The anesthesiologist
Example: The anesthesiologist prepares the patient for surgery carefully.
Definition
"The anesthesiologist" is a medical professional specializing in administering anesthesia to patients before and during surgical procedures to ensure they do not feel pain. They carefully monitor the patient's vital signs and adjust anesthesia levels as needed throughout the operation.
Etymology
The word "anesthesiologist" comes from the Greek roots 'an-' meaning 'without,' 'aisthēsis' meaning 'sensation,' and '-logist' meaning 'one who studies.' It literally refers to someone who studies or practices the removal of sensation, specifically pain, during medical procedures.
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"The anesthesiologist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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