anesthesiology

Your Partner In Pain Control During Medical Interventions

Anesthesiology

Anaesthesia care for patients undergoing surgery, medical operations, or dealing with pain is the primary goal of anesthesiology. Chord Road Hospital's anesthesiology sub-department comprises a highly qualified and experienced group of anesthesiologists dedicated to ensuring the patient's comfort, safety, and well-being throughout their perioperative experience. Here is an overview of the services offered in our Anesthesiology sub-departments:

Pediatric Anesthesiology

Our Pediatric Anesthesiology services cater to the unique needs of children requiring anaesthesia. When it comes to giving anaesthesia to children of all ages, we are well-versed to understand the individual needs of younger patients due to their age, size, and health. In addition, we ensure a safe and comforting environment for pediatric patients, working closely with their families to provide optimal care during surgical procedures.

Pain management and safety measures for pediatric procedures:
  • Pediatric pain management techniques include local anaesthetics, nerve blocks, and intravenous medications tailored to the child's age and weight.
  • Strict safety measures are implemented for pediatric procedures, such as precise dosing, continuous monitoring of vital signs, and maintaining a child-friendly environment.
  • Pediatric patients are monitored closely to ensure optimal pain control and minimize potential risks during and after surgery.
  • Age-appropriate communication and distraction techniques are used to alleviate anxiety and enhance the overall experience for pediatric patients.
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration with pediatric surgeons, nurses, and child life specialists ensures comprehensive care and support for pediatric patients.

Obstetric Anesthesiology

Obstetric Anesthesiology focuses on providing anaesthesia care for women during pregnancy, labour, and childbirth. Our specialized team offers pain management techniques, including epidural anaesthesia and other regional anaesthesia methods, to relieve pain and comfort during labour. We prioritized the mother's and baby's safety throughout the delivery process.

Pain relief options:
  • Epidural anaesthesia is a commonly used pain relief option during labour and childbirth, providing continuous pain relief while allowing the mother to remain awake and involved.
  • Depending on the particulars, such as high-risk pregnancies or the requirement for a caesarean section, anesthesiologists carefully evaluate the mother's health and tailor the mother's pain management choices.
  • To guarantee the safety of both mother and child, vital signs and foetal health are continuously monitored.
  • Anaesthesia providers work closely with obstetricians and nurses to coordinate pain management and facilitate a smooth delivery experience.
  • Patient education and support are provided to address any concerns and help mothers make informed decisions regarding their pain management during childbirth.

Neuro-anesthesiology

Neuro-anesthesiology involves the administration of anaesthesia during neurosurgical procedures or interventions involving the central nervous system. Our expert team is trained to monitor and manage anaesthesia in complex neurological cases, ensuring optimal patient safety and surgical conditions during procedures such as brain surgeries, spinal surgeries, and other neuro-interventions.

Techniques and technologies used for brain and spinal cord surgeries:
  • Advanced techniques and technologies, such as neurophysiological monitoring and brain mapping, are used for precise anaesthetic management during brain and spinal cord surgeries.
  • Anaesthesia providers work closely with neurosurgeons and neurologists to ensure optimal brain function and minimize potential complications.
  • During neurosurgical procedures, specialized medications and monitoring devices are employed to maintain stable intracranial pressure and cerebral blood flow.
  • Individualized anaesthetic plans are developed considering the specific neurological condition, patient's age, and associated comorbidities.
  • Careful postoperative pain management and monitoring are provided to ensure optimal recovery and minimize neurological complications.

Pain Medicine

Pain Medicine aims to diagnose and manage acute and chronic pain conditions. We perform thorough assessments, create individualized treatment programs, and provide a variety of pain-relieving methods, such as drug administration, interventional treatments, and physical therapy. The objective is to enhance the quality of life for pain patients.

Different methods for treating pain:
  • Pain medicine includes a variety of treatments, such as drug management, nerve blocks, injections, and physical therapy to treat acute and chronic pain disorders.
  • Comprehensive evaluations are conducted to identify the underlying causes of pain and develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Pain management can be improved using non-pharmacological methods such as cognitive-behavioural, physical, and occupational therapy.
  • Interventional procedures, such as nerve blocks or spinal cord stimulation, can be performed to provide targeted pain relief.
  • Collaborative care with other professionals, such as psychologists and physical therapists, ensures a multidisciplinary approach to pain treatment.

