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Kush Harshavardhan Tripathi
Anesthesiologist | Pain Medicine
Dr. Kush Tripathi is an anesthesiologist practicing in Pompano beach, FL. Dr. Tripathi 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. Tripathi also might help manage pain after an operation.
Kush Harshavardhan Tripathi
- Pompano beach, FL
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Do I need to meet with an anesthesiologist before my surgery?
Replay, a member from the anesthesia team will speak with you before your surgery.
Kush Tripathi
Kush Tripathi
Is anesthesia used during eye surgery?
It is generally sedation, either by IV or pills. You are awake during the procedure, but you will be comfortable.
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Can I get anesthesia while removing a port wine stain?
You can potentially get local anesthesia. Talk to your physician doing the procedure regarding all the options his office provides.
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Does a colonoscopy hurt with sedation?
No, our job as an anesthesiologist is to keep you comfortable. The sedation will help.
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Dr. Kush Tripathi
How many types of anesthesia exist?
There are multiple types: general anesthesia and regional anesthesia are the 2 most common types. It largely depends on the procedure you are having as to which type will be recommended. READ MORE
There are multiple types: general anesthesia and regional anesthesia are the 2 most common types. It largely depends on the procedure you are having as to which type will be recommended. I would speak to your anesthesiologist and surgeon regarding your options that are available to you at your facility and that they are comfortable performing.
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Dr. Kush Tripathi
What kind of anesthesia is used for ureteroscopy?
It depends on the procedure occurring. However, it is often general anesthesia.
What kind of anesthesia is used for liposuction?
Yes, general anesthesia is usually used for liposuction.
Dr. Tripathi
Dr. Tripathi
Is anesthesia necessary for cataract surgery?
Generally, it is often performed under MAC, monitored anesthesia care. This is light sedation.
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Dr. Tripathi
How long does it take for local anesthesia to kick in?
It depends on the type of local anesthetic used. Generally, it kicks in within minutes.
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Dr. Tripathi
Do you breathe on your own under general anesthesia?
Often, we must paralyze you to place a breathing tube and to allow for relaxation of your muscles for surgery. Therefore, you are under mechanical ventilation.
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Often, we must paralyze you to place a breathing tube and to allow for relaxation of your muscles for surgery. Therefore, you are under mechanical ventilation.
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Dr. Kush Tripathi
Can I opt for general anesthesia for foot surgery?
Yes, that is definitely a possibility. However, I would discuss with the anesthesiologist that will be doing your case. It may be helpful to do local with general to decrease post READ MORE
Yes, that is definitely a possibility. However, I would discuss with the anesthesiologist that will be doing your case. It may be helpful to do local with general to decrease post operative pain.
Which anesthesia will be used for my leg surgery?
There are multiple routes an anesthesiologist can take. It can either be general anesthesia or regional anesthesia. Your surgeon and anesthesiologist will be able to provide you READ MORE
There are multiple routes an anesthesiologist can take. It can either be general anesthesia or regional anesthesia. Your surgeon and anesthesiologist will be able to provide you with more information.
Dr. Tripathi
Dr. Tripathi
How long does it take for anesthesia to leave the body?
It depends on the type of anesthesia used. Generally, hours, but some patients may continue to feel the effects for a day or two depending on the type of surgery.
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It depends on the type of anesthesia used. Generally, hours, but some patients may continue to feel the effects for a day or two depending on the type of surgery.
Dr. Tripathi
Dr. Tripathi
What does terminal sedation mean?
There can be multiple options for terminal sedation. You should discuss this with your physician. But the goal would be comfort during this stage.
Hope all is well.
Thank you,
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There can be multiple options for terminal sedation. You should discuss this with your physician. But the goal would be comfort during this stage.
Hope all is well.
Thank you,
Kush Tripathi
Hope all is well.
Thank you,
Kush Tripathi
Does novocaine have any side effects?
Yes, Novocain does have side effects limited to the effects of the drug. However, used in safe doses, there should be no concerns.
Thank you,
Kush Tripathi
Thank you,
Kush Tripathi
Do I need anesthesia for a tooth extraction?
Yes, but I would speak to your dentist about all your options. Any anesthetic used for a simple tooth extraction would likely be administered by the dentist, not an anesthesiologist. READ MORE
Yes, but I would speak to your dentist about all your options. Any anesthetic used for a simple tooth extraction would likely be administered by the dentist, not an anesthesiologist.
Is morphine used after surgery to help with post-op pain?
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You will meet with your anesthesiologist that will take care of you. If you are in pain following your surgery, they will administer some multimodal regimen to ensure READ MORE
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You will meet with your anesthesiologist that will take care of you. If you are in pain following your surgery, they will administer some multimodal regimen to ensure you are not in pain and are comfortable.
Sincerely,
Dr. Tripathi
You will meet with your anesthesiologist that will take care of you. If you are in pain following your surgery, they will administer some multimodal regimen to ensure you are not in pain and are comfortable.
Sincerely,
Dr. Tripathi
How well does local anesthesia work?
Local anesthetic medications are great to help with Surgery and pain related to it. An anesthesiologist can surround nerves with medicine and perform a “block” to help with surgery READ MORE
Local anesthetic medications are great to help with Surgery and pain related to it. An anesthesiologist can surround nerves with medicine and perform a “block” to help with surgery and pain. She will likely still feel some discomfort but it will improve.
I'm having surgery in a couple of weeks to realign my teeth. How long will I be under general anesthesia and are there side effects?
The time of anesthesia depends on several factors including your surgeon, the operation and accommodations the center can provide. Anesthesia can be nerve racking but your anesthesiologist READ MORE
The time of anesthesia depends on several factors including your surgeon, the operation and accommodations the center can provide. Anesthesia can be nerve racking but your anesthesiologist will help with that! Anesthesia can at times cause some nausea or body aches but your anesthesiologist can help you!
Are there any food restrictions after anesthesia?
Generally you can advance your diet as long as you tolerate the food and if you have no medical medications that prevent eating or drinking.
