General anaesthesia and sedation at the practice
Dr Arnaud Potié is an anaesthetist, a specialist in anaesthesiology and intensive care, and a former senior physician at the Cliniques universitaires Saint-Luc (Brussels) and at the CHUV (Lausanne).
He provides general anaesthesia and sedation at the practice, in collaboration with the team. This applies to young children, very anxious patients and long procedures. The anaesthesia consultation and the procedure take place on separate dates.
Website: anesthesie-potie.ch
When does he step in?
Frequently asked questions
Is general anaesthesia carried out at the practice?
Yes, in the practice's procedure room in Bussigny, with monitoring equipment and an anaesthetist present throughout the procedure.
In which cases is it offered?
For young children, very anxious patients and long procedures. The decision is made at an anaesthesia consultation, according to the patient's state of health.
Does insurance cover it?
This depends on the reason for the procedure and on your cover. A detailed quote is given to you and can be submitted to your insurer.
See also: Oral surgery, The whole team.
