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Dr. Maki Morimoto, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Dr. Maki Morimoto is an anesthesiologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Morimoto ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Morimoto also might help manage pain after an operation.
26 years
Experience
Dr. Maki Morimoto, M.D.
- New York, NY
- Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny
- Accepting new patients
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Can you be awake for fibroid surgery?
Maybe. I am assuming fibroid uterus? If the surgery is performed laparoscopically (which is common), then unlikely. If it is done via "open" incision, then maybe.
How long does an epidural last for knee surgery?
It depends on what, when, and how the it is used. Your anesthesiologist can make it last for only a few hours to days. Make sure you talk to your anesthesiologist before the READ MORE
It depends on what, when, and how the it is used. Your anesthesiologist can make it last for only a few hours to days. Make sure you talk to your anesthesiologist before the surgery. Good luck!
How should I sleep after spinal anesthesia?
Your back may be a little sore, however once it has worn off, you should be able to sleep in your normal position.
Can shoulder surgery be done without general anesthesia?
Yes, but it can be quite uncomfortable. Nerve block can be done before the surgery to "numb" the area, however, the positioning during the surgery can be quite uncomfortable.
How long do you have to wait to breastfeed after anesthesia?
Current recommendation is that you do not need to wait to breastfeed. Please talk to your anesthesiologist before the surgery.
What anesthesia is used for ACL surgery?
There are many options. General anesthesia, spinal and epidural anesthesia, and regional anesthesia (nerve blocks) have been used successfully for ACL reconstruction surgeries. READ MORE
There are many options. General anesthesia, spinal and epidural anesthesia, and regional anesthesia (nerve blocks) have been used successfully for ACL reconstruction surgeries. Please talk to your anesthesiologist before your surgery. Good luck!
What happens if you stop breathing during anesthesia?
The effect is the same as when you are not under anesthesia, i.e. your body's oxygen level goes down. The difference is that when you are under anesthesia, your body may not be READ MORE
The effect is the same as when you are not under anesthesia, i.e. your body's oxygen level goes down. The difference is that when you are under anesthesia, your body may not be able to respond to this decrease by breathing. One of the reasons for your anesthesiologist to be in the room with you during the surgery is to assess/intervene/help with situations like this.
How is a nerve block done for hand surgery?
Typical order is: an IV is placed in the other arm, sedation medication is given, area (upper arm or shoulder area) is cleaned, injection with local anesthesia is made, wait for READ MORE
Typical order is: an IV is placed in the other arm, sedation medication is given, area (upper arm or shoulder area) is cleaned, injection with local anesthesia is made, wait for the block to set, and have surgery! Good luck.
Can you have general anesthesia with an irregular heartbeat?
It depends. There are many different types of irregular heat rhythms - some are more worrisome than the others. Make sure you talk to your anesthesiologist and discuss before READ MORE
It depends. There are many different types of irregular heat rhythms - some are more worrisome than the others. Make sure you talk to your anesthesiologist and discuss before the surgery.
Does anesthesia take years off your life?
As far as I know, no. There has not been any study published that concluded that anesthesia shortens one's life expectancy.
Can local anesthesia be used for hernia surgery?
Yes. Assuming that you mean inguinal hernia, yes, local anesthesia is a valid option for hernia surgery.
Can I be put to sleep while pregnant?
Maybe. There are a few things that you should know. Many of the anesthesia medications are not safe for you & your baby, and should be avoided. Also, you are at an increased READ MORE
Maybe. There are a few things that you should know. Many of the anesthesia medications are not safe for you & your baby, and should be avoided. Also, you are at an increased risk of having bad outcomes during pregnancy, including miscarriage and aspiration. Elective surgeries are typically advised to be postponed until after the delivery.
What drugs are used to reverse anesthesia?
There are specific medications to reverse some of the anesthesia medications, but not all has its countering reversal drug. For example, naloxone reverses opioid-type medications, READ MORE
There are specific medications to reverse some of the anesthesia medications, but not all has its countering reversal drug. For example, naloxone reverses opioid-type medications, but there is no reversal medication for propofol.
Can spinal anesthesia cause paralysis?
Yes, but it is very rare.
Is anesthesia given based on weight?
It depends. While many of the medications used for anesthesia are weight-based, some are not.
