Patient Education Documents

We recommend the Patient Education Documents created by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). Here are a few helpful brochures on anesthesia, pain management, and preparing for surgery.

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Taking Opioids for Pain? Some Hard Questions You Should Ask.

Preparing for Surgery: An Anesthesia Checklist

Seniors and Anesthesia

Awareness and Anesthesia

Outpatient Surgery and Anesthesia

Sedation, Analgesia, and Anesthesia