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.

Friday, 18 Sep 2026

That’s a Person, Not a Procedure: Prioritizing Patient Empathy and Personal Balance From Residency to Practice With Dr. Kan Ma

Dr. Ma unpacks a life-altering event that led him to become an anesthesiologist, the impact of starting practice during COVID-19, and the effects of the pandemic six years later. He details his optimism around anesthesia residency programs, how his mentors have inspired him, and why anesthesiologists should embrace discomfort to give patients the best possible care.

Tuesday, 23 Jun 2026

Let's Be Louder: Why Increasing Anesthesiologists' Visibility Is Essential 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 increasing anesthesiologists’ visibility, as well as their involvement in perioperative care decision-making.