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How long does it take to get a anesthesiologist for a labor epidural?
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Varies: This varies greatly with the institution and their staffing, time of day and how busy the rest of the hospital is. You should discuss this with your OB prior to delivery.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Should not be long: Less than 30 minutes in general. Depends on time of day, what else is going on in hospital wtc.
Answered 3/5/2013
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