A member of my family has had multiple surgeries in the course of two years.......and required anesthesia.
During all those procedures there were 4 well qualified physician anesthesiologists handling the patients.
A few months ago, thet ‘let go’ all four physician anesthesiologists......and replaced them with nurse anesthetists.......and one doctor to supervise the nurses.
Whether it was a response to Obamacare or ?......it did not instill confidence.
You may be well qualified.......but to a lay person, we have a right to ask our questions.
This is our loved one getting that anesthesia.
“A few months ago, thet ‘let go’ all four physician anesthesiologists......and replaced them with nurse anesthetists.......and one doctor to supervise the nurses.
Whether it was a response to Obamacare or ?......it did not instill confidence”
Yes that is an anesthesia care team approach & has been in use all over the United States for decades. The 1:4 ratio was set in the early ‘80s by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services. No need to have concern - studies have shown this to be THE SAFEST approach to anesthesia care. You are in good hands!