Dr. Kenneth Sau-Yan Cheung – Anesthesiologist | Calgary, AB

Dr. Kenneth Sau-Yan Cheung, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Calgary, AB, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. His practice is grounded in evidence-based medicine, ensuring patient safety and comfort during all procedures.

He is fully licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA), holding license number 012399. Dr. Cheung graduated with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of British Columbia in 1994 and completed extensive post-graduate training in Anesthesiology. His training includes specialized education in perioperative medicine, critical care, and pain management, equipping him to deliver specialized anesthetic care tailored to each patient’s needs.

Dr. Cheung’s clinical philosophy emphasizes patient safety, effective pain control, and adherence to the latest evidence-based practices. He is dedicated to providing high-quality anesthetic care in Calgary, ensuring that each patient receives personalized and safe treatment. He is fluent in English and Cantonese, facilitating clear communication with diverse patient populations.

• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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.

Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Cheung (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. Cheung primarily practices at medical facilities located in the NW Calgary neighborhoods of Hillhurst, Westmount, and Sunnyside (Kensington). These facilities are conveniently situated near SAIT, with easy access via Calgary Transit, including CTrain LRT, bus, and BRT services. The practice location is accessible for patients with mobility challenges, and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.

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

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

What is the role of an Anesthesiologist?

An Anesthesiologist is a specialist medical doctor (physician) extensively trained in anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and pain management. They are responsible for developing the anesthesia plan, administering anesthetic drugs, ensuring your safety and vital functions (like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure) are stable during a procedure, managing any medical emergencies that arise, and overseeing your immediate recovery and pain control afterwards.

1403 29 St NW, Foothills Medical Centre
Calgary, AB T2N 2T9

Phone: (403) 944-1430

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Cheung 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=0b7932a3-99b4-4a07-bb8e-b2ccf645e365&i=280