Anesthesiologist – canton of St. Gallen

Anesthesiologist: what to know

An anesthesiologist is the doctor responsible for anaesthesia and for monitoring vital functions during a procedure. They assess your health before the operation, choose the appropriate technique, general or regional, and manage pain after the procedure.

When to book an appointment

• A pre-anaesthetic assessment before a planned operation
• Questions about the type of anaesthesia proposed
• A previous reaction to an anaesthetic
• Managing pain after a surgical procedure

Costs in Switzerland

When the procedure is covered by compulsory basic health insurance (LAMal/KVG), the anaesthesia and the prior consultation are usually covered too, depending on your insurer.