PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

anaesthetists

uh-NES-thuh-tists

Definition

Medical professionals who are trained to administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgical procedures.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'anaisthetos' meaning 'without sensation' or 'insensible,' which combines 'an-' (not) and 'aisthetikos' (sensitive).

In the news

The article mentions the MP's inclusion of a dedicated changing room for anaesthetists in the new medical theatre, highlighting the facility's design for specialized surgical staff.

MP targets health, education, security gaps in Yilo Krobo

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Ghana News Agency

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