Meet an anestheSiologist

This interview series with CAS members and volunteers delves into the essential yet often unseen work anesthesiologists do every day. From intimate patient experiences to evolving healthcare models, to setting the next generation of practitioners up for success, we explore what it means to be an anesthesiologist in Canada today and in the future.

Tuesday, 23 Jun 2026

Let's Be Louder: Increasing Anesthesiologists' With Dr Dolores McKeen

We sat down with Dr. Dolores McKeen, Past CAS President and former Dean of the Memorial University of Newfoundland Anesthesia Department. Dr. McKeen spoke to us about the world of Obstetric Anesthesia, how she uses a limited time frame to connect with patients, and the importance of anesthesiologists’ close involvement in perioperative care decision-making.