Expert: Ronald Levy, M.D. - 6/20/2007

Question
Thank you for the information.  Am I to assume that this would apply to an epidural as well.  Are you open to contact from medical personnel to get specific information regarded what medicines can be used.  I don't know how to convey this information, since the doctor seems to be looking for ways not to do something rather that a solution?  Thank you again for a ray of hope.

Answer
It would be difficult (and maybe inappropriate) for me to consult with the physician there. If he is an anesthesiologist, then he should know what I know. If he doesn't feel comfortable doing it, that is okay (better that then doing it wrong). But then you need to find another anesthesiologist who will do it. I don't want to name any specific medicines as I don't know your full medical history and that would be reckless on my part.

Ronald Levy, MD
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
UTMB-Galveston