"Without modern anesthesia, there is no modern surgery." Most people think anesthesiologists simply "put people to sleep." But according to Dr. Robert Singleton II, their role goes far beyond that. From managing your breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, and pain to ensuring your safety during surgery, anesthesiologists are a critical part of every successful procedure. In this clip from Black Health Unfiltered, Dr. Singleton breaks down the vital role anesthesia plays in modern medicine and explains why patient safety is at the center of everything anesthesiologists do. Watch this eye-opening conversation and gain a new appreciation for the doctors working behind the scenes to save lives every day. Find the podcast on YouTube Music, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Amazon Music, or the Mean Ole Lion Media app. #BlackHealthUnfiltered #DrIanSmith #Anesthesiology #BlackDoctors #HealthcareHeroes #PatientSafety #Surgery #MedicalEducation #HealthAwareness #BlackHealth #Medicine #Healthcare #DoctorLife #MedicalProfessionals #MeanOleLionMedia - @molmedia