About
Dr. Karoll Alexandra Rodelo Ceballos, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Montréal, QC, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams with a focus on ensuring patient safety and comfort. She adheres strictly to the standards and guidelines set forth by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ), providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology for patients requiring anesthesia for surgical or medical procedures.
Dr. Rodelo Ceballos graduated with a Medical Degree in 2018 and holds a specialty certification in Anesthesiology issued on May 16, 2018. She completed extensive post-graduate medical training in Anesthesiology, gaining expertise in various aspects of perioperative medicine and pain management, ensuring her practice is rooted in the latest evidence-based approaches.
Her clinical philosophy is centered on calm, reassuring communication and meticulous attention to patient safety. She is dedicated to providing compassionate care in Montréal, speaking both English and French, and strives to make every patient feel confident and at ease throughout their perioperative experience.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
- Fluid and Blood Product Management: Administering intravenous fluids and blood products as needed during procedures to maintain hemodynamic stability.
- Procedural Sedation (Outside OR): Administering sedation and monitoring for procedures performed outside the main operating rooms, such as in endoscopy suites or radiology.
- 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. Rodelo Ceballos (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 Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).
Dr. Rodelo Ceballos primarily practices at the Montreal General Hospital, situated in the vibrant Ville-Marie West (Golden Square Mile West, Concordia U area) neighborhood of Montréal. The hospital is conveniently located near the Mont-Royal Metro Station, with accessible public transportation options via the Société de transport de Montréal (STM), including metro and bus services. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Rodelo Ceballos? Is it covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?
- In QC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Rodelo Ceballos during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ). 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 Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) for specific circumstances.
- Can I directly request Dr. Rodelo Ceballos 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. Rodelo Ceballos 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. Rodelo Ceballos (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
- What about nausea and vomiting after anesthesia?
- Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) can occur, but Anesthesiologists like Dr. Rodelo Ceballos use strategies to prevent it, especially for patients at higher risk. This may include specific anesthetic techniques, administering anti-nausea medications before, during, or after the procedure, and ensuring adequate hydration. If you do experience nausea, effective treatments are available in the recovery room.
Montreal General Hospital
D10.144-1650 av Cedar
Montréal, QC H3G 1A4
Phone: (514) 934-1934
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Rodelo Ceballos is a licensed physician regulated by the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ) under the Medical Act in QC. Anesthesia services are typically arranged through the hospital or clinic where your procedure is scheduled.
Verify registration with the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ): https://www.cmq.org/en/directory/physicians?number=18107