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Programs & Services


Pediatric Anesthesia Clinic

Assessment by a pediatric anesthesiologist before surgery to develop a comprehensive anesthetic plan.

Pre-operative assessment by a pediatric anesthesiologist includes:

  • visit may be completed by Anesthesiologist in person or by virtual media (Phone)
  • assessment advice may include other investigations and specialist referral
  • parents/guardians will receive education around anesthesia techniques and risks and pain control options
  • pediatric intensive care consultation as required
  • communicate and organize specialized anesthesia requirements to the team managing care the day of surgery
  • facilitate informed consent

Contact Details

Alberta Children's Hospital

Address
28 Oki Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta
T3B 6A8
Telephone
403-955-2379
Fax
403-776-0432
Email
ach.poac@ahs.ca
Accessibility

This facility is wheelchair accessible and has an elevator on site

Getting There

Parking map

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Friday
8:00 am - 4:15 pm

Note

Inpatient consultations may be provided outside of clinic hours.

Access
Service Providers May Include
anesthesiologists, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), receptionists, registered nurses (RNs)
Eligibility

Service targeted to:

  • 0-17 years of age
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.


Wait Times

Optimized to meet the surgical date.

Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Also Known As
Acronym
POAC, Poac, Pre Operative Anesthesia Clinic, Pre-operative Anesthesia Clinic, poac