Anaesthesia isn’t just a step before surgery — it’s the part where your patient’s safety hangs in the balance.
Consultant Anaesthesia
High-level anaesthesia isn’t just about keeping a patient asleep; it’s about keeping them safe, pain-free, and supported at every moment. Whether you’re a pet owner wanting the best care for your animal or a veterinary clinic looking to enhance your surgical service, consultant anaesthesia service directly brings specialist-level safety, comfort, and skill.
What exactly is consultant anaesthesia?
Think of it as having a dedicated specialist whose only job is to safeguard your patient from the moment sedation starts until they are fully recovered. We provide customised anaesthesia and analgesia plans for each patient, factoring in their species, breed, age, health status, and procedure.
For pet owners, that’s peace of mind knowing an expert is solely focused on their pet’s well-being. For veterinary teams, it’s precision care without the stress of split focus, ensuring surgical procedures run smoothly from start to finish.
Why your patient deserves specialist care
Anaesthesia isn’t “just” the step before surgery; it’s a critical part of the procedure that influences the outcome. Our specialist-led approach adds an extra layer of support, which means fewer risks, faster recovery, and better pain control.
With advanced monitoring and real-time adjustments, we can respond instantly to even the smallest changes, ensuring the patient’s stability and comfort from start to finish. This level of oversight often means the difference between a straightforward recovery and a prolonged, complicated post-operative period.
Confidence for pet owners
When your pet needs surgery, trust matters. With our mobile vet anaesthesia service:
- A specialist is beside them every second, with no divided attention.
- Advanced monitoring catches changes before they become problems.
- Anaesthetic plans are designed specifically for your pet’s needs.
- Recovery is smoother, with less grogginess and better comfort at home.
Our goal is to make a stressful day feel as safe and controlled as possible so you can focus on getting your pet back to its happy, healthy self.
For vets: a partner who frees you to focus
When you have a specialist anaesthetist managing your patient, you can give full attention to the procedure. We provide:
- Skilled management of complex or high-risk anaesthetics.
- Advanced techniques including TIVA, PIVA, nerve blocks, and mechanical ventilation.
- Reduced mental load for your team during critical moments.
- Seamless integration with your workflow and protocols.
This means your surgical efficiency improves while patient safety is enhanced – a win for your team and the patient.
How It Works in Practice
Our approach blends advanced technology with hands-on expertise, ensuring every stage is handled with care and attention.
Case Review
We assess medical history, previous anaesthesia experiences, and procedure needs.
Custom Plan
Tailored anaesthesia and analgesia protocols are designed for the patient.
Specialist Monitoring
Every breath, heartbeat, and change in status is tracked in real time.
Smooth Recovery
Ongoing monitoring and pain control until the patient is stable and comfortable.
With a specialist in the room, you can focus entirely on your work, knowing every heartbeat, breath, and change is being watched.
When to bring in a consultant anaesthetist
- Patients with significant health issues or previous anaesthetic complications.
- Complex, lengthy, or high-risk procedures.
- When you want human-hospital level anaesthesia for your patient.
- To add expert capability without overloading your clinic team.
If you’re unsure, a quick conversation can determine whether specialist input could improve the patient’s safety and comfort.
The results speak for themselves
For pet owners, it’s seeing their pet wake up bright, warm, and comfortable. For vets, it’s the ability to perform procedures without splitting focus, and the confidence that the patient’s anaesthesia is being handled at the highest standard.
Our cases consistently demonstrate smoother recoveries, better pain control, and reduced complication rates, translating into better outcomes for everyone involved.
Let’s Talk About Your Next Case
Whether you need one-time support or regular collaboration, we’re here to help. Our Consultant Anaesthesia service covers Brisbane, with arrangements available for surrounding regions. We can work directly with pet owners, in partnership with your veterinary team, or provide remote support where travel isn’t feasible. Contact us to discuss your case, book a consultation, or learn how specialist anaesthesia can make all the difference.
Anaesthesia Services
Mobile expertise that elevates surgical outcomes through precision monitoring, targeted pain relief, and exclusive one-to-one attention.
Consultant Anaesthesia
Expert anaesthetic services for complex surgical procedures and medically compromised vulnerable patients.
Pain Management
Tailored strategies to prevent, control, and eliminate discomfort throughout recovery.
