An Anesthesiologist's Philosophy on Medical Clearance for Surgical Patients
Abstract
Abstract To the Editor: —From our viewpoint, Dr Choi's editorial1 concerning the role of the internist in the preoperative evaluation of the surgical patient was not only timely, but insightful as well. We are sure that most anesthesiologists wholeheartedly agree with his thoughts.Certain points deserve emphasis, others may be modified. First, the motivation for requesting a medical consultation is all too often confused, thereby precipitating misunderstanding. For instance, if the...