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anesthetist

/ˈænɛsθɪtɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does anesthetist mean?

noun

A healthcare professional who administers anesthetics to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures. An anesthetist may also be responsible for monitoring patients' vital signs and adjusting the anesthetic as needed.

Example

"The anesthetist carefully monitored the patient's vital signs during the surgery."

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