Best Anaesthesia Doctors in India

Anesthesia is a procedure that makes a patient pain-free and removes consciousness and awareness, especially when the patient is undergoing an invasive surgical or medical procedure. 

There are three main types of anaesthesia: general anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, and local anaesthesia.

Regional anaesthesia numbs a specific area of the body, such as an arm or a leg, while the patient remains awake.

Local anaesthesia numbs a small area of the body, such as a tooth or a small wound.

The risks of anaesthesia can include nausea and vomiting, sore throat, headaches, allergic reactions, and serious complications include cardiac events or neurological damage, but these occur rarely. The doctor ensures proper testing to ensure these risks are minimised.

Anesthesiologists are medical doctors specialising in anaesthesia and pain management after an MBBS degree.

Anesthesiologists use various monitoring devices to keep patients safe during surgery, including blood pressure monitors, heart rate monitors, and pulse oximeters. Modern anaesthesia machines have ventilators and various monitoring devices.

After receiving anaesthesia, patients may feel groggy or disoriented for some time. They may sometimes also experience nausea or vomiting.

In most cases, patients are not allowed to eat or drink for 6 to 8 hours before receiving anaesthesia. This prevents complications like aspiration of food particles into the lungs during the procedure.

In some cases, patients with colds or the flu may not be able to receive anaesthesia due to the risk of airway-related complications. It is important to discuss and get clearances from respective departments for any illnesses or medical conditions as per your anesthesiologist prior to the procedure.

A pre-anesthetic consultation is a consultation with your anesthesiologist prior to your surgery or medical procedure to discuss your medical history, current medications, and any questions or concerns you may have. 

The anesthesiologist is responsible for administering and monitoring anaesthesia during surgery.

MAC anaesthesia stands for Monitored Anesthesia Care, which is a type of anaesthesia involving a combination of sedation and local anaesthesia.

Children may be at a higher risk of complications than adults, depending on the surgery, but anaesthesia can be safe for children as small as newborns when administered by a qualified anesthesiologist. 

In most cases, the anesthesiologist determines the type of anaesthesia used based on the procedure being performed and the patient's medical history. Patient requests can be discussed.

Yes, pain management specialists can diagnose and treat chronic pain conditions, often using a combination of medication, physical therapy, and other therapies.

Review

Reviewed by Dr. Sreeja Menon, Head & Senior Consultant, Dept. of Anesthesiology, Gurgaon on 4-Sep-2023.