Anesthesia Explained: Risks, Benefits, and What to Expect | Scrubs to Stilettos

What happens behind the scenes when you’re under anesthesia? Well, that’s what this episode is all about. Anesthesia isn’t just about putting you to sleep. It’s a delicate art of balancing the right medication to make sure you are pain-free, safe, and comfortable. In this episode, we break down everything from local numbing agents to full-body anesthesia and discuss why it's so important to share your medical history, allergies, and concerns with your anesthesiologist. So, whether you're prepping for surgery or just curious about how anesthesia works, we’ve got the scoop on all things anesthesia. And hey, if you’re about to go under, talk to your anesthesiologist, and be honest! In this Episode: 00:00 Our weekly obsessions 03:47 Anesthesia 101: Meet your anesthesia experts 07:41 What does ASA status mean? 13:50 Types of anesthesia explained 20:13 How doctors choose the type of anesthetic to use 22:44 The difference between spinal anesthesia and epidural 33:30 Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) 36:00 The importance of patient honesty before anesthesia 38:34 Medical solutions to manage PONV 40:45 How you can be the best surgical patient 47:53 Anesthesia safety and recovery tips Order Dr. Tiffany Moon's Book, Joy Prescriptions: https://joyprescriptions.com/ Connect with Dr. Nicole Martin: Website: https://www.nicolemartinmd.com/ Instagram:   / drnicolemartin   Connect with Dr. Tiffany Moon: Website: https://www.tiffanymoonmd.com/ YouTube:    / @tiffanymoonmdofficial   Instagram:   / tiffanymoonmd   TikTok:   / tiffanymoonmd   Follow Scrubs to Stilettos: Instagram:   / scrubs_to_stilettos   YouTube:    / @scrubstostilettos