# Pedi-Anesth

> Pediatric anesthesia and critical care clinical information and drug calculator. (iPhone/iPad app by Auckland District Health Board.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedi-anesth/id1019040157 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Auckland District Health Board](https://appshunter.io/developer/1019040156)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.35/5 from 60 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedi-anesth/id1019040157/reviews.md

## What is Pedi?

This phone app is a welcome addition to the textbook A Practice of Anesthesia for Infants and Children, Elsevier, Inc (by Charles J. Coté, Jerrold Lerman and Brian Anderson). 

This very user-friendly design and interface of the advanced app presents a trove of valuable clinical information for the practitioner. Specifically, the app includes a quick drug calculator for most pediatric anesthesia and critical care medications (including antibiotics, sedatives and local anesthetics), management of emergency situations including anaphylaxis, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, difficult airway algorithms, and malignant hyperthermia, as well as diagrams of all major congenital heart lesions complete with bullet points for their anesthesia related management. In addition, guidelines for blood component therapy, dosing of inotropes, diagnosis and management of diabetes insipidus, endotracheal tube size based on age and much more important information is included. This advanced app version will be updated approximately every 6 months with exciting new data, tables and diagrams.

## Key features

- Pediatric drug calculator
- Emergency management protocols
- Congenital heart lesion diagrams
- Difficult airway algorithms
- CPR and anaphylaxis management
- Blood component therapy guidelines

## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pedi-anesth/id1019040157/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Operational again

*2018-05-09, version 1.2.1*

With the last IOS upgrade, our app for Apple required several layers of modifications but we are pleased that it is now online and fully operational. Sorry for the interruption. The authors will be upgrading the app soon after the release of the next of the textbook A Practice of Anesthesia for Infants and Children in the first quarter of 2018.

### 5/5 — Issued fixed

*2018-05-01, version 1.2.1*

Crashing issue fixed!

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

### 1/5 — Nope. Still bad.

*2017-12-23, version 1.2.0*

Thought the app was fixed, but now even though it opens, if you try to actually use it every page takes you to a scrolling weight wheel and no other info is displayed.

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

### 5/5 — Outstanding!

*2017-12-20, version 1.2.0*

This app is back up and running! So glad. One of the most useful Anesthesiology apps I’ve found to date. Definitely an essential during residency.

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

### 5/5 — Won’t open with new OS update

*2017-12-19, version 1.2.0*

*Edit #2* This app has finally been updated and works well again. One of my favorites for a quick reference when taking care of the kiddos. Here’s hoping the developers are more responsive to updates in the future. 

*Edit* I have changed my review to one star as several months later there is so no update and the app is entirely unusable. I paid for the pro version, and despite that, I still can't get any support. This is a five star app when it works, but the lack of support and updates make this a one star app currently. 

I initially rated this 4 stars because of how helpful this app is. However, it won’t open after upgrading to the new OS. No support appears to be available via their website. Will get 5 stars when this gets addressed.

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question. It will be great if you can review again.

### 1/5 — Worthless

*2017-12-05, version 1.1*

I paid for pro and with no updates it is completely WORTHLESS

### 1/5 — Won’t open with iOS update

*2017-11-16, version 1.1*

Please fix this. I paid for this app and now can’t open it without it immediately crashing! The app support website link is dead.

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

### 1/5 — Great when it used to work

*2017-11-14, version 1.1*

I would give this a 5/5 but within the last month or so the app doesn’t open any more and automatically closes. I have the most updated version of the app and even reinstalled it after the latest IOS update as of 11/13/17. Was very useful for dosing, airway guidance, and liked the overall features of the app. I am willing to change my review if they can get this app working again.

### 3/5 — Was a great app-needs updating

*2017-11-05, version 1.1*

I really enjoyed this app and found it very useful in pre-planning for peds cases. However, since the latest iOS update, the app does not work. It crashes upon opening. Please update!!!

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

### 2/5 — Bug with iOS update?

*2017-10-30, version 1.1*

The app has a nice interface however currently the app is not able to open. This may coincide with upgrading my iOS which makes me think some maintenance work needs to be done. Please fix this bug to make the app current and functional with the newest iOS.

**Developer response:** We're very sorry for some issue with iOS 11. The issue has been fixed and you can continue to use the app by updating to v1.2.0. Please contact us via lhadvanced@gmail.com if you have any question.

## Frequently asked questions about Pedi

### What does the Pedi-Anesth app do?

This app serves as a comprehensive clinical resource for pediatric anesthesia and critical care. It offers a drug calculator for various medications, management strategies for emergencies like anaphylaxis and CPR, and detailed information on congenital heart lesions, among other critical data points.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a quick drug calculator for pediatric anesthesia and critical care medications, protocols for managing emergency situations such as anaphylaxis and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, algorithms for difficult airways, and diagrams of congenital heart lesions with management points. It also provides guidelines for blood component therapy and inotrope dosing.

### How much does Pedi-Anesth cost?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid app. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model for access to its features and content.

### Who is the target audience for Pedi-Anesth?

The app is designed for medical practitioners, particularly those involved in pediatric anesthesia and critical care. This includes anesthesiologists, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals who regularly manage infants and children in these specialized fields.

### How often is the app updated?

The app is planned to be updated approximately every six months. These updates will introduce new data, tables, and diagrams, ensuring that users have access to the most current and relevant clinical information for pediatric anesthesia and critical care.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.2.1 — 2018-01-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes

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