Dr. Jennifer Maria Nelli – Anesthesiologist | Hamilton, ON

Dr. Jennifer Maria Nelli is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in Hamilton, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. She adheres strictly to the guidelines and standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), holding license number 95778. Her role encompasses comprehensive care in Anesthesiology, tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient requiring anesthesia for various procedures.

Dr. Nelli graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Toronto in 2011 and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 8 years, since 2016. She is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, reflecting her advanced training and commitment to excellence in her field. Her expertise ensures that patients receive personalized, safe, and effective anesthesia management throughout their surgical experience.

Her clinical philosophy centers on clear and educational communication, prioritizing patient safety and comfort in Hamilton. She is committed to providing compassionate care, utilizing the latest evidence-based practices. Dr. Nelli speaks fluent English and strives to make every patient feel informed and at ease before procedures.

• 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.
• 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.
• Intraoperative Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, breathing) and anesthetic depth throughout the procedure to ensure patient safety.
• Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
• 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).

Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Nelli (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. Nelli primarily practices at Mount Sinai Hospital in the Hamilton North End, situated in the Beasley neighborhood of Hamilton. The hospital is conveniently accessible via Hamilton Street Railway (HSR). The proximity to Mohawk College (Fennell Campus) makes it accessible for local residents and students. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.

How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Nelli? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?

In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Nelli 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. Nelli 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. Nelli from the team covering your procedure.

How will my pain be managed after the procedure?

Effective pain management is a priority. Depending on the procedure, Dr. Nelli 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.

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. Nelli. 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.

What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?

Dr. Nelli selects the safest and most appropriate anesthetic based on your health and the procedure. Options include:

• General Anesthesia: You'll be completely unconscious and unaware.
• Regional Anesthesia: A specific body part is numbed (e.g., spinal/epidural for lower body, nerve block for arm/leg). You might be awake or sedated.
• Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)/Sedation: Medication helps you relax and feel drowsy, often used with local anesthetic by the surgeon.

The choice will be discussed with you beforehand.

Mount Sinai Hospital
Suite 476C, 237 Barton St E
Hamilton, ON L8L 2X2

Phone: (905) 521-2100

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Nelli 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/Nelli-Jennifer-Maria/0272981-95778