Faust's Anesthesiology Review vs Induction Planner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Faust's Anesthesiology Review
This app provides a comprehensive review of anesthesiology topics for certification and practice. Authored by Mayo Clinic physicians, it covers the latest advances, guidelines, and protocols in a succinct format with visual aids and search functionality. An in-app purchase unlocks all content, with subscription options for continuous updates.
- Concise clinical synopses of exam topics
- Covers latest advances, procedures, and guidelines
- Includes new chapters on current anesthesiology trends
- Visual aids like boxes, tables, and charts
- SmartSearch technology for quick information retrieval
- Offline content access after initial download
- Note-taking and content customization
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"Try before you buy" - Download the FREE App, which includes sample content. An in-App purchase is required to unlock all content. Faust's Anesthesiology Review is an outstanding review tool that offers concise content on everything needed for certification, recertification, or as a refresher for anesthesiology practice, covering a broad range of important and timely topics. Save valuable time with this trusted resource as you master the latest advances, procedures, guidelines, and protocols in anesthesiology. Authored by current and former physicians at the Mayo Clinic, Faust's Anesthesiology Review, 6th Edition, is an invaluable review source for success on exams and in practice. It covers a broad range of important and timely topics in a succinct, easy-to-read format, providing the essential information you need to master the latest advances, procedures, guidelines, and protocols in anesthesiology. Key Features Provides in-depth, yet succinct clinical synopses of all topic areas found on the ABA/ASA exam, with the perfect amount of information to ensure exam success. Contains five new chapters: Principles of Preoperative Evaluation; Anesthesia for Patients who are Lactating; Peripheral Nerve Blocks of the Anterior Trunk; Sustainability in Anesthesiology and the Operating Room; and Anesthesia During a Pandemic. Covers the core knowledge needed to succeed in today’s anesthesiology practice, including awake craniotomy, non-OR anesthesia (NORA), neuromodulation, using arterial pressure waveform to derive cardiac output, enhanced recovery (ERAS) pathways, chemical dependency in anesthesia personnel, lung transplantation, anesthesia for robotic surgery, and more. Includes boxes, tables, charts, and graphs throughout to provide visual guidance and summarize critical information. Features concise chapters for efficient review and effective recall, making this an ideal study tool for certification, recertification, or as a refresher for anesthesiology practice. App allows access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, and make notes. No internet connection is required to access the content after the initial download. Find information quickly using powerful SmartSearch technology. Search part of term for those hard to spell medical terms. Content licensed from printed ISBN 10: 0323879160 Content licensed from printed ISBN 13: 9780323879163 SUBSCRIPTION : Please choose an auto renewable subscription plan to receive content access & continuous updates. Your subscription automatically renews as per your plan, so you always have the latest content. Yearly auto-renewing payments-$69.99 Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription may be managed by the user & auto-renewal can be disabled at any time by going to your device “Settings” and tapping “iTunes & App Store”. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. If you have any questions or comments, email us any time: customersupport@skyscape.com or call 508-299-30000 Privacy Policy-https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/privacypolicy.aspx Terms and Conditions-https://www.skyscape.com/terms-of-service/licenseagreement.aspx Editors: Terence L. Trentman & Brantley D. Gaitan & Bhargavi Gali & Rebecca L. Johnson & Jeffrey T. Mueller & J. Ross Renew & Toby N. Weingarten Publisher: Elsevier
Induction Planner
This clinical reference tool provides anesthesia providers with offline access to essential data for case preparation and emergency management. It includes dose calculators, surgical case information, airway planning, and crisis algorithms, all designed for use in the operating room.
- Offline dose calculators for induction agents
- Surgical case database with anesthetic techniques
- Dynamic airway sizing guides
- Crisis algorithms for OR emergencies
- Regional anesthesia quick reference
- 100% offline functionality
- Dark mode optimized interface
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Anesthesia Induction Planner is a comprehensive, 100% offline clinical reference tool designed specifically for anesthesia providers. Built for SRNAs, CRNAs, and Anesthesiologists, this application provides rapid cognitive support in the operating room, streamlining case preparation and critical event management. Whether you are prepping for a complex case, calculating weight-based induction dosages, or navigating an intraoperative emergency, this app puts essential clinical data right in your pocket—no Wi-Fi or cellular signal required. CORE FEATURES THE INDUCTION CALCULATOR • Rapid, weight-based dose calculators for common induction agents, paralytics, and vasoactive medications. • Instantly adjusts for patient metrics to ensure precise, individualized dosing. SURGICAL CASE DATABASE • Access an offline library of over 85 distinct surgical cases. • Review surgical considerations, recommended anesthetic techniques, estimated blood loss, and fluid management strategies in seconds. AIRWAY PLANNING & SIZING • Dynamic airway sizing guides based on patient demographics. • Quick reference for endotracheal tubes, LMAs, and difficult airway equipment preparation. CRISIS ALGORITHMS • Immediate access to Stanford-based cognitive aids for operating room emergencies. • Step-by-step algorithms for malignant hyperthermia, anaphylaxis, local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST), massive hemorrhage, and more. REGIONAL ANESTHESIA • Quick reference guides for common regional blocks, including dermatome mapping and recommended local anesthetic dosing. DESIGNED FOR THE OR • 100% Offline Functionality: Your operating room doesn't always have cellular service, and neither does this app. Every calculation, protocol, and database is stored locally on your device. • Zero Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit any Protected Health Information (PHI). Patient metrics entered for calculations are permanently erased the moment you close the app. • Dark Mode Optimized: Designed with an interface that is easy to read in dimly lit operating rooms without blinding you or the surgical team. DISCLAIMER The Anesthesia Induction Planner is designed solely as an educational and reference tool. It is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a licensed healthcare provider. Always independently verify medication dosages, contraindications, and treatment algorithms prior to clinical implementation.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Induction Planner at 5.0 against Faust's Anesthesiology Review's 3.7. Induction Planner also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). Faust's Anesthesiology Review's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Faust's Anesthesiology Review sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $69.99 per year. Induction Planner asks for nothing beyond the download.
Induction Planner holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
| Parameter | Faust's Anesthesiology Review | Induction Planner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 46 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Skyscape Medpresso Inc | Komlavi Gotah |
In-app purchases
Faust's Anesthesiology Review
- Fausts Anes Rev 1 Year Sub$69.991 Year
Induction Planner
No in-app purchases
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