Anesthesiologists
Anesthesia services at our surgery center are provided by True North Anesthesia. Their anesthesia professionals work closely with your surgeon and the surgical team to provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care before, during, and after your procedure.
Before your procedure, you will meet with a member of the True North Anesthesia team. They will review your medical history, evaluate your current health, discuss the anesthesia plan for your procedure, and answer any questions you may have. This is an opportunity to discuss any concerns and ensure you are well informed about your anesthesia care.
Types of Anesthesia:
General
Anesthesia medications are administered through an intravenous line to produce an unconscious state, which will be maintained throughout your procedure. After you are asleep a breathing tube will be inserted. At no time will you be aware of your surroundings.
Local, with Sedation
Your surgeon will inject a local anesthetic to numb the surgical site. In addition, medication will be given to you through your intravenous line to keep you comfortable. The anesthesiologist will monitor your vital signs and administer sedative medication via your intravenous line to keep you comfortable. Levels of consciousness can vary (from wide awake to asleep), depending on your preference.
Blocks
The anesthesiologist injects local anesthesia that temporarily causes the nerves to fall asleep and numbs the surgical site. The effects of the local anesthetic wear off after several hours. You may also have sedative medication administered through your intravenous line.
Regional (Spinal)
The anesthesiologist injects local anesthesia into your back. This temporarily causes the nerves to fall asleep and numbs the surgical site. The effects of the local anesthetic wear off after several hours. You may also choose to have sedative medication administered through your intravenous line.
About Our Fees
Anesthesiologists are physician specialists, like your primary care physician and surgeon. You will receive a separate bill specific to your anesthesia care. Anesthesia medication, supplies, and equipment will be included in your Downeast Surgery Center bill. If you have any questions about your insurance coverage, or if you need help making arrangements to pay your bill, please contact the business office.
Business Office
Telephone: 207-990-0928 (Jackie, ext. 501)
Fax: 207-990-3844