Neil Anderson
MS, CRNA, NSPM-C
Instructor
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with 19 years of comprehensive experience across a wide range of clinical settings. Specializing in ambulatory surgery anesthesia, with a particular focus on total joint and spine procedures. Committed to the ongoing advancement of acute and chronic pain management through the integration of novel, ultrasound-guided interventions. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while staying at the forefront of evidence-based practice.
Professional Employment
2005-present Lakewalk Surgery Center Duluth, MN
Chief CRNA
Independent anesthesia provider for ambulatory surgery center
Over 4,000 ultrasound guided peripheral nerve blocks personally performed
Educator of RRNAs from Minneapolis School of Anesthesia and St Mary’s U of M, teaching focus on ultrasound guided interventions and neuraxial anesthesia
2018-present Ashland Memorial Medical Center Ashland, WI
Independent CRNA at critical access hospital, including OB services
2018-present Hayward Area Memorial Hospital Hayward, WI
Independent CRNA at critical access hospital, including OB services
2002-2018 St. Luke’s Hospital Duluth, MN
Full time staff CRNA at Duluth, MN hospital
Anesthesia care team model
Student Liaison from 2010-2012, educating RRNAs
2004-2009 St. Mary’s Hospital of Superior Superior, WI
Independent and care team anesthesia services at hospital
2012 and 2014 Nicaplast/Eduplast Foundation Madison, WI
Volunteer/ pro bono independent anesthesia services in Nicaragua
Primarily Cleft Lip/Palate repair in socioeconomically deprived communities
Limited resources and creative operating situations
2014-2017 Aventus Anesthesia Duluth, MN
Independent anesthesia services for dental offices
2012-present Cloquet Memorial Hospital Cloquet, MN
Independent CRNA services at critical access hospital
Certifications
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NALS
Education
• 2002 Franciscan Skemp Healthcare School of Anesthesia, Masters in Nurse Anesthesia
• 1997 University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Interests
• Family vacations, camping, hunting, fishing, reading, exercising