Dr. Ryan Best – Anesthesiologist | New Westminster, BC

Dr. Ryan Best is a dedicated Anesthesiologist focused on providing safe and effective anesthesia care for surgical and medical procedures. Practicing primarily at facilities in New Westminster, BC, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring high standards of patient safety and comfort. Dr. Best adheres to the professional guidelines and standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC), maintaining a commitment to excellence in anesthetic practice.

He completed his medical degree (MD) at the University of Manitoba in 2018, followed by extensive postgraduate training in Anesthesiology. His training included comprehensive clinical rotations, ensuring proficiency in various anesthetic techniques and patient management in diverse surgical settings. Dr. Best holds key certifications in anesthesiology, demonstrating his expertise and dedication to ongoing professional development.

Dr. Best’s clinical philosophy emphasizes clear communication, patient safety, and individualized care. He strives to provide educational and compassionate anesthesia services, ensuring patients in New Westminster feel informed and confident throughout their perioperative experience. He speaks English fluently and is committed to delivering culturally sensitive care to all patients.

• 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).
• 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.
• 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.
• Management of Anesthetic Emergencies: Rapid diagnosis and treatment of critical events or complications that may arise during anesthesia.

Note: This list outlines typical areas of anesthetic practice. The specific anesthetic plan for your procedure will be determined by Dr. Best (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 British Columbia (CPSBC).

Dr. Best primarily practices at medical facilities situated in the Uptown and Massey Victory Heights neighborhoods of New Westminster. These locations are conveniently close to the historic Downtown area, accessible via TransLink’s SkyTrain Expo Line and bus services. The facilities are designed to provide seamless access for patients, with nearby public transportation options. The practice location is wheelchair accessible, ensuring ease of access for all patients. Parking is available at the facility for those arriving by car.

How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Best? Is it covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP)?

In BC, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Best during provincially insured surgical or medical procedures are typically covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP). 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 Medical Services Plan (MSP) for specific circumstances.

Can I directly request Dr. Best 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. Best 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. Best (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.

330 Columbia St E, Department of Anesthesiology
New Westminster, BC V3L 3W7

Phone: (604) 520-4253

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Best is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) under the Health Professions Act in BC. 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 British Columbia (CPSBC): https://www.cpsbc.ca/public/registrant-directory/search-result/364977/Best%2CRyan