Dr. Paul A. Kennedy III, MD, Anesthesiologist
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Dr. Paul A. Kennedy III, MD

Anesthesiologist

5/5(1)
1101 Paw Print Leander TX, 78641
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5/5

About

Dr. Paul Kennedy is an anesthesiologist practicing in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy also might help manage pain after an operation.

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Dr. Paul A. Kennedy III, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Try to Avoid Anesthesia Gas on Elderly Patients

    As a practicing anesthesiologist for 30 years, I have seen the science show that anesthesia gas is actually irreversibly harmful to the elderly brain. Most of my colleagues don’t think twice to put an elderly patient to sleep using inhalational gas to provide general anesthesia. But for at least a...

  • What anesthesia is used for laparoscopic hernia surgery?

    All laparoscopic procedures are done under general anesthesia including laparoscopic hernia surgery. Air or carbon dioxide gas is pressured into the abdominal cavity in order to fill the abdomen and allow the surgeon to see the body part they are operating on with better clarity. This abdominal pressure would make it difficult for an awake patient to tolerate, as it would be painful and difficult to breathe. The patient is intubated and placed on a ventilator during all laparoscopic surgeries. READ MORE

  • How long does vomiting last after general anesthesia?

    Nausea and vomiting is unfortunately pretty common after general anesthesia. It can last as brief as 30 minutes to several hours. Much depends not only from the type of anesthetic but also the type of surgery you are having and the length of anesthesia you get. The main culprit for nausea and vomiting after anesthesia is the use of anesthesia gas and narcotics. In known severe cases, gas can be eliminated completely and iv drugs can substitute for general anesthesia, but it’s hard to eliminate narcotics when moderate to severe pain is expected upon awakening. There are some good anti nausea medicines that are usually given to all patients, but their effectiveness is still spotty. Women and non smokers are at higher risk for nausea and vomiting after general anesthesia. Paul Kennedy, MD READ MORE

  • Can shoulder surgery be done without general anesthesia?

    Most shoulder surgeries will get an interscalene block first. This procedure has the anesthesiologist deliver a numbing medicine into the nerves that innervate the shoulder. Then, normally, the patient gets a general anesthetic. However, a good shoulder block and deep sedation could probably get the job done if the anesthesiologist is comfortable with that technique. READ MORE

  • Is epidural anesthesia painful?

    No. An epidural is about as painful as getting an iv in your hand. The anesthesiologist numbs the area in your back first. READ MORE

  • Does a D&C hurt with local anesthesia?

    You can expect some cramping and pressure, but most likely you would feel nothing and remember nothing if sedation is given as well. READ MORE

  • How soon after anesthesia can you drive?

    Most facilities recommend no driving until the following day. READ MORE

Dr. Paul A. Kennedy III, MD's Practice location

Practice At 4916 Overton Plz

4916 Overton Plz -
Fort Worth, TX 76109
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New patients: 817-529-1935, 817-334-0530, 888-804-3000
Fax: 817-877-0350, 817-334-0235

1101 Paw Print -
Leander, TX 78641
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