Dr. Julie Maamari on perioperative considerations for complex patients

In this podcast episode, Dr. Julie Hubbard Maamari, a Perioperative Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, discusses perioperative considerations for complex patients, including those with POTS, MCAS, and related conditions. Dr. Maamari emphasizes the importance of taking anti-inflammatory medications like Benadryl, Pepcid, and Singulair before surgery to reduce the risk of mast cell reactions. She advises creating a tailored pain management regimen to prevent flare-ups from pain itself, a potential trigger. Dr. Maamari suggests sharing a comprehensive medical history with healthcare providers, including any known allergies or triggers, and collaborating on an emergency response plan from The Mast Cell Disease Society. She reassures patients that with careful planning and communication, surgery can be safely managed for MCAS patients, despite their complex medical needs.