Anesthesia Clinic

The Anesthesia Clinic is open to patients scheduled for a surgical procedure at our hospital. The goal of Anesthesia Clinic is to help our staff determine your needs as a patient, and prepare you for your surgery. 

Location

The Anesthesia Clinic is within Ambulatory Care, Level 1 of the North tower 1N 600.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Referrals

Patients are seen by referral from their surgeon. 

Physician

Referrals must be completed by a surgeon. To refer a patient for the Anesthesia Clinic, please complete the request on the Eventus Booking form.   A Cumulative Patient Profile must be sent at the time of referral.

Patients

Once referred, we will call you to book an appointment.

Services

• Pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation.
• Review of surgical-anesthetic process, risks and alternatives. 
• Review of pre-anesthetic instruction. 

Preparation

• Ensure you have your Ontario Health Card or proof of medical coverage
• Prepare a list of current prescription and non-prescription medication.
• Review your pre-operative planning package. 
• Write down any questions you may have.
• Arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to your appointment
• Check-in at the registration desk 

What to expect

• Your visit may take up to an hour or more.
• You will meet with a pre-operative nurse and a anesthesiologist. Depending on your case, you may also meet with an internal medicine physician.
• Blood and other laboratory work may be required depending on the assessment.  

COVID-19

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to safe, quality, patient-centered care. To ensure the safety of patients, visitors and staff, we have made some important changes. Please review them before coming to hospital.

• Screening
• Wearing a mask
• Admitting & Registration
• Visitors
• Physical distancing

Contact

Anesthesia Clinic
P: 905- 336-4110
F: 905-681-4879