May I choose my anesthesiologist?

You usually have a choice as to who your anesthesiologist will be. Your surgeon may refer you to an anesthesiologist or you may select one based on a personal recommendation or based on your own personal experience. However, you must make that choice known is advance so that arrangements may be made to honor your request. Since your anesthesiologist is responsible for your comfort, safety and medical care during surgery, it is important that you meet before entering the operating room.

Adapted from: "Anesthesia & You .. Know Your Anesthesiologist" Copyright 1993 by the American Society of Anesthesiologists. 520 N. Northwest Highway; Park Ridge, Illinois 60068-2573