Spinal Anesthesia and Pediatric Circumcision: Fast, Effective, and Cheap

Adam Cole MD, MaineHealth
Emma Harwood MD, MaineHealth
Raeann Dalton DO, MaineHealth
Madeleine Powers BS, MaineHealth
Evelyn James MPH, MaineHealth
David Chalmers MD, MaineHealth
Lily C. Wang MD, PhD, MaineHealth

Presented at the 2026 Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat

Adam Cole- Resident

Emma Harwood- Resident

Raeann Dalton- Resident

Abstract

Aim: To evaluate and compare perioperative times, costs, and medication use between spinal and general anesthesia used for pediatric circumcisions.