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 ...

July 20 (UPI) --For people undergoing major surgery, new research suggests they may want to check on the anesthesiologist's workload before a procedure that will put them to sleep. That's because the ...

Greater familiarity between a surgeon and anesthesiologist was associated with improved postoperative outcomes for patients undergoing certain surgeries, according to a Canadian retrospective cohort ...

A recent study published in PLOS One and conducted by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center researchers in Boston reveals virtual reality use during hand surgery led to significant reductions in ...

A woman has agreed to accept nearly $45,000 in damages after she reportedly woke up during heart surgery and was given the wrong medication. Patricia Otty, a 77-year-old woman who lives in the U.K., ...