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    American Society of Anesthesiologists

    Anesthesia 101

    Get the anesthesia basics

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    Pain Management

    Why physician anesthesiologists are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of pain

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    About ASA

    Foremost advocate for all patients who require anesthesia or relief from pain

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    • When Seconds Count

      Physician Anesthesiologists Save Lives

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    • FAQ

      Get answers to questions asked by patients about surgery and anesthesia.

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    Our Mission

    Anesthesiologists: Physicians providing the lifeline of modern medicine. Founded in 1905, the American Society of Anesthesiologists is an educational, research and scientific association with 46,000 members organized to raise and maintain the standards of the medical practice of anesthesiology and improve the care of the patient. The society’s achievements have made it an important voice in American Medicine and the foremost advocate for all patients who require anesthesia or relief from pain.

    As physicians, anesthesiologists are responsible for administering anesthesia to relieve pain and for managing vital life functions including breathing, heart rhythm and blood pressure during surgery. After surgery, anesthesiologists maintain the patient in a comfortable state during the recovery and are involved in the provision of critical care medicine in the intensive care unit.

    ASA and its members stand for access to safe and leading care. Anesthesiologists provide or oversee more than 90 percent of the 40 million estimated anesthetics administered in the U.S. each year. They also are committed to research and education to advance the specialty and improve patient safety.

    For more information on the field of anesthesiology, visit the ASA Web site at www.asahq.org. For patient information, visit www.LifelinetoModernMedicine.com.



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      Last Updated: February 13th, 2012

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        On Dec 03

        How does a spinal block work during labor and delivery?

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Apr 01

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        During a C-section, regional anesthesia involves the administration of a spinal or epidural anesthetic into the mother’s lower back. When this happens, the mother is awake for the delivery bu...

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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
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        What is spinal cord stimulation for pain management?

        Spinal cord stimulation is a form of stimulation used in pain management for controlling persistent pain after back surgery, complex regional pain syndrome, pain with peripheral vascular disease an...

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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Jun 19, 2019

        How can I manage labor pain?

        Follow these tips to ease labor discomforts: Do relaxation and breathing techniques taught in childbirth class. Have your partner massage or firmly press on your lower back. Change positions o...

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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Jun 06, 2019

        How can wearing high heels hurt my feet?

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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Jun 03, 2019

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        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Apr 05, 2019

        How should I prepare my child for surgery?

        The anesthesiologist and the surgeon will do their best to make your child's visit to the hospital as pleasant as possible; however, you also have a key role to play in your child's care. I...

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Apr 05, 2019

        Can I accompany my child into the operating room when she has surgery?

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

        How will my pain be managed after surgery?

        There are several ways to achieve pain control after surgery: Pain medications administered by mouth—this will likely be used if your pain is not very severe. Intravenous pain medications...

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

        What should I tell my anesthesiologist during my preoperative exam?

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

        Can I choose the anesthesiologist for my surgery?

        You may have a choice as to who your anesthesiologist will be. Your surgeon may refer you to an anesthesiologist or you may request one based on a personal recommendation or based on your own previ...

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

        What job does an anesthesiologist perform during surgery?

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

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      • American Society of Anesthesiologists
        American Society of Anesthesiologists has answered a question
        On Mar 15, 2019

        How risky is anesthesia?

        Due to advances in patient safety, the risks of anesthesia are very low. Over the past 25 years, anesthesia-related deaths have decreased from two deaths per 10,000 anesthetics administered to one ...

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