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    Assessment of Patient Satisfaction with Preoperative Anesthetic Evaluation and Associated Factors at Tash, Addis Abeba, Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-05) Regassa Samrawit; Ayele Blen
    Background: Patient satisfaction with preoperative anesthesia care is a key indicator of healthcare quality, influencing both patient experience and outcomes. In Ethiopia, limited evidence exists on the level of patient satisfaction with preoperative anesthetic evaluation, especially at Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH). Objective: To assess patient satisfaction with preoperative anesthesia care and identify associated factors among elective surgical patients at TASH. Methods: A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 331 patients undergoing elective surgery at TASH. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering socio-demographic data, clinical history, type of surgery, and perceptions of anesthetic care. Satisfaction was assessed and associated factors analyzed using descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression. Results: The overall satisfaction rate was 85%. Significant factors associated with satisfaction included perceived cleanliness of the preoperative clinic (p = 0.042), punctuality and availability of the anesthesia provider (p = 0.037), and adequacy of fasting instruction (p = 0.017). Educational level, ASA classification, and prior surgical history were not significantly associated. Conclusion: High patient satisfaction was reported with preoperative anesthetic evaluation. Interpersonal and environmental factors—such as communication, provider behavior, and clinic cleanliness—played a critical role in shaping patient perceptions. Enhancing these areas could further improve patient-centered care. Keywords: Patient satisfaction, anesthesia care, preoperative evaluation, Tikur Anbesa Hospital, Ethiopia