How do we make anesthesia safe for your pet?

• Safe anesthetic protocol that is uniquely catered to each patient's needs
  • Adjusted for each patient based on weight, breed, age, underlying medical problems and any other pertinent issues
  • An appropriate anesthetic plan is the best way to prevent complications of anesthesia
• Aggressive anesthetic monitoring allows immediate detection and correction of any problems during anesthesia
  • Experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians to monitor anesthesia
  • Monitoring heart and respiratory rate
  • Continuous EKG during anesthesia
  • Use of heating pads to maintain body temperature
  • Use of inhaled gas (isoflurane) anesthesia which allows rapid adjustments in dose of anesthesia
  • Use of pain medications for painful procedures
  • Pulse oximety (measures oxygen levels in the blood) and blood pressure monitoring if needed
• Intravenous (IV) catheter and fluids
  • Supports blood volume and prevents low blood pressure during anesthesia
  • IV catheter allows instant access to the circulatory system in the event of complications
  • Recommended but not required for all patients
  Please contact our veterinarians at Animal Medical Hospital in Saint Petersburg, Florida (FL) at 727-896-7127 for more information.