Who provides anesthetic care?
Physicians who provide anesthesia are called anesthesiologists. They receive three or more years of specialty training in anesthesia after they finish medical school. Anesthesiologists may medically direct Registered nurses and Physicians assistants who can also perform anesthesia after 18 months to 2 years of additional training. These practitioners are called CRNAs and PAs, respectively. The American Society of Anesthesiologists recognizes both types of anesthetists and has guidelines for the Care Team relationship. Northside Anesthesiology Consultants, LLC. adheres to these guidelines.
