anesthesiologist (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˌniːsθiːziˈɒlədʒɪst/

Definition

A medical doctor who specializes in administering anesthesia to patients before, during, and after medical procedures.

Examples

• The anesthesiologist checked my vital signs before the operation.

• She trained for many years to become a skilled anesthesiologist.

• Patients often have a brief consultation with the anesthesiologist before surgery.

How to Use anesthesiologist

administer anesthesia (collocation)

To give a patient medication to prevent pain during surgery. — "The anesthesiologist will administer anesthesia before the operation begins."

specialize in (prepositional phrase)

To concentrate on a particular subject or activity. — "She decided to specialize in pediatric anesthesiology."

work with (collocation)

To collaborate or be employed in conjunction with others. — "Anesthesiologists work with surgeons and nurses in the operating room."

Synonyms of anesthesiologist

Words with a similar meaning to anesthesiologist:

• anesthetist
• anaesthetist

Antonyms of anesthesiologist

Words with the opposite meaning to anesthesiologist:

• surgeon
• physician

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