EXPERT
Dr. Jeffrey Astbury, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Jeffrey Astbury is an anesthesiologist practicing in Allison Park, PA. Dr. Astbury ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Astbury also might help manage pain after an operation.
32 years
Experience
Dr. Jeffrey Astbury, M.D.
- Allison Park, PA
- Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa
- Accepting new patients
No results found
How long is general anesthesia for the gastric sleeve?
However long the surgery takes,plus a few minutes depending on various conditions.
What kind of anesthesia do you get for prostate biopsy?
Usually oral or intravenous sedation. I had intravenous sedation but oral would have been acceptable also. Sincerely, Dr. Astbury Jeffrey Astbury, MD,FASE,FACC,FASA,MSBE,MSEE Vice-Chairman READ MORE
Usually oral or intravenous sedation. I had intravenous sedation but oral would have been acceptable also. Sincerely, Dr. Astbury Jeffrey Astbury, MD,FASE,FACC,FASA,MSBE,MSEE Vice-Chairman of Cardiovascular Services Director of Perioperative Echocardiography Butler Health System Clinical Assistant Professor Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is heel surgery done under local anesthesia?
It depends on the details of the procedure. Most likely, we would give some sedation and the surgeon would administer local anesthesia. More significant surgery would require general READ MORE
It depends on the details of the procedure. Most likely, we would give some sedation and the surgeon would administer local anesthesia. More significant surgery would require general anesthesia, spinal anesthesia or a popliteal nerve block.
Can sinus surgery be done with local anesthesia?
No general anesthesia with a breathing tube
What kind of anesthesia is used for ear tube surgery?
Of course there are many factors involved, but usually Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE Vice Chairman of Cardiovascular Services Director of Perioperative Echocardiography Department READ MORE
Of course there are many factors involved, but usually
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
Vice Chairman of Cardiovascular Services
Director of Perioperative Echocardiography
Department of Anesthesiology
Butler Health System
Clinical Assistant Professor
Lake Erie School of Osteopathic Medicine
jastbury@zoominternet.net
412-849-6105
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
Vice Chairman of Cardiovascular Services
Director of Perioperative Echocardiography
Department of Anesthesiology
Butler Health System
Clinical Assistant Professor
Lake Erie School of Osteopathic Medicine
jastbury@zoominternet.net
412-849-6105
Can thyroid surgery be done with local anesthesia?
No one would recommend that approach. It is delicate surgery and the patient needs to be completely still. But there are different approaches that may work well for them.
Is it dangerous to go under anesthesia with diabetes?
It is very common for surgical patients to have diabetes. We routinely check blood sugar in diabetics unless they are self-monitoring.
Best regards,
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, READ MORE
It is very common for surgical patients to have diabetes. We routinely check blood sugar in diabetics unless they are self-monitoring.
Best regards,
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
Vice-Chairman of Cardiovascular Services
Director of Perioperative Echocardiography
Department of Anesthesiology
Butler Health System
Clinical Assistant Professor
Lake Erie School of Osteopathic Medicine
Best regards,
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
Vice-Chairman of Cardiovascular Services
Director of Perioperative Echocardiography
Department of Anesthesiology
Butler Health System
Clinical Assistant Professor
Lake Erie School of Osteopathic Medicine
Can anesthesia cause diarrhea?
Very unlikely to be any anesthetic drugs, but the narcotics that we give cause constipation. Diarrhea after surgery is possible due to the antibiotics taken to prevent surgical READ MORE
Very unlikely to be any anesthetic drugs, but the narcotics that we give cause constipation. Diarrhea after surgery is possible due to the antibiotics taken to prevent surgical site infections.
Can a hip replacement be done with an epidural?
Yes, for many years I successfully provided epidural anesthesia with moderation sedation. For the past several years I have provided spinal anesthesia with moderation or light READ MORE
Yes, for many years I successfully provided epidural anesthesia with moderation sedation. For the past several years I have provided spinal anesthesia with moderation or light sedation. It is a more efficient process and a more dense block for lower body procedures. Spinal anesthesia generally will wear off in 1.5-3 hours. Great Question! Dr. Astbury
Can you have general anesthesia if you have sleep apnea?
Yes of course. Please do your part in preparing for surgery. Lose weight if needed, get in good cardiovascular and musculoskeletal shape. Build up strength, muscle mass and READ MORE
Yes of course. Please do your part in preparing for surgery. Lose weight if needed, get in good cardiovascular and musculoskeletal shape. Build up strength, muscle mass and endurance. Also manage all medical, nutritional, and lifestyle issues. You may be asked to stay overnight or longer depending many factors. The first night or two are the biggest concerns, given the need for pain medicine and potential swelling after the surgical procedure.
Can seniors have procedures done with local anesthesia?
Absolutely, the less sedatives the better in my opinion. Of course, it depends on the procedure, the surgeon and the person.
Is it safe to go under anesthesia if you have diabetes?
Absolutely, manage your condition as a team and you will have good results.
Is manipulation under anesthesia considered surgery?
You usually need a brief general anesthetic, so it is usually done in an operating room, but no instruments are used, no sterile table.
How do you get rid of brain fog after anesthesia?
Hydrate properly (not too much!), progress with activities as much as possible considering the procedure. I believe that some natural supplements may help but you can do your READ MORE
Hydrate properly (not too much!), progress with activities as much as possible considering the procedure. I believe that some natural supplements may help but you can do your own research on that.
Fortunately, or newer and best drugs cause much less brain fog. Propofol is an amzing drug! Very little brain fog after (only) propofol.
Fortunately, or newer and best drugs cause much less brain fog. Propofol is an amzing drug! Very little brain fog after (only) propofol.
What type of anesthesia is used for neck surgery?
General anesthesia.
What type of anesthesia is used for toenail surgery?
Either just local anesthetic places in the surgical site alone were local anesthetic and light sedation.
Does cyst removal require general anesthesia?
The answer depends on location, size and type of cyst, and other patient factors such as obesity or anxiety.
What is the fastest way to recover from anesthesia?
I'm sorry, I failed to complete my thought. I prepared for my procedure and really my approach to health and fitness. That enabled me to 'beat' advanced prostate cancer diagnosed READ MORE
I'm sorry, I failed to complete my thought. I prepared for my procedure and really my approach to health and fitness. That enabled me to 'beat' advanced prostate cancer diagnosed at age 46.
Best regards,
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
Best regards,
Jeffrey C. Astbury, MD, FASA, FACC, FASE, MSBE, MSEE
