The central role of the anesthesiologist in operating room management: toward an integrated clinical-organizational-technological paradigm

Abstract Efficiency in the operating room is often considered either in terms of clinical excellence or in terms of performance optimization through managerial approaches. However, these dichotomous models—clinician-centered versus engineer-led—fail to capture the complexity of modern surgical care....

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Main Authors: Valentina Bellini, Simone Priolo, Elena Bignami
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
Series:Journal of Anesthesia, Analgesia and Critical Care
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s44158-025-00263-w
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Summary:Abstract Efficiency in the operating room is often considered either in terms of clinical excellence or in terms of performance optimization through managerial approaches. However, these dichotomous models—clinician-centered versus engineer-led—fail to capture the complexity of modern surgical care. This paper therefore proposes a multidisciplinary model in which the anesthetist plays a central role, acting as an integrator of clinical needs and organizational logistics. As new technologies emerge, they should support a comprehensive vision that combines patient-centered care with organizational and technological considerations. This approach should complement, rather than replace, clinical judgment.
ISSN:2731-3786