Porto IPO loses anesthesiologists and "puts patient safety at risk," union accuses

The Sindicato dos Médicos do Norte claims that the anesthesiology department at IPO Porto has lost six specialists, jeopardizing patient safety. The hospital administration acknowledges a shortage of anesthesiologists, leading to increased pressure on services. Despite reorganizing operations to maintain activity, concerns arise over reduced consultation times, which contradict international recommendations. A letter from 23 anesthesiologists opposing these changes went unanswered. The hospital insists that all patients receive proper anesthetic evaluation before surgery, and recent adjustments aim to optimize resources while ensuring patient safety.