Dr. Kim personally administers your sedation anesthesia — he determines the dosage and gives the injection himself, based on your individual weight, age, medical history, and any conditions like heart, liver, or kidney function that affect how your body processes medication. This is part of Dr. Kim's direct, hands-on involvement in your care.
The dedicated anesthesia monitoring staff member's role is exactly that — monitoring your vital signs throughout surgery, separate from dosing or administration, which remains entirely Dr. Kim's responsibility. If you have a chronic condition and are specifically concerned about how it interacts with a 2-3 hour sedation procedure, it's genuinely worth checking with your own treating specialist beforehand, in addition to disclosing it to us — getting that outside perspective can offer extra peace of mind.
Consultation Tip
If you have a chronic condition and any uncertainty about undergoing a 2-3 hour sedation procedure, ask your treating doctor back home whether they see any concerns — bring their input to your consultation with Dr. Kim so it can be factored into your plan.
Ready to talk to Dr. Kim? Reach out on WhatsApp to book your video consultation: Chat with us on WhatsApp (+82 10-4434-6234)
— Dr. Hyung-taek Kim, KOWON Plastic Surgery