Pro-Con Debate: Anesthesiologist- Versus Hospitalist- Run Preoperative Clinics and Perioperative Care.
Publication/Presentation Date
3-1-2022
Abstract
In this Pro-Con commentary article, we discuss the models, value propositions, and opportunities of preoperative clinics run by anesthesiologists versus hospitalists and their role in perioperative care. The medical and anesthesia evaluation before surgery has pivoted from the model of "clearance" to the model of risk assessment, preparation, and optimization of medical and psychosocial risk factors. Assessment of these risk factors, optimization, and care coordination in the preoperative period has expanded the roles of anesthesiologists and hospitalists as members of the perioperative care team. There is ongoing debate regarding which model of preoperative assessment provides the most optimal preparation for the patient undergoing surgery. This article hopes to shed light on this debate with the data and perspectives on these care models.
Volume
134
Issue
3
First Page
466
Last Page
474
ISSN
1526-7598
Published In/Presented At
Hepner, D., Harrop, C. M., Whinney, C., & Gulur, P. (2022). Pro-Con Debate: Anesthesiologist- Versus Hospitalist- Run Preoperative Clinics and Perioperative Care. Anesthesia and analgesia, 134(3), 466–474. https://doi.org/10.1213/ANE.0000000000005877
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
35180163
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article