Who is Giving Your Anesthesia During Surgery?

In some states, nurse anesthetists work under the supervision of an anesthesiologist. In others, CRNAs practice independently. CRNAs are not permitted to supervise other anesthesia providers, such as anesthesia assistants.

Currently, there are approximately 37,000 CRNAs that provide the majority of hands-on anesthesia care and practice in all 50 states.

• Who is Monitoring Your Sedation During Surgery?
• Anesthesiologists: Physicians Who Provide Anesthesia
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs): Nurses Who Provide Anesthesia
• Anesthesiologist Assistants: Professionals Who Provide Anesthesia
• Dentists and Oral Surgeons: Providers of Anesthesia For Dental Procedures