16 October marks World Anaesthesia Day. In celebration of the great developments and achievements within the specialty of anaesthesia and the role of anaesthetists, this podcast series provides insight into three key areas – obstetric anaesthesia, neuroanaesthesia and managing COVID-19 – showcasing what anaesthesia is all about. In this episode podcast host Dr Sarah Muldoon and Dr David Bogod shine a light on the constant presence anaesthetists are on labour wards. Find out how anaesthetists support women giving birth from pre-consultation to postpartum recovery making sure the experience of childbirth is as pleasant as possible for everyone involved. Speakers: Dr David Bogod, Consultant Anaesthetist (recently retired) Dr Sarah Muldoon, Consultant Anaesthetist at King’s College Hospital Resources mentioned in this episode: Joint patient information leaflet on epidural pain relief LabourPains.com Please listen to our other two episodes in celebration of World Anaesthesia Day covering managing COVID-19 and neuroanaesthesia. Recorded on 24 September 2020 by the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
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