This lecture describes surgical tips on successful non-obese adult tracheostomy placement.

At the conclusion of this lecture, the learner should be able to:

• Understand relevant surgical anatomy involved with tracheostomy.
• Discuss ways to minimize surgical complications.
• Understand the location of carotid artery and recurrent laryngeal nerve within the surgical field.
• Discuss importance of entering the second or third tracheal ring for the tracheal opening.