturbedladywithahat8961]

thank you max. i am currently a high schooler trying to become an anesthesiologist. this was very helpful and hopefully can achieve my dream

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That’s awesome! Best of luck with your journey future Dr. Taco Burrito!

[@nelfi11]

Thank you so much in explaining everything and so detailed. Thanks for your awesome videos

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching!

[@sharonsolana]

Stay safe Doc! God bless you and your family!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@juliageary4212]

Thank you for your service during the pandemic you guys are so good

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

I appreciate that!

[@Ellier215]

Yes. I second this.

[@jameswalker7088]

This is great info for my daughter. She has been interested in become and Anesthesiologist since she was 7 . She is now 15 and still has the desire. I understand is still such a long way to go . Her grades are awesome and hopefully for her she has what it takes . We enjoy watches your videos Thank you for spender your time doing them

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That’s amazing, thanks so much for telling me that! Best wishes to your daughter on her journey. She’s welcome to be in touch if she has any questions along the way!

[@JosephCbell]

Very nice video, keep up the good work !

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thank you very much!

[@coplock6689]

Great video, thanks for all the great info

[@kissmekisaa]

Love your content bro, I'm an MS1 myself and I subbed to your channel.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for following along! Glad you enjoy. Good luck with your journey.

[@kissmekisaa]

@@MaxFeinsteinMD Appreciate it bro. Hope your healthy and safe during this time

[@ernestkimanthi3948]

Hey Dr Max. Your videos on anesthesia are quite informative. Am in the journey of getting in a CRNA program and i cant thank you more for the good work you are doing. I recently moved to the US from Kenya-Africa and currently i work as BSN-Registered Nurse in med-surgical/neuro unit but am transitioning to ICU in 2 months time to start preparing for the long journey ahead. I know anesthesiologist and certified nurse anesthetist work hand in hand to deliver quality services to clients and this is a big motivation for me.

[@mercedes-mw6pq]

this was so informative!! well done

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks Mercedes, glad you found it to be informative!

[@striker246810]

Calling it now: you’re channels going to blow up. Commenting this now before you hit 100k subs. Keep up the great content!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Haha I wish. Thanks for the vote of confidence!

[@ChefWife67]

Agreed!!! He is just awesome! Truly enjoy this channel....as a dentist, I wish I had someone like Dr. Max to help in my journey!

[@MrWavecap]

🖤great speaker & love the fact you love your career( much love)🧡

[@ethanbillings7264]

I did find this video very helpful - but a little scary at that! I'm a college freshman in Canada, and anesthesiology has been at the top of my list for quite some time now, with my biggest concern being the journey to becoming a physician is far from short. Sadly, I haven't been able gain any hospital experience due to the current pandemic, and the fact that school is online (it sucks!) doesn't help. For now, your videos will fill that void! Keep it up

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Bummer about the limited clinical experiences right now. Hopefully you’ll be able to get into the OR soon. I can definitely relate to feeling concerned about the long career path. Initially I actually avoided a career in medicine for that specific reason. However at some point I started liking the idea of a long road with important checkpoints along the way- feels like I’m really progressing through a long race instead of just doing a daily grind at work year after year. I’ve found the dynamic parts about medical education to be pretty engaging over the years, and think I probably would have been a little bored had I gone directly into some kind of work 10 years ago instead of starting down this path.

[@emeraldcarr7694]

thank you doctor feinstein for this video it really helps me with my career choice you are brilliant i love your videos

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That's so nice, glad you enjoyed!

[@Yeetofficial3]

Wow. You are amazing and super smart. Doctors are special human beings.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

That’s very nice of you to say!

[@bobwilson2332]

Approximately how much financial assistance percentage wise could one expect to be able obtain.You sure 👍 know what your talking about. I like how straight up and knowledge you are,extremely articulate.

[@All_things_capcut08]

Thank you so much this was very helpful

[@darrellcrawford1769]

I’m 71, I think I’ll get started now. It took me this long to figure out what I wanted to do.

[@rohithraghavendran3390]

Applying to anesthesia for residency right now! Wish me luck, best speciality out there!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Couldn’t agree more! Good luck with the application process.

[@Startupsandsushi]

Really cool perspective - managing a patients physio while they are asleep

[@michellenainkristinabusch1221]

My cousin just did those tests to become a second generation neurosurgeon. I give you props, as this isn't an easy career path, but I'm sure very rewarding

[@jaxmd35]

Listening to this while getting ready for a shift at my hospital...I totally heard “wine” room instead of “line” room 😂

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Haha Nope definitely not this room

[@_DOCTOR.]

I'm a sophomore in high school and I'm so overwhelmed after listening to this.

[@austinmcknuggets458]

I love the comment about hobbies 😂. I’m currently an engineering student who has this same feeling, but couldn’t image after 12+ of schools

[@abdisalamabdi2157]

“I was born in one”😂

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Probably not the line that got me into medical school.

[@dozenofrosa]

Thank you so much for sharing this!!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for watching!

[@changwanyu4231]

I watched one video of a guy in anesthesia, and I fell into a loophole of Anesthesiologists. I don't complain, I like your vids!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Haha the classic KZbin wormhole. Welcome to anesthesia universe!

