Dr. Elizna Du Plessis – Anesthesiologist | Grande Prairie, AB

Dr. Elizna Plessis, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at medical facilities in Grande Prairie, AB, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring patient safety and comfort during every stage of care. She adheres strictly to the guidelines and ethical standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology to patients requiring anesthesia for surgical or medical procedures.

Dr. Plessis graduated with a MB ChB in 2010 from South Africa and completed extensive post-graduate training in Anesthesiology. Her certifications include achieving key milestones in her specialty, ensuring she maintains up-to-date practices and knowledge to deliver safe and effective anesthesia care.

Her clinical philosophy centers on calm and reassuring communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort. She is dedicated to serving the diverse community of Grande Prairie, speaking both English and Afrikaans, and fostering a trusting environment for her patients. Dr. Plessis’s approach emphasizes thorough assessment, clear explanations, and compassionate care to support patients through their surgical experience.

• Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
• Regional Anesthesia Techniques: Numbing specific body regions using targeted nerve blocks (e.g., spinal, epidural, peripheral nerve blocks) for surgery or pain control, potentially allowing the patient to remain awake or sedated.
• Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
• Acute Postoperative Pain Management: Implementing strategies to manage pain immediately after surgery, utilizing multimodal approaches like regional blocks, IV medications, or patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
• General Anesthesia Administration: Inducing and maintaining a controlled state of unconsciousness ('sleep') using intravenous or inhaled medications, ensuring patient comfort and immobility during major surgery.

Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Plessis (or an associate) in consultation with you and your surgeon/proceduralist based on your health and the requirements of the procedure. Subspecialty services like chronic pain management may require a separate referral pathway.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).

Dr. Elizna Plessis primarily practices at medical facilities located in the Central Grande Prairie, Mountview, and Swanavon neighborhoods of Grande Prairie. The clinics are conveniently situated near Costco and Gateway Power Centre, making access straightforward for most patients. The facilities are accessible via Grande Prairie Transit, ensuring transportation options for everyone. The practice location is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.

How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Plessis? Is it covered by Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP)?

In AB, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Plessis during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP). Pre-anesthetic consultations related to these procedures are also usually covered. Fees for specific uninsured services (e.g., certain non-medically required procedures, form completion) may apply based on provincial guidelines. Please confirm coverage with Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) for specific circumstances.

Can I directly request Dr. Plessis for my anesthesia?

While you can discuss preferences with your surgeon, the assignment of an Anesthesiologist is typically managed by the hospital's anesthesia department or the surgical group based on scheduling, expertise required, and availability. Your surgeon arranges the necessary anesthesia care, which includes consultation with an anesthesiologist like Dr. Plessis from the team covering your procedure.

Will I definitely meet the Anesthesiologist before my surgery/procedure?

You will always have an anesthesia assessment before your procedure. For major surgeries or complex health issues, this often occurs at a pre-admission clinic days or weeks beforehand. For healthier patients undergoing shorter procedures, the detailed discussion and assessment with Dr. Plessis (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.

11205 110 St
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4B1

Phone: (825) 412-4420

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Plessis is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) under the Health Professions Act in AB. Anesthesia services are typically arranged through the hospital or clinic where your procedure is scheduled.

Verify registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA): https://search.cpsa.ca/PhysicianProfile?e=4164e0af-c640-4aa4-a115-feab5bb31a55&i=396