PATIENT EDUCATION
Printer FriendlyREQUESTING AN ANESTHESIOLOGIST
You usually have a choice as to who your
anesthesiologist will be. Your surgeon may refer you to an anesthesiologist
or you may select one based on a personal recommendation or based on your
own previous experience.
However, you must make that choice known in advance so that arrangements may
be made to honor your request. Since your anesthesiologist is responsible
for your comfort, safety and medical care during surgery, it is important
that you meet before entering the operating room.
Information Adapted from the
American Society of Anesthesiologists.