Dr. Parul Katyal – Anesthesiologist | Oshawa, ON

Dr. Parul Katyal is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in Oshawa, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort. Her practice adheres to the high standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), emphasizing comprehensive and individualized anesthetic management. Dr. Katyal's role encompasses a wide spectrum of anesthetic services, with a core focus on patient safety, effective pain control, and perioperative care.

She graduated with a Medical Degree from Aligarh Muslim University in 1998 (India) and has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 14 years, since 2010. Dr. Katyal 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 rooted in a professional and clinical approach, prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and effective communication. She is committed to delivering high-quality anesthetic care in Oshawa, with fluency in English, Hindi, Panjabi/Punjabi, and Urdu. Patients can expect compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs and health conditions.

• Anesthesia for Outpatient/Ambulatory Surgery: Providing safe and effective anesthesia tailored for procedures where patients are expected to go home the same day.
• Airway Management Expertise: Skilled management of the patient's airway, including intubation (placing a breathing tube) when necessary, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
• 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.
• 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. Katyal (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. Katyal primarily practices at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in the Vanier, McLaughlin West neighborhood of Oshawa. The clinic is conveniently located near Downtown Oshawa and Oshawa Centre, with easy access via Durham Region Transit (DRT). The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.

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

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

Will I definitely meet the Anesthesiologist before my surgery/procedure?

You will always have an anesthesia assessment before your procedure. For major surgeries or complex health issues, this often occurs at a pre-admission clinic days or weeks beforehand. For healthier patients undergoing shorter procedures, the detailed discussion and assessment with Dr. Katyal (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.

Do Anesthesiologists only work in the operating room?

While the OR is central, Anesthesiologists like Dr. Katyal 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.

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
1 Hospital Court
Oshawa, ON L1G 2B9

Phone: (905) 576-8711

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Katyal 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/Katyal-Parul/0215886-81855