Anesthesiologist: meaning, definitions and examples

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anesthesiologist

 

[ ˌænəˌθiːziˈɒlədʒɪst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical profession

An anesthesiologist is a medical doctor specialized in anesthesia and pain management. They are responsible for administering anesthesia during surgeries and monitoring patients' vital signs throughout the procedure. Their expertise helps ensure patient safety and comfort before, during, and after surgical operations.

Synonyms

anesthesia provider, anesthetist, pain management specialist.

Examples of usage

  • The anesthesiologist prepared the patient for surgery.
  • She consulted with the anesthesiologist about pain management options.
  • The anesthesiologist monitored the patient during the procedure.
  • He is training to become an anesthesiologist after medical school.

Translations

Translations of the word "anesthesiologist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anestesista

🇮🇳 एनस्थीसियोलॉजिस्ट

🇩🇪 Anästhesist

🇮🇩 anestesiolog

🇺🇦 анестезіолог

🇵🇱 anestezjolog

🇯🇵 麻酔科医

🇫🇷 anesthésiste

🇪🇸 anestesiólogo

🇹🇷 anesteziolog

🇰🇷 마취과 의사

🇸🇦 طبيب التخدير

🇨🇿 anesteziolog

🇸🇰 anesteziológ

🇨🇳 麻醉医师

🇸🇮 anesteziolog

🇮🇸 svæfingarlæknir

🇰🇿 анестезиолог

🇬🇪 ანესთეზიოლოგი

🇦🇿 anestezioloq

🇲🇽 anestesiólogo

Etymology

The term 'anesthesiologist' dates back to the mid-19th century, roots stemming from the field of anesthesiology which became prominent during the advent of surgical anesthesia. The word derives from the Greek 'an-,' meaning 'without,' and 'aisthesis,' meaning 'sensation,' hence it originally referred to the practice of inducing insensitivity to pain. In modern times, it has evolved into a distinct medical specialty, allowing for complex surgical procedures to be performed safely and painlessly. The role of the anesthesiologist as a key member of the surgical team has grown over the decades, reflecting advancements in medical technology and pain management techniques.