THE ROLE OF THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST IN THE POSTOPERATIVE PERIOD: CLINICAL FUNCTIONS AND MULTIDISCIPLINARY SIGNIFICANCE

Аннотация

This article explores the critical role of theanesthesiologist in thepostoperative period, focusing on key responsibilities such as the management of vital signs, effective pain control, prevention of complications, and facilitation of patient recovery. As surgical care continues to evolve with growing emphasis on patient safety and outcome optimization, the anesthesiologist’s role has expanded beyond intraoperative anesthesia delivery to include active participation in post-surgical care. This paper outlines the clinical importance of postoperative anesthetic management, reviews current strategies used to ensure optimal recovery, and provides evidence- based perspectives on multidisciplinary collaboration in this phase. The discussion is structured according tothe IMRADformat to support scientific rigorand clarity. Keywords: anesthesiology, postoperative care, pain management, patient monitoring, recovery, clinical complications