Communicating Information to the Patient Clearly and at the Correct Times Throughout the Perioperative Journey is the second of a four-part series that provides more information and insight about ASA's Enhancing Patient Communications Program.
When first meeting with patients who are about to have surgery, I've found many are more afraid of the anesthesia than the procedure itself. That's understandable – they've built a relationship with the surgeon, but are meeting me for the first time and I literally have their life in my hands. By making a connection with the patient, I can assure them of my expertise and that my number one goal is to provide them safe and personalized care.
Building that level of trust and comfort is important in every step of the patient journey, starting with being upfront about what they can expect, from the logistics of the procedure to the pain they will...
