About
Dr. Han Ying Zhang is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in North York, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams with a strong emphasis on patient safety and comfort. She adheres to the highest standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), ensuring that each patient receives personalized and compassionate care. Dr. Zhang's role involves carefully monitoring and managing anesthesia to optimize outcomes and minimize risks during procedures.
Dr. Zhang graduated with a Medical Degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in Grenada. She has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology since 2023, after completing extensive post-graduate medical training in the field. Her training included comprehensive clinical rotations and certifications that prepare her to handle a wide range of anesthetic scenarios, always prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
With a calm and reassuring approach, Dr. Zhang is committed to ensuring each patient feels comfortable and confident throughout their procedure. She speaks English fluently and strives to communicate clearly and compassionately, fostering a trusting environment focused on patient safety in North York and surrounding communities.
- 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.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Zhang (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 Ontario (CPSO).
Dr. Zhang primarily practices at Mount Sinai Hospital, located in the central North York area of Toronto. The hospital is easily accessible via public transit, with several bus and subway options serving the vicinity. The surrounding neighborhood offers local points of interest such as the North York Civic Centre and nearby parks, making it convenient for patients to attend appointments. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing ease of access for patients attending in person.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Zhang? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Zhang during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). 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 Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) for specific circumstances.
- Can I directly request Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang from the team covering your procedure.
- Is it possible to wake up during general anesthesia?
- Awareness under general anesthesia is extremely rare with modern techniques and monitoring used by Anesthesiologists like Dr. Zhang. Specialized monitors help track the depth of anesthesia, and drug doses are carefully adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure you remain safely unconscious and unaware.
- How will my pain be managed after the procedure?
- Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Zhang may use strategies like regional nerve blocks placed before or during surgery for prolonged numbness, patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps, epidural infusions, or a combination of different types of pain medications (multimodal analgesia). The goal is to keep you comfortable to aid recovery and mobility. This plan is often coordinated with the surgical team.
Mount Sinai Hospital
1262 Don Mills Rd
North York, ON M3B 2W7
Phone: (416) 335-7474
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Zhang is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) under the Medicine Act, 1991 in ON. 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 Ontario (CPSO): https://doctors.cpso.on.ca/DoctorDetails/Zhang-Han-Ying/0342946-147322