Expert care at every stage of
your procedure.
From preparing for a procedure to monitoring you throughout surgery and supporting your recovery afterward, Pikeville Medical Center's anesthesia team provides comprehensive perioperative care focused on your comfort and safety.
SERVING
Pikeville Medical Center
CONTINUOUS MONITORING
Throughout Your Procedure
CARE TEAM
Anesthesiologists & CRNAs
COMPREHENSIVE ANESTHESIA CARE
More than keeping you comfortable during the surgery.
Anesthesiology is an important part of your care before, during and after many surgical, obstetric, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Before a procedure, the anesthesia team evaluates your medical history and individual needs. During your procedure, your anesthesia professional carefully manages your anesthesia while continuously monitoring important body functions. Afterward, the team continues to support your comfort and recovery.
Your safety comes first.
Your anesthesia team monitors vital functions throughout your procedure and adjusts your care based on your individual condition and needs.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Care before, during and after your procedure.
Your anesthesia care begins before your procedure starts and continues through your recovery.
Before Your Procedure
Your anesthesia professional reviews your health history, medications, previous experiences with anesthesia and other factors that may affect your care.
During Your Procedure
Your anesthesia team administers and manages anesthesia while monitoring vital functions and responding to changes throughout the procedure.
After Your Procedure
As anesthesia wears off, your care team continues monitoring your recovery and works with your clinical team to help manage discomfort and other effects of anesthesia.
Personalized for Your Procedure
Different procedures require different approaches.
The type of anesthesia used depends on your procedure, health history and individual clinical needs.
General Anesthesia
Medicines are used to produce a controlled state of unconsciousness during certain procedures.
Regional Anesthesia
Medication may be used to numb a larger area of the body while you remain awake or receive additional sedation.
Local Anesthesia
A specific area of the body may be numbed for smaller procedures while you remain conscious.
Sedation
Medication may help you relax or become sleepy during certain diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
FOCUSED ON SAFETY
Close monitoring throughout your care.
During anesthesia, your care team continuously evaluates important body functions and your response to anesthesia so treatment can be adjusted when necessary.
Heart Rate
Blood Pressure
Oxygen Levels
Breathing
Body Temperature
Response to Anesthesia
OUR TEAM
Meet PMC's anesthesia team.
Pikeville Medical Center's anesthesia team includes physician anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists working together to provide perioperative care.
Common Questions.
Will I meet my anesthesia provider before my procedure?
Your anesthesia team will evaluate you as part of your perioperative care. This gives you an opportunity to discuss your health history, previous experiences with anesthesia and questions or concerns about your care.
Why does the anesthesia team need my medication list?
Prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements can affect anesthesia or interact with other medications used during a procedure. Providing an accurate medication list helps your care team plan appropriately.
Should I mention previous problems with anesthesia?
Yes. Tell your anesthesia team about any previous reactions, difficult airway or intubation experiences, severe nausea, allergies or other concerns related to anesthesia.
How will I know which type of anesthesia I will receive?
The anesthesia approach depends on the procedure being performed, your health history and other individual factors. Your care team will discuss the planned approach with you.