About
As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Katherine Renee Blight plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Owen Sound, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing expert anesthetic care that adheres to the highest standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). Her focus is on ensuring optimal patient outcomes through comprehensive perioperative management and safety protocols.
Dr. Blight graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Toronto in 1999 and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 20 years, since 2004. She is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining the highest level of professional expertise and clinical excellence in her field.
Her clinical philosophy is grounded in evidence-based practices and patient-centered care. Dr. Blight is dedicated to ensuring patient safety and comfort during all procedures in Owen Sound. She is fluent in English and French, facilitating clear communication with diverse patient populations and providing culturally sensitive care.
- 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).
- Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
- Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) / Sedation: Providing varying levels of sedation (light to deep) and analgesia, combined with close monitoring of vital signs, for procedures not requiring general anesthesia.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Blight (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. Blight primarily practices at the CF H SV Centre-Ottawa, located near central Owen Sound. The facility is conveniently situated close to local points of interest, including the Owen Sound Harbour and Harrison Park. Patients can access the location via local public transit routes. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Blight? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Blight 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. Blight 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. Blight 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. Blight. 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.
- Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?
- While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Blight often work in other areas too, including:
- Labour and delivery suites (providing epidurals)
- Intensive Care Units (managing critically ill patients)
- Pre-operative assessment clinics
- Pain clinics (treating chronic pain)
- Procedure rooms (e.g., endoscopy, radiology, cardiology)
Her specific areas of practice will depend on her training and hospital/clinic roles.
- What's the difference between an Anesthesiologist and other anesthesia providers?
- In Canada, an Anesthesiologist is a medical doctor (MD) with extensive postgraduate specialty training (typically 5+ years after medical school) covering all aspects of anesthesia, critical care, and pain management. They lead the anesthesia care team. Other professionals, like respiratory therapists or specialized nurses, may assist under the direct supervision of the Anesthesiologist.
CF H SV Centre-Ottawa
1800 8th Street East, Monfort Hospital
Owen Sound, ON N4K 6M9
Phone: (519) 376-2121
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Blight 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/Blight-Katherine-Renee/0158284-73835