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G2 Anesthesia is the largest private practice of American Board of Anesthesiology Board-Certified anesthesiologists in the South Bay and Silicon Valley.

10/23/2026

FAQ Friday: What If I Wake Up in Pain?

Pain after surgery is a common concern, and your anesthesia team starts planning for your comfort before your procedure even begins.
If you wake up experiencing pain, your recovery team will assess how you’re feeling and can provide appropriate pain relief based on your procedure and individual needs.

Your pain plan may include:
IV or oral pain medications
Nerve blocks or regional anesthesia
Non-opioid medications
A combination of different pain management techniques
Adjustments based on your pain level and response

Be open about how you’re feeling when you wake up. You don’t need to “tough it out.” Communicating your pain helps your care team determine the best way to keep you comfortable as you begin recovery.

10/21/2026

Preparing for anesthesia is just as much about what you avoid as what you do. Before your procedure, make sure you don’t:

1. Ignore fasting instructions – Eating or drinking outside of your care team’s instructions can increase the risk of complications and may delay your procedure.
2. Change your medications on your own – Some medications may need to be continued, adjusted, or temporarily held. Always follow your medical team’s instructions.
3. Leave out medications or supplements – Tell your anesthesia team about prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements, and weight-loss medications you take.
4. Forget to mention smoking, va**ng, alcohol, or recreational drug use – This information can affect your anesthesia plan and is important for your safety.
5. Stay quiet about changes in your health – A new cough, fever, respiratory illness, or other change before surgery should be shared with your care team.

When in doubt, ask. Following your specific pre-op instructions helps your anesthesia team plan the safest care for you.

10/19/2026

MAC stands for Monitored Anesthesia Care, a type of anesthesia commonly used for procedures that may not require general anesthesia.
During MAC, your anesthesia team gives medications through an IV to help keep you relaxed and comfortable. The level of sedation can range from light to deep depending on the procedure and your individual needs.

During MAC anesthesia, your anesthesia team:
Continuously monitors your breathing, oxygen levels, heart rate, and blood pressure
Adjusts sedation medications throughout the procedure
Manages your comfort and pain
Is prepared to provide additional airway or breathing support if needed

Some patients may be awake but very relaxed, while others may sleep through most or all of the procedure.
Your anesthesiologist will determine the appropriate anesthesia plan based on your health, procedure, and individual needs.

10/16/2026

FAQ Friday: Will I Have a Breathing Tube?

Not every patient who receives anesthesia will need a breathing tube. It depends on the type of anesthesia, your procedure, your health, and the level of breathing support needed.
If you’re having general anesthesia, an airway device may be used to help keep your airway open and support your breathing while you’re asleep. This could include a breathing tube or another type of airway device.
Your anesthesia team will determine the safest option for you based on factors like:
The type and length of your procedure
Your medical history
Your airway and breathing
Your positioning during surgery
The type of anesthesia being used

If a breathing tube is needed, it’s typically placed after you’re asleep and removed as you’re waking up. Have questions about what to expect? Your anesthesiologist can walk you through your individual anesthesia plan before your procedure.

10/14/2026

Sedation vs. General Anesthesia: What’s the difference?
Both can be used to keep you comfortable during a procedure, but they work differently. Here are 5 key differences:

Level of consciousness – With sedation, you may be relaxed, drowsy, or asleep depending on the depth. With general anesthesia, you’re fully unconscious.
Breathing support – Many patients breathe on their own during lighter levels of sedation. General anesthesia may require additional airway and breathing support.
Awareness – Depending on the level of sedation, you may respond to voices or touch. Under general anesthesia, you’re not expected to respond to stimulation.
Types of procedures – Sedation is commonly used for shorter or less invasive procedures, while general anesthesia is often used for more complex surgeries.
Recovery – Recovery time can vary with both and depends on the medications used, procedure, and individual patient.

Your anesthesia team considers your health, procedure, comfort, and safety when determining which approach is appropriate for you.
Have questions about your anesthesia plan? Ask your anesthesia team before your procedure.

10/12/2026

There’s a lot happening behind the scenes while you’re under anesthesia.
Your anesthesiologist is continuously monitoring key signs to help keep you stable throughout your procedure, including:

Heart rate and rhythm – Watching how your heart is responding throughout surgery.
Blood pressure – Monitoring for changes and adjusting your care when needed.
Oxygen levels – Making sure your body is receiving adequate oxygen.
Breathing – Tracking your respiratory rate, airflow, and carbon dioxide levels.
Response to anesthesia – Evaluating how your body is responding and adjusting medications throughout the procedure.

Anesthesia isn’t simply about helping you sleep. Your anesthesia team is monitoring, assessing, and adjusting your care from the moment your procedure begins until you’re safely in recovery.

10/09/2026

FAQ Friday: What Happens in the PACU?
PACU stands for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, and it’s where you’ll be taken immediately after surgery as you wake up from anesthesia.
While you’re there, your care team will closely monitor:
Your breathing and oxygen levels
Heart rate and blood pressure
Pain and comfort level
Nausea or other side effects
How alert you are as the anesthesia wears off
You may feel sleepy, groggy, cold, or a little disoriented at first. Your recovery team is there to keep you comfortable and make sure you’re recovering appropriately before you’re cleared to go home or move to your hospital room.
Think of the PACU as the bridge between the operating room and the next step in your recovery.

10/07/2026

Are You Awake for a Nerve Block?
In many cases, yes, but you may receive medication to help you feel relaxed and comfortable during the process.
Before placing the nerve block, your anesthesia team will typically numb the skin. Ultrasound may then be used to guide the needle near the targeted nerves and deliver the medication.

Depending on your procedure and anesthesia plan, you may be:
-Fully awake
-Awake but relaxed with light sedation
-Sleepy and less aware of what’s happening
-Receiving the nerve block along with another type of anesthesia

The nerve block itself is designed to temporarily reduce sensation and pain in a specific area of the body.
Your anesthesia team will explain what to expect and make sure you’re comfortable throughout the process.

10/05/2026

Before the block, the area is typically cleaned and numbed. You may feel a quick pinch or brief pressure as the needle is positioned. Ultrasound may be used to help guide placement near the targeted nerves.
As the nerve block begins working, you may notice:
Warmth or tingling
Heaviness in the affected area
Gradual numbness
Temporary weakness or difficulty moving the area
Significant reduction in pain sensation

The exact experience depends on the type of nerve block and where it’s placed. Your anesthesia team will explain what to expect, monitor you throughout the process, and give you instructions for safely protecting the numb area afterward.

10/02/2026

FAQ Friday: How Do I Prepare for General Anesthesia?
Preparing ahead of time can help your surgery day go as smoothly as possible. Here are a few important things to remember:
Follow your fasting instructions for when to stop eating and drinking.
Review your medications and follow your care team’s instructions about what to take or hold before surgery.
Share your complete medical history, including allergies, supplements, previous reactions to anesthesia, and any recent illnesses.
Avoid smoking, va**ng, alcohol, and recreational drugs as instructed by your surgical team.
Arrange a ride home if your procedure requires someone else to drive you after anesthesia.
Most importantly, follow the specific instructions provided by your surgical and anesthesia teams. Your preparation may look different depending on your health, medications, and procedure.
Have questions before surgery? Don’t be afraid to ask your anesthesia team!

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718 University Avenue Suite 211
Los Gatos, CA
95032

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+14083995546

Website

http://www.g2anesthesia.com/

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