What questions you should ask a critical care physician?
A critical care physician should be able to answer questions regarding diagnosis, available treatments, anticipated results, possible hazards, and the role that family members should play. They also make clear the long-term management plans and post-treatment care.
How does a critical care physician decide on a treatment plan?
A critical care physician works with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans that take into account medical history, diagnostic test results, and patient evaluations. Interventions aimed at stabilising and improving the patient's condition are given priority.
What does a critical care physician do?
Critical care physicians in Kannur at Aster MIMS specialise in treating patients with serious injuries or life-threatening conditions. They manage difficult medical operations, provide advanced life support, and monitor intensive care units (ICUs).
How should I prepare for my first visit to a paediatric cardiologist?
Medical experts advise patients to be present with their child during treatment, which can help medical staff ensure a smooth treatment process. Further, parents must reach the hospital before the appointment, bring all required medical documents and test results, and prepare a list of questions they’d like to ask before or during the treatment.
How do paediatric cardiologists decide if surgery is necessary?
Paediatric cardiologists do not provide surgical treatment; rather, they consult with other paediatricians and decide on treatment plans for patients. They look for heart problems using tools like echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, and imaging tests. For surgical treatments, parents are referred to specific medical specialists for further treatment.
When should I consider seeing a paediatric cardiologist?
Parents must consider seeing medical specialists at Aster MIMS when they have a family history of fainting, pacemakers, or any structural diseases. Further, in case of a history of palpitations, chest pain during fainting, unexplained seizures, heart murmurs, or blue skin discolouration, patients are advised to see a paediatric cardiologist.
What documents should I carry on my first visit to a paediatric cardiologist?
Patients are advised to carry a list of medications and current symptoms that patients have, test results of previous treatment undergone, insurance card, and a history of genetic diseases. It helps specialists diagnose and address patients effectively.
What are the most common types of conditions that paediatric cardiologists treat?
Paediatric cardiologists treat a wide range of health issues, including congenital heart defects, and small atrial or ventricular septal defects are often considered critical; however, their treatment must be prioritised. Other genetic syndromes involve Down syndrome, Marfan syndrome, Turner syndrome, and Williams syndrome, which medical specialists address.
Will a paediatric cardiologist help manage side effects during treatment?
Yes, paediatric cardiologists at Aster MIMS provide top-notch medical care to patients during the treatment plan. They identify issues using various tests and medical devices, consult with paediatricians and surgeons regarding treatment plans, and provide comprehensive treatment plans to patients.
What question you should ask a paediatric cardiologist?
Patients must ask about the potential threat or risk associated with the child’s medical conditions. Further, they must know the available time of medical staff during an emergency, the treatment process, the documents required, time duration of the treatment, and precautions to consider post-treatment.
