For a lot of us, anaesthesia isn’t really something we think about until we’re going in for surgery, and many of us might not fully understand what an anaesthetist does. Core anaesthesia practice involves assessing patients thoroughly and applying both physiological and pharmacological knowledge to best care for them through surgery. Anaesthetists ensure patients are optimally fit for surgery and plan their overall care before, during and after their procedure, sometimes known as the perioperati

A career in anaesthesia can be incredibly rewarding and is one of the most fascinating fields of medicine. It’s a diverse and dynamic discipline where everyday is different, and it offers a wide range of research and sub-specialist study opportunities. Being an anaesthetist is one of the most challenging career paths you can choose as a specialist-in-training. You’ll need to study for a minimum of five years; successfully complete two exams and commit to undertaking continuing professional devel