What type of cases do you support?

All cases and species are welcome. Examples of common submissions include: High-risk-status patients or breeds Brachycephalic dogs and cats Heart and neurosurgery procedures Critical traumas Senior pets with cardiac disease and/or multiple comorbidities Exotic species Equine

Do you provide anesthesia support for non-companion animals (exotics, small mammals, wildlife, reptiles, etc.)?

Yes. Dr. Lewis has extensive experience providing anesthesia for exotics, small mammals, rodents, birds, reptiles, and more.

How does a remote protocol promote patient safety?

Safe and effective anesthesia is tailored to each patient and requires a deep understanding of how physiology, drugs, and procedure intersect. Remote protocols bring that specialized expertise to your team, translating it into a clear, practical plan you can execute with confidence. Tailored, team-ready planning: aligned with your patient, procedure, available drugs, equipment, and workflow Proactive risk reduction: identifies and pre-empts both obvious and hidden risks with thoughtful drug and monitoring guidance Whole-journey support: promotes safety before, during, and after anesthesia, not only on the surgery or diagnostic table

What if I have a problem during anesthesia?

Dr. Lewis is available by phone during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, for real-time support.

How do I submit a case? How quickly can I expect a response?

You can easily submit your case and consultation fee through our secure online portal. Most cases are returned within 12 to 24 hours, Monday through Friday.

What documents do I need to submit a case?

To ensure appropriate clinical assessment and a tailored protocol, the following information is requested: Patient chart Blood work results Imaging (if any) ECG report (if any) Procedure details Expected duration of procedure Available drugs, inhalants, and monitoring equipment Clinician concerns Urgent versus non-urgent status

Is the anesthesiologist available for in-clinic services?

Dr. Lewis is available on a limited basis for elective in-clinic services within a two-hour radius of Tampa, Florida. Please contact us directly to discuss your case.

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What type of cases do you support?
All cases and species are welcome. Examples of common submissions include:
- High-risk-status patients or breeds
- Brachycephalic dogs and cats
- Heart and neurosurgery procedures
- Critical traumas
- Senior pets with cardiac disease and/or multiple comorbidities
- Exotic species
- Equine
Do you provide anesthesia support for non-companion animals (exotics, small mammals, wildlife, reptiles, etc.)?
Yes. Dr. Lewis has extensive experience providing anesthesia for exotics, small mammals, rodents, birds, reptiles, and more.
How does a remote protocol promote patient safety?
Safe and effective anesthesia is tailored to each patient and requires a deep understanding of how physiology, drugs, and procedure intersect. Remote protocols bring that specialized expertise to your team, translating it into a clear, practical plan you can execute with confidence.
- Tailored, team-ready planning: aligned with your patient, procedure, available drugs, equipment, and workflow
- Proactive risk reduction: identifies and pre-empts both obvious and hidden risks with thoughtful drug and monitoring guidance
- Whole-journey support: promotes safety before, during, and after anesthesia, not only on the surgery or diagnostic table
What if I have a problem during anesthesia?
Dr. Lewis is available by phone during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, for real-time support.
How do I submit a case? How quickly can I expect a response?
You can easily submit your case and consultation fee through our secure online portal. Most cases are returned within 12 to 24 hours, Monday through Friday.
What documents do I need to submit a case?
To ensure appropriate clinical assessment and a tailored protocol, the following information is requested:
- Patient chart
- Blood work results
- Imaging (if any)
- ECG report (if any)
- Procedure details
- Expected duration of procedure
- Available drugs, inhalants, and monitoring equipment
- Clinician concerns
- Urgent versus non-urgent status
Is the anesthesiologist available for in-clinic services?
Dr. Lewis is available on a limited basis for elective in-clinic services within a two-hour radius of Tampa, Florida. Please contact us directly to discuss your case.