An integral support function for all Specialities, the Department of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care provides inter-disciplinary medical care based on applications of Anaesthesia in surgery, Diagnostics, Critical Care and Pain management, with an optimal, evidence-based approach.
From providing patient-centred perioperative clinical services in Surgery to induction of Anaesthesia for diagnostic and radiation procedures to rendering quality care to the critically ill and assisting in chronic pain management, the ALS/BLS trained team of Anaesthesiologists, with the help of high-tech clinical support, extends expert services to all specialities at all times, efficiently.
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FAQs
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What does an anesthesiologist do?
Anesthesiologists are specialists who provide medical care with anesthesia during pain management, and critical care surgeries. They play a key role in monitoring critical health conditions where anesthesia is needed and control vital life functions like blood pressure, consciousness, heart rate and respiration during surgical procedures.
Does an anesthesiologist treat patients?
Yes. Anesthesiologists offer complete medical care to the patients as physicians in varous scenarios. They always stay attentive during surgery and even after for complete recovery. As their role is to monitor the core health functions, they manage anesthesia levels for patient safety throughout the treatment.
What question should you ask an anesthesiologist?
You can ask anything about anesthesiological treatments, such as procedures involved, what anesthesiologists do, how they know that a patient requires anesthesia or not, the amount of anesthesia a patient can receive during or after surgery, and till what time. Our anesthesiologist in Kochi is always ready to answer all your queries.
What documents to carry on my first visit to an anesthesiologist?
There are certain documents you should share with anesthesiologists that include previous medications or supplements, latest health report, any ongoing treatment, and reaction report of anesthesia (if taken previously). These documents will help anesthesiologists examine whether you’re eligible to undergo the procedure.
How should I prepare for my first visit to an anesthesiologist?
While visiting an anesthesiologist, make sure to carry all your medical reports, latest health checkup prescriptions, or even medicines that you take. Sharing all this information will help the experts perform a complete health evaluation and suggest treatment based on their diagnosis.
What does an anesthesiologist do?
Anesthesiologists are specialists who provide medical care with anesthesia during pain management, and critical care surgeries. They play a key role in monitoring critical health conditions where anesthesia is needed and control vital life functions like blood pressure, consciousness, heart rate and respiration during surgical procedures.
What problems do anesthesiologists solve?
Anesthesiologists are specialized physicians who help control the pain that patients feel during surgical procedures. They consistently monitor the blood pressure, heart beat, and respiratory functions of the patient undergoing serious surgery. In some cases, they keep the patient conscious during and after the surgery
When should I consider seeing an anesthesiologist?
There are several conditions that require help from anesthesiologists, such as migraine headaches, severe injuries, unbearable back pain, or traumatic sufferings. However, you should first ask a nearby doctor who can tell when to seek support from an anesthesiologist. You can also consult our anesthesiologist in Kochi for pain management anytime.
What happens at an anesthesiologist appointment?
An anesthesiologist can perform certain examinations related to your physical health, such as cardiac checks, blood pressure monitoring, and respiratory issues. These specialists can also ask you about any previous or ongoing treatments that involve anesthesia to review your health conditions at that moment.
Will an anesthesiologist help manage side effects during treatment?
Yes. They always remain active during the surgery to monitor the patient’s health conditions. If there is any side effects during or after the treatment, anesthesiologists quickly address the complications. This process continues until the patient is out of anesthesia and recovering safely.
