As a skilled Anesthesiologist, Dr. Maged Samir Mettry Andrawes plays a crucial role in patient safety and comfort during the perioperative period. Practicing primarily at medical facilities in Mississauga, ON, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams by providing comprehensive care in Anesthesiology. His practice adheres to the standards and guidelines set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), ensuring high-quality, safe, and effective anesthetic management for all patients.
Dr. Andrawes graduated with a Medical Degree from Cairo University Faculty of Medicine in 1996 (Egypt). He has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 7 years, since 2017. He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, demonstrating his competence and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.
His clinical philosophy emphasizes professionalism, patient safety, and personalized care. Dr. Andrawes is dedicated to ensuring the comfort and well-being of his patients in Mississauga. He communicates fluently in English, facilitating clear and compassionate interactions with his patients and colleagues alike.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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. Andrawes (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. Andrawes primarily practices at medical facilities located in the Churchill Meadows neighborhood of Mississauga, Ontario. The location is conveniently accessible from the Malton GO Station and Meadowvale Business Park, with public transportation options via MiWay (Mississauga Transit). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility, providing ease of access for patients attending appointments or procedures.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Andrawes? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Andrawes 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. Andrawes 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. Andrawes from the team covering your procedure.
- Should I take my regular medications on the day of the procedure?
- This depends entirely on the specific medication and instructions given to you. You MUST discuss all your regular medications with your surgeon and the anesthesia team during your pre-assessment. Some medications (like certain blood pressure pills) may be taken with a sip of water, while others (especially blood thinners, some diabetes medications) must be stopped or adjusted days beforehand. Never change your medication routine without specific instructions.
- Why is it important to follow fasting instructions?
- Fasting (not eating or drinking) before anesthesia is critical for your safety. If there is food or liquid in your stomach during anesthesia, it could potentially come up into your throat and lungs (aspiration), which can cause serious lung complications. Following the specific fasting times given to you significantly reduces this risk.
2200 Eglinton Avenue West
Mississauga, ON L5M 2N1
Phone: (905) 813-2200
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Andrawes 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/Andrawes-Maged-Samir-Mettry/0289733-100206