Dr. Richard Teames, the director of regional anesthesia at John Peter Smith Hospital discusses the what, why, and how of serratus anterior plane (SAP) blocks for postoperative analgesia of the chest and axilla including rib fractures, thoracotomies, and VATs procedures.

In addition to his leadership role at John Peter Smith Hospital Dr. Teames is the National Clinical Director of Regional Anesthesia at Envision Physician Services and serves as an officer in the United States Army Reserve. Dr. Teames is a dedicated anesthesiologist with a unique background in nursing who excels in working with trauma and critical care patients. He trained at one the busiest trauma center in the U.S., the University of Texas, Houston.