The Pediatrician’s Role in the Evaluation and Preparation of Pediatric Patients Undergoing Anesthesia

PEDIATRICS 2026

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Authors: Rita Agarwal, Tammy Wang, Christina D. Diaz, Jesse M. Hackell, Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Christina D. Diaz, Elizabeth T. Drum, Justin L. Lockman, Justin Long, Lena S. Y. Sun, Brittany L. Willer, Debnath Chatterjee
+8 more Robin Warner, Brian Bowman, Nelson Branco, Carolyn Cleary, Mona Doss Roberts, Elizabeth Hawse, Cailly Howell-McLean, Tomitra Latimer
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2025-075744
Cited by: 3
References: 36

Abstract

Pediatricians play a key role in preparing patients and families for anesthesia and surgery by primarily addressing 2 major areas of concern. The first involves preparation and ensures that the patient is in optimal medical condition for surgery and that the patient and family are emotionally and cognitively ready for surgery. The second category concerns logistics and addresses the necessary communication and prerequisites to enable safe passage through the perioperative process. This revised report updates the recommendations for the pediatrician's role in the perioperative preparation of patients.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes Nausea and vomiting management

Publication details

Journal / source
PEDIATRICS
Publisher
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Volume
157
Issue
3
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN