Familiarity between a surgeon and anesthesiologist was tied to improved postoperative outcomes for patients undergoing certain surgeries. Benefits were observed for high- and low-risk gastrointestinal ...

Surgery can be a daunting experience for many, whether it’s your first time or you’re familiar with the process. Being prepared and understanding what to expect ahead of time can alleviate stress and ...

After adopting young True, Dr. Amy Beethe also adopted True's sister, and then found homes for his four other siblings.

Providing anesthesia in a surgery center is different from practicing in the hospital setting, due to a different patient mix, environment and average case acuity. Thomas Wherry, MD, principal for ...

A recent Multiple Sclerosis Journal study that included data from 281 patients and 609 surgeries suggests post-operative MS relapse risk does not significantly differ from pre-operative relapse risk.

CPT copyright 2013 American Medical Association. All rights reserved. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.Anesthesiologists often ...

If you are planning to have surgery, you probably know that your surgeon is not the only person who will be taking care of you. A team of physicians, nurses and other medical professionals will be ...

The effects of general anesthesia or other surgery-related factors can sometimes trigger heartburn in the hours after the operation, but medication can usually ease discomfort. Common complications ...

People often worry if they'll panic or if it will hurt. Research and experience show that patients generally tolerate wide-awake surgery well.