A Brief Guide to Anesthesia and Surgery for the Intelligent Patient

Going Under

D. John Doyle (Autor)

Buch | Hardcover

132 Seiten

2025 | Unabridged edition
Cambridge Scholars Publishing (Verlag)
9781036457051 (ISBN)

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Facing surgery can be one of life's most daunting experiences. The thought of surrendering control and placing your body in the hands of a surgical team under general anesthesia can stir up anxiety and fear of the unknown. These emotions are completely normal, but they don't have to define your experience. With the right information and preparation, you can approach anesthesia and surgery with confidence and understanding.This book is a guide designed to provide clear, compassionate answers to the questions many patients and their families have about anesthesia and surgery. While surgical procedures are often discussed in detail, the intricacies of anesthesia—what keeps you pain-free and comfortable during surgery—are less frequently explored. This book unravels the mysteries of anesthesia, explaining what happens during surgery, the risks involved, and what to expect before, during, and after your procedure.Written for the intelligent general public, this guide covers everything from the role of the anesthesiologist and the types of anesthesia to potential side effects and the recovery process. Whether you're facing surgery yourself or caring for a loved one, this book provides the knowledge and tools to navigate the experience with a sense of control.

Dr D. John Doyle graduated from the University of Toronto Medical School, Canada in 1982 and subsequently pursued a residency in anesthesiology. He obtained Board Certification in Canada in 1986 and in the United States in 1989. Additional qualifications include a PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering awarded in 1986 and a DPhil degree awarded in 2017.He now holds the academic rank of Professor Emeritus at Case Western Reserve University, USA. He is past president of both the Society for Airway Management and the Society for Technology in Anesthesia.Over the course of his extensive career, he has witnessed numerous significant advancements in the fields of surgery, anesthesia, and operating room team dynamics.

Erscheinungsdatum	04.11.2025
Verlagsort	Newcastle upon Tyne
Sprache	englisch
Maße	148 x 212 mm
Themenwelt	Medizin / Pharmazie ► Allgemeines / Lexika
Themenwelt	Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Anästhesie
ISBN-13	9781036457051 / 9781036457051
Zustand	Neuware