Facing surgery can stir up significant pre-surgery anxiety and fear of anesthesia — worries about being put to sleep, losing control, or what happens during the procedure. These fears are very common and we're here to help get you through this time. By practicing these proven coping skills before surgery, you can empower yourself to manage anxiety before surgery and approach your procedure feeling calmer and more in control.

Gastric bypass and gastric sleeve are both bariatric, weight-loss surgeries.Both surgeries promote weight loss and improve related health conditions like diabetes and heart disease. While you’ve likely discussed the surgery with your bariatric surgeon, the anesthesia part might feel unfamiliar since you typically meet your anesthesia team only on the day of the procedure. Let’s make the anesthesia part less scary.

If you’re preparing for an upper endoscopy, also known as an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), you may be curious or a bit anxious about the anesthesia process. I’m here to guide you through what to expect on the day of your procedure by explaining the anesthesia used, why it’s chosen, and how it will feel, so you can approach your endoscopy with confidence. An upper endoscopy is a common procedure that allows...

Facing surgery can feel overwhelming, right? But with the right preparation, you can enter the operating room feeling calm and confident. I want to share a simple and practical surgery preparation guide that will help you get ready step-by-step. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been through this before, these five steps will make a big difference in your experience.Let’s dive in and make sure you feel empowered and ready for your big day...