The Anesthesiologist: From Invisibility to Transparency

Drs. Richard Gillerman, Jim Mahoney, and Steve Parker
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Beforehand, I never knew the important role of the anesthesiologist. Now I realize the skills and importance of their work. And they were flawless during the trip. From left to right: Dr. Richard Gillerman was not only a tireless team leader, but a wonderful roommate. Dr. Jim Mahoney was a great jokester (the wrench in the picture did have a purpose!--to close off the oxygen take behind him). Dr. Steve Parker made an impression upon me the very first day when he told me I would be surprised about the vital nature of the anesthesiologist's work. And I was.