What is the anesthesia for the surgery in the Dominican Republic? I heard they give epidurals. Is that true?

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Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Good afternoon. Thanks for your question. Yes, in most of the private clinics at the DR, as board certified plastic surgeons we perform procedures using epidural block with sedation, pain free and patient sleeping.

Rafael E. Estevez Hernandez, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for your question. Indeed, epidural anesthesia is the most common type of anesthesia given to the plastic surgery patients for body contour procedures in the Dominican Republic. Nevertheless, take into account that the final decision about the type of anesthesia to be given to any patient is decided exclusively by the anesthesiologist after a through evaluation of the patient medical record, and their physical examination. Remember to always consult with a certified plastic surgeon, who would definitely will also be working with a certified anesthesiologist, to give you the best care possible

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