[@miss_jaquesha6274]

Very detailed. Thank you!

[@ryanodonnell3379]

US IMG studying in europe to become an Anaesthesiologist. Grateful for yours and all the anesthesia youtube videos

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks Ryan I appreciate that!

[@jofolocz5481]

Very inspiring! I’m 21 and I’m a Medical Assistant I wanted to put my foot in the door of medicine to see if I like it and I love it! It’s been about a year since I finished my externship I am excited to start college although I feel old already, my goal is to become an anesthesiologist, thank you for the tips and sharing this!

[@ammarahahmed3948]

Greetings from the UK! Mount Sinai will always be the one hospital that I will never forget. My sister passed away at Mount Sinai in Toronto , Canada, she was only 32. Fighting for her life with AML leukaemia.. She couldn’t make it. 😣

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hi Ammarah, I'm sorry to hear about your sister. Confusingly, there is a Mount Sinai in Toronto and a Mount Sinai in New York City. They're not related to each other, but I happen to work at the one in NYC.

[@dr.lindsaymarie]

Aww sorry about your sister. I also lost my father from AML leukemia..

[@ammarahahmed3948]

@@dr.lindsaymarie Hi Doctor! Its very heartbreaking when you have to go through something like that. My deepest condolences for your father

[@nodan231]

Another great video! I know you had talked about including the NRMP survey in the video description but it doesn't look like its there. Would you mind linking it?

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Good call, that was my oversight! Just added it to the description.

[@sherrydawson6253]

Omg 12 plus yrs of college! Holly smokes! I had no idea u have to pay so much for the big tests! This was a good video. Im glad u brought up u should have like a hobbie or sports. This was very educational. Thanks. Love how down to earth u are.❤👍

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hi Sherry, I really appreciate you following along with these videos and commenting! When I first started taking premed classes, I also didn't know how much all of the future tests would cost. Part of the reason I made the video is to give future physicians a sense of exactly what they're up for so there aren't as many surprises.

[@LexieLaflamme]

Looking at the cost of education in the states, I have to say I feel so privileged living in the country that gives you free college education. After high school we go to medschool (premed and med integrated) that lasts 6 years to obtain an MD title. Then, we work for about a year or two before we get accepted into residency (we can work in the ER, EMT or GP=. Anesthesia residency last for 5 years and then you are a specialist in anesthesiology. Ofcourse, during residency, we work in the hospital setting and get a paycheck, and the cost of our education for the hospital is around 1 million dolars in total for five years. If we drop out or get let go, we need to give them a lot of money back, but not the total, the laws are more complex than that and it usually is a settlement.(but dropping out or being let go doesnt happen often)

[@thebraintrainer6486]

great video , i like it!!!!!!! i am really inspired to become anesthesiologist too!!1

[@nazriabegum9677]

I really appreciate you making this video!! I’m currently a high school junior interested in becoming an anesthesiologist, and this video was helpful...definitely visiting this again if I go down the anesthesiology road. However, I do have a question. Is chemistry a big part of this career? Im not bad in chemistry, but It’s definitely one of my weaker science subjects :( Anyway, thank you for taking the time out of your day to make this!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hi Nazria, really cool that you're already thinking about anesthesiology! Chemistry is important, however you will be just fine as an anesthesiologist even if it's not your strong suit. As long as you're able to get a reasonably good grasp on it during college / premed classes, that should be enough. I wouldn't say I'm particularly great at chemistry, but it's not a problem for my daily practice!

[@nazriabegum9677]

@@MaxFeinsteinMD ahh I see, thank you!

[@luigi5890]

Yes, we need new anesthesiologists who are more dedicated then most of the ones we have now. We need anesthesiologists who pay attention to patients who say they get very sick from the after affects of the anesthesia. And know what drugs to give for this problem and the proper way to administer them.

[@MohammedIbrahim-uc2nf]

Thank you very much for the video with kindness and respect for

[@jqdaz]

not even going to lie i’m super stressed out over this whole future idea of mine. i’ve been thinking of becoming an anaesthesiologist since i was 12 and i’m currently 14!!

[@henrikdamgaard5706]

I know our tax level is much higher in Denmark, but seeing this video, it is also clear that we get some benefits for the tax. Free education for all, is definitely one of them. The way to be Anesthesiologist in Denmark is 3 year in high school, 6 year medicine study at the university. After that, you start on what you call residency - takes 4-6 year depending of specialty. So same length more or less. Love your informative videos. my plan was to become a vet, but the grade wasn´t high enough. Have been through several surgeries, so interesting to see how propofol works - big step from chloroform 😀

[@jaxmd35]

I would really love a video on hospital/interview etiquette..my new hospital (a safety net hospital) is a completely different vibe as compared to my previous hospital (private/for profit) if you have any tips on team building, maintaining professionalism, camaraderie, making connections and maintaining respect and professional behavior that would be helpful! I feel like I can’t connect to my team since we have such a large team and a completely different work environment. Thanks for the videos!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Thanks for the advice on a future video! Sorry it's been a challenge to adjust to the new hospital setting. I will think more about this and see what I can come up with.

