Perioperative Medicine
The Future of Anesthesiology
Our Vision
Perioperative medicine is recognized as a subspecialty within Anesthesia. It is a collaborative, evidence-based practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes following surgery. This website was created as an educational tool to share learning opportunities and resources.
St. Paul's Hospital
Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine
Creating a Brighter Future
At SPH Perioperative Medicine, we are committed to spirited learning, growth and professional development. We empower our colleagues to ask insightful questions, explore disciplinary boundaries, and confront conventional ways of thinking. We invite you to learn more about Perioperative Medicine and discover an education built for you.
Learn About Us
SPH Department of Anesthesiology
Perioperative Medicine
At SPH, the Perioperative Anesthesiologist position was created in 2010. Since that time, the role has evolved and expanded and currently contains Anesthesiologists who bring a diverse range of skills and expertise. In 2017, a Perioperative fellowship was created and currently has 1-2 fellows per year.
SPH POM Co-Creators
Dr. Su-Yin MacDonell
BSN MD MSc (Perioperative Medicine) FRCPC
Division Head- Perioperative Medicine UBC Dept of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics
Physician Lead, Perioperative Medicine, St. Paul's Hospital
Perioperative Medicine Fellowship Director
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Professional Qualifications:
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MD: University of British Columbia
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FRCPC: University of British Columbia
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Fellowship in Perioperative Medicine, McMaster University
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CHEST critical care ultrasound certification
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MSc (Perioperative Medicine), University College London​
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Interests/Expertise:
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Point-Of-Care Ultrasonography (POCUS)
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Medical education
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Gender equity in medicine
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Distraction and noise during perioperative care
Dr. Mario Kovacevic
BASc MASc MD FRCPC
Consultant Anesthesiologist
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Professional Qualifications:
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MD: McMaster University
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