About
Dr. Sandy Jeehoon Bae, a respected Anesthesiologist, is committed to the highest standards of perioperative care and pain management. Practicing primarily at facilities in Newmarket, ON, she contributes to the surgical and procedural teams, ensuring that patient safety and comfort are prioritized throughout every intervention. Her practice adheres strictly to the standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), and she provides comprehensive care in Anesthesiology tailored to individual patient needs, whether for surgical or medical procedures requiring anesthesia.
Dr. Bae graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of Toronto in 2017. She has been practicing as a specialist in Anesthesiology since 2022 and is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Her training and certification ensure that she maintains the highest level of expertise and adheres to evidence-based practices in her clinical care.
Her clinical philosophy is rooted in an evidence-based and informative approach, emphasizing patient safety and comfort during all procedures. Fluent in English, Dr. Bae is dedicated to clear communication with her patients, ensuring they are well-informed and comfortable with their anesthesia plan. Her commitment to ongoing professional development and patient-centered care makes her a trusted provider in the Newmarket community.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. Bae (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. Bae primarily practices at London Health Sciences - Victoria H, located in the Central Newmarket, Gorham-College Manor neighborhood of Newmarket. The facility is situated near the Commercial Corridor and Upper Canada Mall, providing convenient access for patients. It is accessible via York Region Transit (YRT) / Viva, ensuring ease of transportation. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
- How is payment handled for anesthesia care with Dr. Bae? Is it covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)?
- In ON, medically necessary anesthesia services provided by specialists like Dr. Bae 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. Bae 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. Bae 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. Bae (or a colleague providing your care that day) may happen just before the procedure starts. In either case, your questions will be answered.
- Is it possible to wake up during general anesthesia?
- Awareness under general anesthesia is extremely rare with modern techniques and monitoring used by Anesthesiologists like Dr. Bae. Specialized monitors help track the depth of anesthesia, and drug doses are carefully adjusted throughout the procedure to ensure you remain safely unconscious and unaware.
London Health Sciences - Victoria H
596 Davis Dr, Department of Emergency Medicine
Newmarket, ON L3Y 2P9
Phone: (905) 895-4521
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Bae 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/Bae-Sandy-Jeehoon/0318541-112667