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 patients with complex conditions like POTS, MCAS, and EDS. She emphasizes the importance of preoperative planning to prevent mast cell activation reactions, such as taking anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety medications, and ensuring the surgical team is informed of the patient's condition and emergency plans. Dr. Maamari highlights frequent comorbidities, including POTS and EDS, and discusses environmental and medication triggers that can cause complications during surgery. She provides reassurance that with proper planning and communication, patients can undergo surgery safely. Resources such as the Mast Cell Disease Society Patient Resource Guide are recommended for both patients and clinicians to optimize perioperative care.