FitDoc Podcast 5 - Fear of Anesthesia? We Share the FACTS vs. FICTION!

Dr. Ayesha McCoy is a certified anesthesiologist and a doctor that I work with personally! Having an anesthesiologist in the OR gives me peace of mind knowing that all my bases are covered during surgical procedures! At ACPS, we go extra lengths to ensure the safety of our patients, and having anesthesiologists like Dr. McCoy on our team does just that! In this episode we go over anesthesia A to Z, coving all the different kinds, debunking myths, and what you should expect from start to finish! I hope you learn something out of this and you're put to a little more ease when it comes to anesthesia! #plasticsurgeon #houstonplasticsurgeon #anesthesia #anesthesiologist Learn more about recovery timelines and surgery aftercare on our website: Dr. Morales Plastic Surgery Website - https://www.drmorales.com Phone - 713-999-9524 Address - 4400 Post Oak Pkwy Suite 300, Houston, TX 77027 Google Maps Link - https://maps.app.goo.gl/B4PUcdfHt9mJQ...! 0:00 Introduce Dr. McCoy 2:37 Types of Anesthesia 14:06 Michael Jackson Drug (propofol) 17:48 General Anesthesia and Facility Options 23:41 How to Get Ready for Anesthesia 27:10 Breathing Assistance Options 33:54 Don't Eat Before Anesthesia! 38:51 Allergies and Intolerances to Drugs 46:16 Meeting Your Anesthesiologist Before Surgery 49:29 Am I Going to Die? 57:02 CRNA vs. Anesthesiologist 1:08:21 Myths and Side Effects of Anesthesia 1:10:28 How Long Does it Last After Surgery? 1:14:31 Conclusion