An anesthesiologist is a doctor trained to administer anesthesia. Learn what the job entails, training involved, and how anesthesia is delivered safely.

A bunion is a bump on the side of your foot. Read about bunion surgery, including preparation and recovery. Reviewed by our board-certified surgeons.

Nausea and vomiting following surgery are common side effects resulting from anesthesia used during surgery. Here are tips to cope.

Learn what to expect on the day of surgery when you have a Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy). Reviewed by our board-certified surgeons.

Learn if high blood pressure affects the timing of surgery and how it is managed before, during, and after surgery.

Parathyroidectomy (parathyroid surgery) is a surgery that treats hyperparathyroidism. Learn about it, reviewed by our board-certified surgeons.

Find out what an epidural is, how it is administered, as well as the pros and cons of this type of pain management after surgery.

Cricothyrotomy is a procedure where a breathing tube is emergently placed through the cricothyroid membrane into the trachea.

A certified clinical perfusionist is a medical technician trained to perform cardiopulmonary bypass and operate a heart-lung machine during surgery.

What exactly is mediastinoscopy, what can you expect, and what are some possible complications of the procedure? Are there alternatives?