Dr. Carmelo T. Turrisi, MD, Anesthesiologist
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Dr. Carmelo T. Turrisi, MD

Anesthesiologist

475 Seaview Ave Staten Island NY, 10305
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Dr. Carmelo Turrisi is an anesthesiologist practicing in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Turrisi 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. Turrisi also might help manage pain after an operation.

Education and Training

Universidad del Noreste MD 1987

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Dr. Carmelo T. Turrisi, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Can anesthesia cause an irregular heartbeat?

    Yes. It can occasionally cause irregular heartbeat which can be a transient event, but may need to be treated. READ MORE

  • How is general anesthesia given to kids?

    By a specialized pediatric-trained anesthesiologist. READ MORE

  • Does anesthesia cause respiratory depression?

    It can, depending upon the type of anesthesia needed for the particular surgical procedure and the possible prolonged period of time needed for that procedure. However, be assured that the anesthesiologists are well trained and experienced in dealing with the situation, whatever the cause. READ MORE

  • How long does the epidural procedure take?

    This is multifactorial including such things as body habitus (degree of obesity), preexisting spinal disease, and patient cooperation which may be affected by the degree of pain and anxiety at the time. Under optimal circumstances, the procedure itself could take less than 15 minutes. READ MORE

  • Do you need anesthesia for an appendectomy?

    yes READ MORE

  • How will I feel after dental anesthesia?

    it depends on the extent of the dental procedure and if only local anesthesia is needed to be administered by the dentist , or whether General Anesthesia is required to be administered by an Anesthesiologist . Intraoperative pain can be handled by the Anesthesiologist , but subsequent post procedural pain will need to be handled by the Dental surgeon . Any post op nausea and/ or vomiting can be managed with a number of effective medications . Unfortunately this side effect is somewhat more common in General Anesthesia for this type of procedure and also seen more in female patients . But , as I said , effective treatments are available to be utilized appropriately by the practitioners . READ MORE

  • Are you put to sleep for finger surgery?

    Most likely not unless it is a significant fracture requiring instrumentation . Procedures such as trigger finger releases are usually done with local anesthesia by the surgeon along with intravenous sedation . READ MORE

  • Can you be awake during foot surgery?

    Yes . You can have a nerve block and intravenous sedation. READ MORE

  • What are the side effects of a lidocaine injection?

    Usually none . But I if it contains epinephrine in order to last longer , an inadvertent injection into a small blood vessel could cause a fast heart rate , palpitations , and anxiety. READ MORE

  • What are some potential side effects of local anesthetics?

    Inadvertent injection into a blood vessel could cause symptoms as above noted for lidocaine with epinephrine , and certain Local Anesthetics so injected can cause Cardiac problems . READ MORE

  • Is a C-section done with general anesthesia?

    Yes , it can be . It depends upon your previous types of deliveries ( if a previous c - section what type of uterine incision was used ) , the emergent or non emergent nature of the delivery , the type of airway of the patient ( Pregnancy usually affects the airway presentation due to vascular congestion ) . Today these deliveries are being done more often wit epidural Anesthesia . READ MORE

  • Do you stop breathing during general anesthesia?

    The depth of anesthesia needed for the general anesthesia may be such that you can be allowed to continue breathing on your own with continuous monitoring of your oxygen saturation and your ventilator status ( amount of CO2 you are breathing out ) . If the anesthesia needs to be deep enough that you cannot breathe on your own , the Anesthesia Machine Will keep you breathing adequately . READ MORE

  • What are the side effects of having spinal anesthesia?

    It can affect your breathing if the level is too high , but this is not likely as the anesthesiologist is very careful as to choosing the agent and the dosage depending upon your height and weight , and you are carefully and fully monitored . It can cause your blood pressure to drop , but this is of course treated by the anesthesiologist with the necessary amounts of fluids both before and during the spinal anesthesia . Medication agents can also be used to maintain your blood pressure ,if necessary . READ MORE

  • Is anesthesia safe for babies?

    It depends upon the age of the child , the anesthesia required for the particular procedure , along with any chronic illnesses the child my have . It should not be a worrisome situation in that the vast majority of hospitals will assign a specialized Pediatric Anesthesiologist with the extra post residency education and training to insure the best possible outcome . READ MORE

  • Does anesthesia affect sleep?

    You may be drowsy for some time after the anesthesia, but subsequently it should not affect your sleep. READ MORE

  • How long does spinal anesthesia last?

    The time depends upon which anesthesia agent is chosen which is determined by the length of the procedure and the positioning of your body that this requires. The appropriate agent will be used by the Anesthesiologist and this can always be discussed pre op with the surgical team and the Anesthesiologist. READ MORE

  • What type of anesthesia is used for an appendectomy?

    Usually general anesthesia READ MORE

  • Is bunion surgery done under general anesthesia?

    It can be , but is usually done with Regional / local anesthesia , along with sedation READ MORE

  • What type of anesthesia is used for an endoscopy?

    Total Intravenous Anesthesia ( TIVA ) READ MORE

  • Do they put you to sleep for retinal detachment surgery?

    Yes, along with local block by the surgeon. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Pre Admission Surgical Testing

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Medical Director PAST SIUH North 2016 - Present

Awards

  • Top Doctor Anesthesiology 2019 2019 Top Doctor Magazine 

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Family Support

Favorite Place to Vacation

  • Gettysburg Pa.

Hobbies / Sports

  • American Civil War History ; WW1 & WW2 Aviation History

Dr. Carmelo T. Turrisi, MD's Practice location

475 Seaview Ave -
Staten Island, NY 10305
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