Palliative Care
Compassionate comfort-focused care ensuring dignity and peace for end-of-life patients.
Telehealth
Remote consultations for anaesthetic planning, risk assessment, and owner guidance.
Trusted by Vets. Valued by Families.
When complex cases demand specialist expertise, collaboration matters. Our anaesthetic partnership enhances patient outcomes while supporting your practice goals, providing seamless integration and clinical excellence for challenging procedures.
Specialist Anaesthetist
Focused on complex, high-risk cases, and there until your patient is stable.
Mobile, Personalised Clinic Care
We bring advanced equipment, specialist protocols, and tailored anaesthetic plans.
Dedicated
Throughout
One specialist focused on your patient from pre-op assessment to recovery.
Advanced Monitoring & Gold Standard Care
Advanced monitoring techniques and specialist equipment to protect the most vulnerable patients.
Supporting Teams & Clients
Clear clinical communication, transparent discussions, and coordinatedcare that builds confidence.
Trusted Across Queensland
Professional partnerships with leading practices throughout Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast.
FAQs
What does a consultant anaesthetist do for my pet?
A consultant veterinary anaesthetist is a specialist veterinarian whose sole focus is keeping your pet safe and comfortable during procedures. They create a tailored anaesthetic and pain management plan, monitor your pet continuously throughout the procedure, and ensure a smooth, pain-free recovery. Every aspect is adjusted in real time to suit your pet’s needs, giving you the reassurance that your pet is in expert hands from start to finish.
Can The Anaesthesia Vet work with my local clinic?
Yes, The Anaesthesia Vet offers a mobile vet anaesthesia service that works directly with your local clinic. We regularly partner with veterinary practices across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast, bringing specialist care into your pet’s familiar environment. This means your pet can stay in a place they know, with their regular vet and nurses, while benefiting from advanced anaesthesia expertise.
When should a vet consider referring to a specialist anaesthetist?
A specialist anaesthetist is valuable for pets with complex health conditions such as heart, lung, or kidney disease, senior or young patients, or those with previous anaesthesia complications. They are also ideal for long or complex surgeries where advanced monitoring and pain management can make all the difference. In clinics without an in-house anaesthesia specialist, bringing one in provides extra safety and skill for challenging cases.
Will my pet still know the situation if a specialist is involved?
Absolutely. Their trusted local vet and nursing team will still care for your pet, and the specialist joins them as an extra support layer. The Anaesthesia Vet works alongside your clinic staff, focusing solely on anaesthesia so your vet can concentrate fully on the procedure. This team approach ensures the highest level of care while keeping your pet in a familiar, low-stress environment.
How is consultant anaesthesia different from what my vet already does?
While all vets are trained to perform anaesthesia, a consultant anaesthetist has advanced, specialist training dedicated exclusively to anaesthesia and pain management. This allows for a fully customised plan for your pet, advanced monitoring techniques, and precise real-time adjustments throughout the procedure. It’s an added safety net, vital for higher-risk or complex cases, that complements and enhances your regular vet’s care.
What types of clinics benefit most from bringing in an anaesthesia consultant?
Any veterinary clinic wanting to provide the highest standard of anaesthetic care can benefit. We support small practices, busy hospitals, and everything across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast. Clinics that don’t have a full-time anaesthesia specialist or that see complex surgical cases can expand their capabilities, improve safety for high-risk patients, and offer the same advanced care found in referral centres.
“I cannot recommend Dr Kieren Maddern highly enough. She has cared for both of my tiny, health-compromised Pomeranians, who are high risk when it comes to anaesthesia. As a very anxious owner, the thought of putting them under is always stressful, but knowing Dr Kieren is in control makes all the difference.”
M Vincent - Pet Owner
“Working with Kieren brings a sense of calm and confidence to even the most complex cases. With her managing anaesthesia, we can focus entirely on dentistry, knowing every detail of patient safety is being handled with care and precision.”
Dr Aaron & Dr Bec, Advanced Animal Dentistry
“Kieren shares our passion for cats. Her specialist training and knowledge allowed us to safely pursue treatments that required anaesthesia in a manner that ensured the utmost safety for Mr Gibbs. Her level of planning, communication, and care was extraordinary.“