anaesthetist
Britishnoun
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US name: anesthesiologist. a qualified doctor specializing in the administration of anaesthetics
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a person qualified to administer anaesthesia, often a nurse or someone other than a physician Compare anesthesiologist
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But consultant anaesthetist Dr Marks warned the lack of a national scope of practice - with clear limits and standards - would still put patients at risk.
From BBC • Nov. 12, 2024
"The RMO was called twice during the night but failed to appreciate that the deterioration in her condition necessitated an escalation to the surgeon or anaesthetist," the coroner said.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2024
Overnight surgery means the patient requires an overnight stay and the surgeon and anaesthetist will remain on the hospital site, for example for a hernia.
From BBC • Feb. 29, 2024
In an emotional interview with the BBC's Breakfast, Ms O'Malley, a consultant anaesthetist, said carrying a knife was "no different" to carrying a gun.
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024
It has also a woman anaesthetist, and some of the minor posts, such as clinical assistant to the outpatients, pathologist, etc., are open to them.
From Women Workers in Seven Professions by Morley, Edith J.
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