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What is an Anesthesiologist Assistant?

 

Anesthesiologist assistants (AAs) are anesthetists who practice in the anesthesia care team mode under the direction of anesthesiologist. AAs participate in the provision of all types of anesthesia including administering drugs; obtaining vascular access; applying and interpreting monitors; establishing and maintaining the patient’s airway; assisting with preoperative assessment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MMSc Program in Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine

57 Executive Park South, Suite 300

Atlanta, GA 30329

Telephone:  404.727.5910   Fax:  404.727.3021

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Master of Medical Science Program in Anesthesiology, 57 Executive Park South, Atlanta, GA  30329

Phone  404 727 5910      Fax  404 727 3021

Copyright © Master of Medical Science Program in Anesthesiology, Emory University, 2008. All Rights Reserved.