Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy, MBBS, FRCA, FRCPC

Sugantha Ganapathy, MBBS, FRCA, FRCPC is an anesthesiologist at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, and London Health Sciences Centre in London, Ontario, Canada, where the focus of her work is regional anesthesia and acute postoperative pain. The current appointment of Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy is Professor Emerita of Anesthesia and Co-Director of Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain.

The research and clinical emphasis of Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy falls on ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia, continuous catheter and paravertebral block techniques and regional anesthesia for minimally invasive cardiac surgery. She is a recipient of the YMCA Women of Excellence Award, 2009.

An anesthesiologist is a fully qualified doctor responsible for anaesthesia, pain control and the monitoring of breathing, circulation and consciousness around an operation. Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy works within the field of regional anesthesia and acute postoperative pain.

Quick Reference For Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

• Full Name And Credentials: Sugantha Ganapathy, MBBS, FRCA, FRCPC
• Specialty: Anesthesiology
• Subspecialty Focus: Regional anesthesia and acute postoperative pain
• Current Position: Professor Emerita of Anesthesia and Co-Director of Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain
• Institution: Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, and London Health Sciences Centre
• Location: London, Ontario, Canada

Where Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy Trained

The training record below is drawn from the institutional and society sources listed at the end of this profile.

• Medical Degree: Medical training in India
• Postgraduate Training: Further anaesthesia training in England
• Early Practice: Practised in Kenya before moving to Canada in 1994
• Academic Appointment: Professor of Anesthesia at Western University from 1994, now Professor Emerita

Where Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy Focuses Clinically

Published professional sources describe the clinical and academic work of Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy as centred on:

• Ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia
• Continuous catheter and paravertebral block techniques
• Regional anesthesia for minimally invasive cardiac surgery
• Ambulatory regional analgesia at home
• Acute postoperative pain management

Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy Professional Appointments

• Co-Director, Division of Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Services, Western University and London Health Sciences Centre
• Director of Regional and Pain Research, Western University
• Founder of the postgraduate training programme in regional anesthesia at Western in 1995
• Founder of the training programme in ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia at Western in 2004
• Lead investigator on studies of paravertebral block in breast cancer surgery and cancer recurrence

Awards And Honours Received By Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

• YMCA Women of Excellence Award, 2009
• Fellowship Teacher of the Year, Western University Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, 2004, 2005 and 2011 to 2012
• Nominated for the PAIRO Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award, 1991
• Introduced patient-controlled regional analgesia and continuous paravertebral catheter techniques to Canadian practice

Location And Contact Details For Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, and London Health Sciences Centre

London, Ontario, Canada. Clinical commitments at this institution are arranged through its departments and preoperative services. Confirm the current street address, department and telephone number with the institution before travelling, because academic appointments and clinic sites change.

Regional Anesthesia Explained

Regional anesthesia uses targeted injections of local anaesthetic near nerves to numb a specific part of the body, often instead of or alongside general anaesthesia. Ultrasound guidance lets the anesthesiologist see the nerve and the needle in real time, which has made these blocks more precise. For patients this can mean less pain after surgery, lower opioid requirements, less nausea and in many cases a faster return home.

Specialists With Expertise Comparable To Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

If you are comparing specialists, these anesthesiologists work in closely related areas:

• Dr. Vincent Chan, regional anesthesia at University of Toronto and Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network
• Dr. Xavier Capdevila, regional anesthesia at University of Montpellier and Lapeyronie University Hospital
• Dr. Admir Hadzic, regional anesthesia at NYSORA, The New York School of Regional Anesthesia, and Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg
• Dr. Alain Borgeat, regional anesthesia at University of Zurich and Balgrist University Hospital

Browse the full anesthesiologist directory for more specialists.

How To Request An Appointment With Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

Anesthesiologists are usually brought into a patient’s care by a surgeon, a hospital preoperative clinic or a pain service rather than through direct booking. Insurance participation varies by hospital and by plan, and it changes over time. Check coverage with both the institution and your insurer before scheduling, and ask whether the named anesthesiologist will personally be involved in your care.

Patient Questions About Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy Answered

Where does Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy practise?

Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy is based at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, and London Health Sciences Centre in London, Ontario, Canada.

Where did Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy go to medical school?

Medical training in India. Full training details appear in the education section above.

What are the qualifications of Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy?

Sugantha Ganapathy, MBBS, FRCA, FRCPC. Full credentials are listed above.

What position does Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy hold?

Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy is Professor Emerita of Anesthesia and Co-Director of Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain, based at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, and London Health Sciences Centre.

What does an anesthesiologist do?

An anesthesiologist is a physician who plans and manages anaesthesia and pain control, and who monitors breathing, heart function, circulation and comfort during surgery and recovery. The role also covers preoperative assessment and critical care.

What is regional anesthesia?

Regional Anesthesia is the area of anesthesiology concerned with regional anesthesia and acute postoperative pain. Clinicians working in this area, including Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy, aim to make surgery and recovery safer and more comfortable.

Verified Sources For Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

• Western University Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry faculty profile
• Western University Division of Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain
• London Health Sciences Centre

Editorial Review And Last Update For Dr. Sugantha Ganapathy

This profile was compiled from the public professional sources listed above, including institutional faculty pages, hospital provider directories and specialty society records. Credentials, appointments and awards were checked against at least two independent sources where available. Last reviewed on 30 October 2026.

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