Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias MD
Anesthesiologist
Urb Atenas 2nd floor Manati Puerto Rico, 00961About
Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias is an anesthesiologist practicing in Manati, Puerto Rico. Dr. Rodriguez Elias 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. Rodriguez Elias also might help manage pain after an operation.
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The Dead Man
I was answering consults in the ER in 1984, and there was a school of medicine. I supervised students, interns, and residents. I received a call from the resident on duty, "Doc we have a problem and need your help. Please come to the 3rd-floor medicine male ward." I arrived and found a lot of...
My study about propofol in the 80s
In the 80s the Baxter comp asked me to conduct a study of his new hypnotic Propofol. The other anesthesiologists were afraid of this novel drug. But I am brave and bold and said yes. They gave me 200 forms of consent to inform patients they were part of a study. And 200 forms to follow during...
How many types of anesthesia exist?
There are 3 great types of anesthesia: Num 1- Local - Usually given by surgeon Num 2- Regional - Epidural; spinal; regional blocks of extremities, etc. Num 3- General - Could be intubated...geta Or by mask or LMA laringeal mask. READ MORE
How long does rhinoplasty surgery last?
This question is better answered by an ENT surgeon. But in my experience, it depends upon the surgeon. Could be 1, 2, 3 hours. Depends upon what kind of correction, too. READ MORE
Who will be giving me anesthesia?
If it's a minor surgery, sometimes the surgeon will give local anesthesia. In some cases. they ask for an anesthesiologist. In major surgeries in complicated patients, then an anesthesiologist must be called. READ MORE
Is local anesthesia given during a tooth extraction?
Local anesthesia is routine in dental procedures. In case of minors or people with psychiatric disorders, they also give sedation. READ MORE
Why do they tape your eyes shut during surgery?
For protection. During anesthesia, eyes get dry. Also could suffer lacerations or abrasions during the procedure. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used for hand surgery?
Hand surgery could be done under regional anesthesia. Regional blocks or intravenous block also can be done under general anesthesia. Depends upon procedure and surgeon. READ MORE
What anesthesia will be used for my breast reduction surgery?
General anesthesia READ MORE
What are some potential side effects of local anesthetics?
Local anesthetics are usually safe and with rare complications in proper doses .Numbness; dizzines; tinnitus could be side effects. In cases of allergies there is another scenario READ MORE
Do they put you to sleep for retinal detachment surgery?
The great majority of eyes surgery are done under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation READ MORE
Do you feel pain during anesthesia awareness?
I believe a patient could feel pain in light planes of anesthesia READ MORE
Can tooth extraction be done under general anesthesia?
Must be done in hospital with anesthesia services. READ MORE
What anesthetic is used for a root canal?
Local anesthesia READ MORE
Is local anesthesia safe?
Local anesthesia is usually safe and without complications in proper doses READ MORE
How does a local anesthetic work?
Local anesthesia is administered by surgeon near the area of surgery. It takes minutes to start to take action. Side effects are minimum. But you will need the presence of other adults to take you home. READ MORE
Can you eat before local anesthesia?
You should be fasting 6 hours before the procedure, no matter if it's local. You can eat one hour after the procedure. READ MORE
Can I be put to sleep for dental work while pregnant?
During pregnancy, general anesthesia should be avoid. Rec is local. General anesthesia will be given, it's no choice and is emergency in all pregnant women. READ MORE
Will I be put to sleep for carotid surgery?
Carotid enndarterectomy is under gata. General endo. READ MORE
Why is my son hyper after anesthesia?
There are some drugs that can create excitation. But it will last hours, maybe 24hrs. If persistent, you should get a pediatric evaluation. READ MORE
Are children given anesthesia for cavity fillings?
Dental procedure can be done under local anesthesia. It's safer for kids. All depends upon the kid. I have seen kids more cooperative and mature than adults. You should speak first with the child and do not lie to him. READ MORE
What anesthesia is easier to recover from?
All depends on the procedure. A minor surgery, i.e., a nail, should recover quickly. But as general rule, you recover fast from local anesthesia. Less side effects. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- School of Medicine, San Juan, PR
Professional Society Memberships
- Association of Investigation College Physicians of Puerto Rico
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