Doug Cameron

Folks, sorry if this was already discussed in another area of the board...wanted to get some opinions on LT work. From what I am seeing, sounds like a great way to get some varied experience in a variety of locations. That being said, I would think ...

Kevin, thanks for the great update. I know I was waiting to hear how things are going, and not only am I happy for you, I've been encouraged a great deal about life as a CRNA. Whenever I think twice about the road I'm choosing, I look to your posts. ...

Ketamine may be a good choice for CS in some children, especially when its difficult to get a line in; can be given IM, no respiratory or cv depression.

Congrats, Matt. Thanks for filling us in on the whole interview experience. It's great to hear about your acceptance AND the new addition to your family. All the best to you - Doug

Congrats, Matt. Thanks for filling us in on the whole interview experience. It's great to hear about your acceptance AND the new addition to your family. All the best to you - Doug

new ccu rn - just a little advice: Don't take your organic over the summer if you can help it. Organic holds lots of memorization and concept building, and it is very tough in a compressed state (6weeks; 13 for two semesters). Do the physics during t...

For Gowkout - off topic (slightly): Good to know you are from Florida. What do you think about Gooding in Panama City? Have you heard anything positive/negative? Thanks!

Brenna's Dad - your reply hit a chord with me. I have had the same experience. It hit me again today, as someone who I didn't know assumed I was ignorant because my nametag said "RN" after my name. Does it get any better in the OR as a CRNA? I realiz...

Susan, I can't tell for sure, but it sounds like you may be an RN who is an ADN or Diploma grad who is getting her BSN - is that right? If that's the case, I would encourage you to keep pursuing the job you want in a unit setting. I know I was surpri...

Moving is a funny thing. It depends on so much. A move for one person can be a wonderful experience, while a move for someone else can be more challenging. My oldest son decided to move to Atlanta (we're in Boston) for his first semester of college a...

Thought I'd throw in my 2 cents, for what it's worth. Originally, when I decided to pursue admission to a CRNA program, my thinking was that I should have basically the same prerequisites that any pre-med student should have: 2 semesters of general o...

Hi everybody. Don't know as I've seen this topic before, but am interested in knowing your opinions on best educational route to eventually teach or instruct in a CRNA program. I realize at this point there are probably several routes one can take; ...

Thanks Brad - I had not even considered Gonzaga. I'll check it out.

Good information, Kevin, thanks. You've all been very encouraging. I smiled when I read about Dr. Chipas and the direction he got to get his BSN first - that's exactly the mindset I run into so often. His story is VERY encouraging. Thanks all, for t...

Thanks, bug, I found your posts most helpful; they made much sense. To answer your question, I have been an RN for over 20 years, an ADN with a BA in Classics (go figure) and an MEd. Sooo, looking at schools, I am more inclined to NOT pursue the MSN ...

Also, to Brett - sorry you did not appreciate my post. I certainly did not mean to offend you. However, I must remind you that I posted a very reasonable question, and you called my intelligence into question. Not sure why you did that, but I guess I...

Folks, guess I'm not making myself clear. Let's try a different tack. Assuming one was an RN currently making plans to attend a CRNA program, who eventually wanted to teach with a tertiary degree, would you advise them to stick with a MSN-granting pr...

Brett, my dear young friend.... Thanks for your most interesting reply. Perhaps I can make it simpler for you. 1) There is a market shortage for CRNA's (and other anesthesia personnel. Has been for a long time, and will likely be for a long time. The...

Congratulations, G, that's great. 10 months will go by quickly, I'm sure. I should be getting the application materials any day now; I'll apply this fall. I may have to wait a year, though I hope not. Am taking organic and physics in the fall, as we...

Gowkout, can you tell me which program he graduated from in CT? Am looking at the three of them now for next year: New Britain, Bridgeport, and St.Raphael's. Any recommendations? Thanks - Doug

It seems to me that one would want to make their application as competitive as possible - let's face it, getting into CRNA school is competitive. My college Chemistry, A+P's, and Micro are from the (gasp) late 70's. Sooo... I am taking 2 semesters of...

I am seeing the same numbers as you are, Brett. There seem to be some slight variation in regional locations, but not a whole lot. I think it's a supply and demand issue. Overall, there has been an historic shortage of anesthesia personell (both MD's...

Hi Suzie. I am finding that the nursing shortage has not changed the very competitive nature of CRNA programs. Nurses are leaving nursing for a variety of other pursuits - anesthesia being one of them. I am very encouraged to hear about the U of NE t...

Folks, I have a question...what do you call yourselves? I know that sounds silly, but here in New England, most people I have talked to are pretty uneducated about nursing anesthesia. In fact, it has been quite comical to try and explain it to people...

Thanks for the advice on the "significant other" side of life, Kevin. Well said. I could not even think about doing this were it not for my wife. She is great. I'm thankful for the reminder to let her know how much I appreciate her!