About
As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kira Jill Tone plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at facilities in Newmarket, 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 safe, effective, and individualized anesthesia management for each patient, supporting optimal surgical outcomes.
Dr. Tone graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Sydney School of Medicine in 2012 (Australia). She has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology since 2017, accumulating over seven years of experience in perioperative medicine. She is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, reflecting her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.
Her clinical philosophy is grounded in evidence-based practices, emphasizing patient safety, comfort, and informed decision-making. Dr. Tone is dedicated to providing comprehensive anesthetic care for patients requiring surgery or medical procedures in the Newmarket area. She is fluent in English and French, facilitating clear communication and personalized care for diverse patient populations.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Tone (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. Tone primarily practices at Toronto Western Hospital, located in the Central Newmarket area within the Gorham-College Manor neighborhood of Newmarket. The hospital is conveniently situated near Riverwalk Commons and Historic Downtown Newmarket, making it accessible to residents and visitors alike. Patients can reach the facility easily via York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva. The hospital's infrastructure is designed to accommodate all patients comfortably, with the facility being wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility for those arriving by car.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Tone? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Tone 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. Tone 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. Tone from the team covering your procedure.
- What happens in the recovery room (PACU)?
- After your procedure under general or regional anesthesia/sedation, you will be taken to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), also known as the recovery room. Specially trained nurses will closely monitor your breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen level, and level of consciousness as you wake up. They will also manage any immediate pain or nausea under the guidance of the anesthesia team.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Tone 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.
Toronto Western Hospital
596 Davis Drive, Department of Psychiatry
Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P9
Phone: (905) 895-4521 | Fax: (905) 830-5965
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Tone 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/Tone-Kira-Jill/0280454-99006