Dr. Kevin Lindsay Ewing – Anesthesiologist | Windsor, ON

As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kevin Lindsay Ewing plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Windsor, ON, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality anesthesia care. His practice adheres to the standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), with a focus on providing comprehensive and safe anesthetic management for patients requiring surgical or medical procedures.

Dr. Ewing graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Toronto in 2001 and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 18 years, since 2006. He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, maintaining rigorous standards of practice and continuous professional development to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

His clinical philosophy emphasizes professionalism and clinical excellence, with a dedicated commitment to patient safety in Windsor. Dr. Ewing communicates fluently in English and strives to provide compassionate, evidence-based anesthesia care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

• Pre-Anesthetic Assessment and Consultation: Thorough evaluation of patient health, medical history, medications, and surgical/procedural plan to create the safest and most effective anesthesia plan.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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. Ewing (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. Ewing primarily practices at The Hospital for Sick Children in Windsor's Downtown Windsor neighborhood. The facility offers easy access via Highway 401 and is accessible via Transit Windsor. The hospital is equipped with accessible features and the facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing convenient access for patients and visitors.

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

In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Ewing 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. Ewing 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. Ewing 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. Ewing. 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.

The Hospital for Sick Children
1030 Ouellette Avenue, Division of Paediatric Medicine
Windsor, ON N9A 1E1

Phone: (519) 973-4444 | Fax: (519) 973-0803

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Ewing 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/Ewing-Kevin-Lindsay/0180410-76439