About
Dr. Sajjad Ahmad Chaudhry, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at medical facilities in North York, ON, he contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring that each patient receives safe and effective anesthesia care. Dr. Chaudhry adheres to the rigorous standards established by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), maintaining a focus on patient safety, comfort, and well-being during all phases of anesthesia management.
Graduating with a Medical Degree from the University of the Punjab in 1984 (Pakistan), Dr. Chaudhry has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology for over 31 years, since 1993. He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, reflecting his dedication to excellence and ongoing professional development in the field of anesthesia. His extensive experience enables him to tailor anesthesia plans to a wide variety of surgical and medical procedures with precision and care.
Dr. Chaudhry’s clinical philosophy centers around providing calm, reassuring, and patient-centered care. His commitment to patient safety in North York is complemented by his proficiency in English, Hindi, and Urdu, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations. Patients can trust that their comfort and safety are his top priorities throughout their perioperative experience.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. Chaudhry (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. Chaudhry practices primarily at medical facilities situated near the central North York neighborhood of North York, Ontario. These locations are conveniently accessible via local public transit, making it easy for patients to reach his care team. The facilities are situated close to well-known points of interest such as Yorkdale Shopping Centre and North York Civic Centre. The practice settings are equipped with modern amenities to ensure patient comfort and safety. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Chaudhry? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Chaudhry 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. Chaudhry 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. Chaudhry from the team covering your procedure.
- What are the main types of anesthesia you might use?
- Dr. Chaudhry 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.
- 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.
- 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. Chaudhry (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
Suite 104, 1235 Wilson Avenue
North York, ON M3M 0B2
Phone: (416) 242-1000 | Fax: (416) 242-1069
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Chaudhry 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/Chaudhry-Sajjad-Ahmad/0045863-59841