[@cayetanagarcia7012]

Wow! Medical studies are sooo diffrent in the US. It was really interesting because in France we don't think the medical studies the same way

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

I'd be very curious to know about how they're different!

[@cayetanagarcia7012]

@@MaxFeinsteinMD I'd love to explain them !

[@josephmetz5789]

I'm a third year medical student. I'm interested in anesthesia and general surgery. One question I have is are you concerned of the future of anesthesia with CRNAs fighting for more independence? I love procedures and love medical management which is why I feel anesthesia might fit me well.

[@johnpaul3889]

Soo informative!!! 👌👌

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Glad you found it informative!

[@paula.mendoza]

Thank you, I'm looking into possible career paths since I'm going into my junior year in highschool

[@iamnotgoldenhar8645]

Thank you for these videos. As someone who has had multiple surgeries, I have enjoyed learning from you. Good luck in all you do. As someone with a difficult airway, do you have special training in this area? Just curious.

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Yes, anesthesiologists are trained to be able to work with patients who have difficult airways for any reason - head and neck cancer, radiation, congenital abnormalities, etc.

[@sharonsolana]

Anesthesiology meets Saturday Night Live!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hah I like that way of thinking about it!

[@sharonsolana]

@@MaxFeinsteinMD Love your skits! You are smart _and_ witty!

[@elafalasadi7308]

Thank you so much for all of the awesome videos you make! I'm currently an anesthesia technician, I love it and I can definitely see myself being an anesthesiologist. However, I've notice that the clinic that I work for mostly hires CRNAs; Do you think that CRNAs are replacing anesthesiologists because they're cheaper to hire? Do you see this as a potential problem?

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hi Elaf, thanks for watching these videos! And thanks for your work as an anesthesia tech, I'm really grateful to be working with techs here. CRNAs are definitely less expensive for hospitals than physicians which is why you're seeing more of them. That being said, there always needs to be a physician of record providing anesthesia, so typically one physician will oversee up to four cases simultaneously being staffed by CRNAs. Moreover, physicians are able to do more advanced cases that CRNAs don't typically have the training or experience to do. So I do think that CRNAs are doing more work that physicians used to do, but there is a limit to how much CRNAs can do that will always leave a need for physicians.

[@desireebair5801]

Well judging by the intro, my dreams are out the window 😕

[@ilianalewis337]

NO REALLY

[@user-dv9nq9ed2j]

Thank you so much for your video Dr. Feinstein. I am an international medical graduate interested in Anesthesiology residency. I worked as a house officer in Anesthesia department in my home country . Do you have any advices on where can IMGs like myself find a clinical rotation in Anesthesiology?

[@Ahn-mu3db]

Lmao "well I was born in a hospital and watch this anesthesia guy on youtube" 🤣🤣 this is my first video of yours I'm watching! Love your personality, humor, how organized and informative this video is! Keep up the great work! P.s.im in NY and the Icahn school of medicine is one of my top 3 med schools I'd like to go to in NY someday :-) New subbie!

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Hey Amanda thanks for watching and subscribing! I appreciate the nice feedback, too. Fingers crossed that you get into Sinai, it's a wonderful medical school from everything I can tell-- I really enjoy working with Sinai students, too. Best of luck on your journey!

[@koicrusader]

im 14 and for some reason im finding these vids interesting

[@coffeepandacat]

This is an amazing field.

[@felixxun3774]

I‘m currently in medical school right now and therefore I watched this video at 2X speed like how I watch lectures. 😁

[@tacovato9247]

I wish I had learned that I wanted to be in anesthesia when I was in high school, but alas, life doesn’t always play out perfectly. The route is so long and worth it and I would do it to but I have a family and want to be present for those younger years. So, CRNA it’s is for me.

[@DaywithGee]

Hi, I really love your videos, I am currently in high school, senior year,aspiring to become an anesthesiologist someday but I really do vary options on becoming an anesthesiologist and anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant and I would like to ask which career is more limited than the other and also would very much appreciate a little bit of insights on the two wonderful careers

[@davidbartlett2908]

Hi Dr. Max, hey I am getting bills for my surgery from April. I see on this recent bill the meds that were given to me and that you had talked about in some of your videos. I looked a few of them up for definition and etc. Didn't realize how much was given to me during the surgery but I am sure they had their reasons like you have explained what you administer during the surgery you are covering. The cost OMG.....

[@MaxFeinsteinMD]

Yes it’s crazy. For what it’s worth, the anesthesiologist does not make any additional money from administering any particular medication. Training during residency includes cost awareness (at least at Mt. Sinai) to make sure that anesthesiologists are conscientious of cost when choosing medications, while always keeping safety a top priority.

[@johnner7796]

I would definatley want to have you doing my anesthesia.

[@omersiraj4224]

THANK YOU DOC.I AM 3RD YEAR ANESTHESIA STUDENT AND I WANNA TO BE ANESTHESIOLOGIST .

[@Skatejock21]

I once worked for a dentist whose wife is a physician and they actually met in a course that the university combined the future dentists and future physicians in. She ended up in medical school and he ended up in dental. It was a pre-req