About
The Department of Anaesthesiology at St. Thomas Hospital Malakkara is a state-of-the-art specialty department delivering safe, advanced, and patient-focused anaesthesia, critical care, and pain management services. The department plays a vital role in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and stability before, during, and after surgical procedures, while also extending expert care to non-surgical medical conditions.
Equipped with modern technology and supported by a highly trained team of anesthesiologists, the department follows international standards and evidence-based protocols to provide reliable anaesthesia and perioperative care across all surgical specialties.
Comprehensive Anaesthesia & Critical Care Services
Anaesthesia Services for All Surgical Specialties
The department provides high-quality anaesthetic support for all major and minor surgical procedures within the hospital. Each patient undergoes a thorough pre-anaesthetic evaluation to ensure the safest anaesthesia plan tailored to individual medical needs.
General Anaesthesia
Safe and controlled induction of unconsciousness for major surgical procedures, with continuous monitoring of vital functions throughout surgery and recovery.
Regional Anaesthesia
Advanced regional techniques including spinal, epidural, and nerve blocks that allow targeted pain control, faster recovery, and reduced need for general anaesthesia where appropriate.
Paediatric Anaesthesia
A specially trained paediatric anaesthesia team provides gentle, precise, and safe anaesthetic care for infants and children, ensuring minimal stress and maximum safety during surgical procedures.
Advanced Operation Theatre Support
All operation theatres at St. Thomas Hospital Malakkara are fully equipped with:
- Modern anaesthesia workstations
- Multi-parameter monitors for continuous vital sign tracking
- ETCO₂ (End-Tidal Carbon Dioxide) monitoring for enhanced respiratory safety
These advanced systems ensure accurate monitoring and rapid response during surgery.
Postoperative & Critical Care Management
The anaesthesiology team plays a key role in:
- Immediate post-operative recovery and monitoring
- Pain control and hemodynamic stabilization
- Critical care support for patients with medical or surgical complications
- Ventilator management and emergency airway care
- Close collaboration with surgical and ICU teams ensures seamless patient care.
Pain & Palliative Care Clinic
The department also offers specialized Pain and Palliative Care services, focusing on improving quality of life for patients with acute, chronic, or terminal illnesses. Services include:
- Non-surgical pain management
- Multimodal pain relief strategies
- Symptom control and patient-family counseling
Why Choose Our Anaesthesiology Department?
- Experienced and skilled anaesthesiologists
- Advanced monitoring and safety systems
- Expertise across surgical, paediatric, and critical care anaesthesia
- Comprehensive pain and palliative care services
- Patient safety, comfort, and dignity as top priorities
The Department of Anaesthesiology at St. Thomas Hospital Malakkara stands as a cornerstone of safe surgery and critical care—combining advanced technology, clinical expertise, and compassionate service to ensure the highest standards of patient care at every stage of treatment.
Our Medical Team
The department is led by experienced and dedicated physicians:
They are committed to ethical practice, patient safety, and delivering the most appropriate medical care tailored to individual needs.