Who is an anaesthetist ?

An anaesthetist is a doctor who has further specialised in anaesthesia after finishing a university medical degree, including extensive training in pain management, resuscitation, intensive/Critical Care. Your anaesthetist is responsible for your safety and care during surgery and the recovery from the operation. The anaesthetist will stay with you for the duration of the operation, making sure that your are anaesthetised and will constantly monitor vital functions such as breathing, heart rate and blood pressure. Another important role is to give pain relief so that when you wake up, you will be comfortable.