J. Thomas Murphy
Anesthesiologist
800 Rose Street Lexington Kentucky, 40536About
Adult, pediatric and neonatal cardiothoracic anesthesia. Perioperative transesophageal echocardiography. Closed circuit anesthesia. Anesthesia information systems and electronic anesthesia records.
Education and Training
Dalhousie University
Provider Details
J. Thomas Murphy's Expert Contributions
What does an anesthesiologist do for burn patients?
Often general anesthesia for skin grafts READ MORE
How long does epidural anesthesia last?
Depends on which local anesthetic used. 1-4 hours. READ MORE
Is headache a side effect of dental anesthesia?
Many medications can cause headache. READ MORE
Can anesthesia cause blurry vision?
Possible, especially on emergence. Should not last beyond a few hours. READ MORE
Is it normal to have anxiety after anesthesia?
Depression is common after anesthesia. Anxiety less so, but you could’ve had a traumatic experience. READ MORE
Do you dream under anesthesia?
Yes, when the anesthesia is light READ MORE
Is general anesthesia used for ankle surgery?
Yes READ MORE
Is local anesthesia safer than general?
Possibly READ MORE
Is it normal to have difficulty breathing after dental anesthesia?
Sometimes muscle relaxants are used, and if they are not reversed, you may be weak. Also, if you have asthma or COPD, you could have shortness of breath. READ MORE
Do they put you to sleep for elbow surgery?
Yes READ MORE
How is epidural anesthesia performed?
In a sterile fashion, an epidural needle is inserted in the back between the vertebrae using local anesthesia while sitting or lying on the side. READ MORE
Can you eat or drink before a nerve block?
No READ MORE
Can anesthesia cause constipation?
Yes, if opioids are used READ MORE
How long does anesthesia last after a C-section?
Depends on local anesthetic. 1-4 hours. READ MORE
Can you be awake during foot surgery?
Yes READ MORE
How do you predict an allergic reaction to anesthesia?
Past history of allergy. READ MORE
What kind of anesthesia is used for cystoscopy?
General or possibly sedation and local if fiberoptic READ MORE
Is anesthesiology used in nursing homes?
No. READ MORE
Are you put to sleep for shoulder surgery?
Possibly READ MORE
Are you awake during oral surgery?
Possible READ MORE
Internships
- Dalhousie University; Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Fellowships
- Royal Perth Hospital, Western Australia
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Anesthesiologists, Canadian Anesthesiologists Society
What do you attribute your success to?
- Open Mindedness and Inquisitiveness
Favorite Place to Vacation
- United Kingdom
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling
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- Ms. Ruth A Masciarelli MD800 Rose St Lexington KY 40536