Importance of Prehabilitation and Rehabilitation in Anesthesia

Prehabilitation and rehabilitation play a crucial role in optimizing patient outcomes before and after a procedure. The idea of extending the role of anesthesiologists beyond the operating room to include prehabilitation and rehabilitation is gaining importance. However, it requires collaboration with other healthcare professionals and a multidisciplinary approach. Taking into account the individual needs of each patient, interventions such as cognitive screening, addressing anxiety, and patient education can be implemented to improve outcomes. It is vital for physicians to communicate and agree upon standardized definitions and terminology to facilitate accurate diagnosis and management of conditions like postoperative delirium. Embracing new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, can potentially aid in predicting and capturing delirium episodes. Overall, recognizing the value of prehabilitation and rehabilitation in anesthesia and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals can lead to improved patient care and outcomes.