Critical Care Medicine

In ICUs (intensive care units), specialized care is provided to severely unwell patients. This is the emphasis of critical care medicine. Our anesthesiologists with expertise in critical care management work closely with the critical care team to ensure optimal patient monitoring, pain management, and respiratory support. In addition, we prioritize the timely and appropriate administration of medications and interventions to stabilize and support critically ill patients.

Management of the ICU and postoperative care procedures:
  • Monitoring patients' vital signs, organ function, and reaction to therapy are all essential aspects of ICU management.
  • Anesthesiologists with expertise in critical care collaborate with the ICU team to provide optimal postoperative care for patients requiring intensive monitoring.
  • Life support systems, including ventilators and vasopressor medications, support vital organ function and stabilize critically ill patients.
  • The patient's hemodynamic state is evaluated using sophisticated monitoring methods such as continuous cardiac output and hemodynamic monitoring.
  • Multimodal pain management techniques ensure adequate pain control and promote patient comfort during critical care.

Regional Anesthesiology

Local anaesthetics are used in regional anaesthesia to offer focused pain alleviation for particular body parts. Our team specializes in nerve blocks, epidural anaesthesia, and other regional anaesthesia techniques to manage postoperative pain, improve patient comfort, and facilitate faster recovery.

Benefits and applications of regional anaesthesia:
  • Regional anaesthesia offers several benefits, including targeted pain relief, reduced reliance on systemic pain medications, and potentially faster recovery.
  • Spinal anaesthesia, peripheral nerve blocks, and epidural anaesthesia are frequently employed to treat postoperative pain.
  • Regional anaesthesia can provide excellent pain control for a specific body area, such as the limbs or abdomen, while allowing patients to remain awake or have lighter general anaesthesia.
  • Enhanced recovery protocols involving regional anaesthesia may facilitate earlier mobilization and shorter hospital stays.
  • Anaesthesia providers with expertise in regional anaesthesia perform nerve blocks and continuously assess their effectiveness to ensure optimal pain relief.

Ambulatory Anesthesiology

Ambulatory Anesthesiology is focused on providing anesthesia services for outpatient procedures. Our team ensures the safety and comfort of patients undergoing same-day surgeries or procedures that do not require overnight hospital stays. We work closely with the surgical team to ensure efficient and effective anesthesia administration and optimize the patient's recovery process.

  • Pre-operative evaluation and patient instructions for ambulatory surgeries:
  • Pre-operative evaluations are conducted to assess patients' overall health, anesthesia requirements, and suitability for ambulatory surgeries.
  • Detailed instructions are provided to patients regarding fasting guidelines, medication management, and arrival times to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience.
  • Anesthesia providers customize anesthesia plans to facilitate fast recovery and minimize side effects, allowing patients to return home on the same day of the procedure.
  • Patient education and counseling focus on post-operati ve care, pain management, and potential complications that may arise after ambulatory surgeries.
  • Close communication between the surgical team, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff ensures coordinated care and patient comfort throughout the ambulatory surgical experience.

Palliative Medicine

Ambulatory Anesthesiology is focused on providing anaesthesia services for outpatient procedures. Our team ensures the safety and comfort of patients undergoing same-day surgeries or methods that do not require overnight hospital stays. In addition, we collaborate closely with the surgical team to guarantee timely and successful anaesthesia administration and speed up the patient's recovery.

Pre-operative evaluation and patient instructions for ambulatory surgeries: 
  • Pre-operative evaluations assess patients' overall health, anaesthesia requirements, and suitability for ambulatory surgeries.
  • Detailed instructions are provided to patients regarding fasting guidelines, medication management, and arrival times to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience.
  • Anaesthesia providers customize anaesthesia plans to facilitate fast recovery and minimize side effects, allowing patients to return home on the same day of the procedure.
  • Patient education and counselling focus on postoperative care, pain management, and potential complications that may arise after ambulatory surgeries.
  • Close communication between the surgical team, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff ensures coordinated care and patient comfort throughout the ambulatory surgical experience.

FAQ

Chord Road Hospital provides a variety of anesthesia options, including general anesthesia, regional anesthesia (such as epidural or spinal anesthesia), and local anesthesia, depending on the specific needs of the patient and the procedure.

At Chord Road Hospital, our experienced anesthesiologists carefully assess each patient's medical history and individual needs to minimize the risks associated with anesthesia. They closely monitor patients during procedures to ensure safety and promptly address potential side effects.

Yes, patients at Chord Road Hospital can discuss their concerns, preferences, or any questions about anesthesia with the anesthesiologist. They will provide personalized care and address specific requirements or anxieties to ensure a comfortable surgical experience.