At Embrace Anaesthesia & Critical Care Specialists, we provide comprehensive anaesthetic and peri-operative care for a wide range of surgical and procedural services. Our team of specialist anaesthetists deliver safe, personalised care tailored to each patient and procedure.

Our services include:

• General anaesthesia for a broad range of surgical procedures

• Sedation and monitored anaesthesia care for minor and day procedures

• Regional anaesthesia and nerve blocks for surgery and pain management

• Obstetric anaesthesia, including epidural analgesia for labour

• Epidural blood patches for the treatment of post-dural puncture headaches

• Interventional pain management procedures

• Pre-anaesthetic assessments and perioperative optimisation

• Anaesthesia services for day surgery and private hospital procedures

Our anaesthetists work closely with surgeons, proceduralists and hospital teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, safe, and compassionate care before, during and after their procedure.

All patients are reviewed and triaged by their anaesthetist prior to the procedure. Your anaesthetist will review your medical history, questionnaire, and any relevant information before your surgery.

If you are undergoing a more complex procedure, such as a knee replacement, hip replacement, or shoulder replacement, your anaesthetist will usually contact you beforehand to discuss your medical history, anaesthetic plan, and answer any questions you may have.

If you are a low-risk patient or having a short procedure, such as a skin procedure, colonoscopy, or similar minor surgery, you may not be contacted in advance and may instead meet your anaesthetist on the day of your procedure prior to surgery.

Please be reassured that your anaesthetist reviews all of your paperwork and medical information prior to your procedure. If there are any concerns or changes required, they will contact you.

If you have any concerns about medications, fasting instructions, or your medical history, please feel free to contact our team and we will be happy to assist.

📧 admin@embraceanaesthesia.com.au
📞 0466 053 851

At Embrace Anaesthesia & Critical Care Specialists, we are committed to delivering safe, high-quality anaesthetic care with a strong focus on patient experience, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Our practice brings together a team of highly trained specialist anaesthetists who work closely with surgeons, hospitals, and theatre teams across the Bundaberg region. We aim to provide seamless care from pre-operative assessment through to recovery.

What sets us apart is our focus on:

• Patient-centred care, ensuring every patient feels informed, supported, and safe

• Specialist anaesthetists with broad clinical expertise across a range of procedures

• Strong collaboration with surgeons and hospital teams to ensure smooth perioperative care

• Efficient systems and communication to support both patients and healthcare providers

• A commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism in everything we do

We are proud to care for the Bundaberg community and strive to provide an anaesthesia service that is professional, compassionate, and dependable.

You can contact Embrace Anaesthesia & Critical Care Specialists by email or phone.

📧 Email: admin@embraceanaesthesia.com.au
📞 Phone: 0466 053 851

Our phone hours are 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Monday to Friday.
Our team works behind the scenes 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, and emails are monitored during these hours.

If you are a hospital, surgeon, or medical professional with an urgent enquiry, please contact us by phone or email and we will respond as soon as possible.

For medical emergencies, please present to your nearest emergency department or call emergency services.

If you are taking regular medications or have a medical condition, please ensure this information is included in your pre-anaesthetic questionnaire or paperwork so your anaesthetist can review it prior to your procedure.

Please also advise if you are currently under the care of any medical specialists for acute or ongoing conditions. This may include specialists such as cardiology, respiratory, neurology, haematology, or other areas. Providing the name of the specialist and the condition they are managing helps your anaesthetist ensure the safest possible care for your procedure.

Your anaesthetist carefully reviews your medical history, medications, and all submitted paperwork prior to your procedure. If there are any concerns or changes required to medications or preparation, your anaesthetist will contact you.

If you are unsure whether to take a medication, or if you develop a new medical issue or concern before your procedure, please contact our team and we will be happy to assist.

📧 admin@embraceanaesthesia.com.au
📞 0466 053 851

If your concern is urgent or medical in nature, please contact your GP or present to your nearest emergency department.

Joining Embrace Anaesthesia means becoming part of a growing team of specialist anaesthetists committed to providing exceptional perioperative care to the Bundaberg community.

We aim to create an environment where clinicians feel supported, respected, and able to practise at the highest standard. Our administrative team manages the coordination of bookings, billing, patient communication and credentialing, allowing doctors to focus on clinical care.

Our team values:

• Professional collaboration

• Efficient systems and administrative support

• Fair and transparent working arrangements

• A strong commitment to patient safety and quality care

• A positive and respectful workplace culture

We believe that a well-supported clinical team ultimately leads to the best outcomes for our patients.

Your anaesthetist will develop a personalised pain management plan based on your procedure, medical history, and individual needs. Our goal is to ensure you are as comfortable as possible during your recovery while also supporting a safe and smooth return to normal activities.

Pain control may include a combination of approaches such as:

• Local anaesthetic injections or nerve blocks performed during surgery

• Short-acting medications given during and after your procedure

• Oral pain relief medications prescribed following your surgery

• Multimodal pain management, which uses different types of medications together to improve comfort while minimising side effects

For patients undergoing more complex procedures or experiencing ongoing pain concerns, our team also works closely with Dr Rao Fu, our specialist in pain medicine, who has expertise in managing both acute and complex pain conditions.

If you have concerns about pain management, previous difficulties with pain control, or chronic pain conditions, please include this information in your pre-anaesthetic paperwork or contact our team so we can ensure your anaesthetist is aware prior to your procedure.

📧 admin@embraceanaesthesia.com.au
📞 0466 053 851

Modern anaesthesia is very safe, and significant advances in medications, monitoring equipment, and training have made anaesthetic care safer than ever before.

All anaesthetics provided through Embrace Anaesthesia & Critical Care Specialists are delivered by highly trained specialist anaesthetists who have undergone many years of medical training and specialist education. During your procedure, your anaesthetist remains with you at all times and closely monitors your breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and overall wellbeing.

Before your procedure, your anaesthetist carefully reviews your medical history, medications, and any relevant health conditions to develop an anaesthetic plan tailored specifically to you.

While all medical procedures carry some level of risk, serious complications from anaesthesia are rare, particularly for healthy patients undergoing routine procedures. Your anaesthetist’s role is to carefully assess and manage any risks to ensure the safest possible care.

If you have specific concerns about anaesthesia or your medical history, you are encouraged to include these in your pre-anaesthetic paperwork or discuss them with your anaesthetist before your procedure.