Episode 9 of the NovPod is all about recovering the patient from anaesthesia. We discuss what makes the recovery area so important, common problems you may come across and some top tips for managing a patient recovering from anaesthesia. The Novpod: a beginner's guide to anaesthetics is created, edited, and co-hosted by Dr Eoin Dore and Dr Duncan Kemp. We are two anaesthetic registrars on a mission to help our new anaesthetic colleagues get to know some of the new concepts you will come across in your novice period, hopefully helping to take away any anxiety around starting your time in anaesthetics. The NovPod is presented by Anaesthesia on Air, in association with the Royal College of Anaesthesia. Please note that all opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views of the RCoA. References/links: RCoA novice guide E-learning for healthcare - e-LA module 1: Introduction to clinical anaesthesia > 06 Postoperative Management > 17 Post-operative recovery E-learning for healthcare - e-LA module 02 - Consolidating Basic Clinical Practice > 07 Postoperative and Recovery Care > 37 Common problems in recovery