"It was a good primer because it anticipated a lot of our questions we had for the sedation day."
S.A.
Mom of 3 year old girl
How it works
Answer 14 questions
Nice and simple yet these questions help you to identify key strengths and weaknesses you want in an anesthesiologist.
Receive your results
Once you have finished, your answers are then pumped through our clever algorithm to produce your final score.
Next steps
Based on your score we will provide some insights for you to take action on how to increase your trust and confidence in choosing the right anesthesiologist.
You’ll be scored against the following key 4 categories:
Note: These questions provide parents a deeper perspective of the anesthesia team's readiness and preparedness. While these 4 categories and their related questions are not conclusive, it serves as an important starting point for parents.
Anesthesiologist Qualifications
Knowing who will personally care for one's child, and if they have the requisite credentials, is vital. It's very rare for parents to know who their anesthesiologist until 15 minutes before the procedure starts, especially if it's performed in a hospital. But performing office-based dental sedations offers parents a unique opportunity to learn who will personally care for their child.
Anesthesiologist Experience
Much like any profession, whether they are a basketball player, lawyer, or race car driver, not all anesthesiologists have the same experience relevant to the task at hand. Understanding how much expertise the anesthesiologist brings to the table can make a world of difference to a child's safety and experience.
Emergency Protocols
Fortunately, most emergencies are not often or frequent. Yet when they do happen, it can lead to a terrible situation. One of the strongest indicators of good outcomes under anesthesia is how well prepared or trained teams are for these events. Understanding these answers will give parents a stronger sense of the team's emergency readiness.
Parental Concerns
Great communication is key to providing a safety culture, but also leads to an amazing experience for all involved. Understanding the anesthesiologist's ability to communicate well and their accessibility bodes well for a sedation experience that will positively affect the patient, parents, and the dental team.