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Administer anesthesia during surgery or other procedures.

Anesthesiologists are physicians who administer anesthesia before, during, or after surgery or other medical procedures. They may provide general anesthesia, which puts a patient to sleep, or local anesthesia, which numbs only a certain area of the body.

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Education & Training	Graduate degree (any type) is needed for entry.
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On the Job	Work Activities Diagnose medical conditions. Administer anesthetics or sedatives to control pain. Implement advanced life support techniques. Position patients for treatment or examination. Prepare patients physically for medical procedures. Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources. Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues. Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities. Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments. Record patient medical histories.
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