Best Anaesthesiologists in Mumbai, India
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is an anaesthesiologist?
An anaesthesiologist is a medically qualified doctor who specialises in pain control, anaesthesia, and patient safety before, during, and after surgical or diagnostic procedures.
2. What does an anesthesiologist do?
An anesthesiologist is responsible for evaluating a patient before a procedure, administering the appropriate type of anaesthesia, continuously monitoring vital functions during surgery, managing pain, and ensuring a safe and smooth recovery after the procedure.
3. What conditions are treated by an anaesthesiologist?
Anaesthesiologists manage surgical pain, chronic pain conditions, labour pain, trauma-related pain, and cancer pain, and provide anaesthesia support for cardiac, neurological, orthopaedic, and critical care procedures.
4. Why choose Nanavati Max Hospital for an anaesthesiologist?
Nanavati Max Hospital offers experienced anaesthesiologists, advanced monitoring technology, multidisciplinary surgical support, and strict patient safety protocols for high-risk and routine procedures.
5. What is the difference between an anaesthetist and an anaesthesiologist?
An anaesthesiologist is a fully qualified medical doctor with specialised training, while an anaesthetist may refer to a non-physician professional who administers anaesthesia under medical supervision.
6. What are the different types of anaesthesia?
The main types of anaesthesia include:
- Local anaesthesia – numbs a small area
- Regional anaesthesia – numbs a larger body region
- General anaesthesia – makes the patient fully unconscious
- Sedation – relaxes the patient while remaining semi-awake
Your anaesthesiologist will recommend the safest and most effective option.
7. What should I tell my anaesthesiologist before surgery?
You should inform your anaesthesiologist about:
- Existing medical conditions
- Allergies
- Current medications and supplements
- Previous reactions to anaesthesia
- Smoking or alcohol habits
This information helps tailor the anaesthesia plan and ensures maximum safety.
8. When do I need to see an anaesthesiologist?
You should consult an anaesthesiologist if you are:
- Scheduled for surgery or a diagnostic procedure
- Pregnant and planning delivery with pain management
- Undergoing a procedure requiring sedation or pain control
Dr. Uday R Bapat
Principal Director - Anaesthesiology
Anaesthesiology
Dr. Harshit Chakshota
Principal Consultant & Head - Liver Transplant Anaesthesia
Anaesthesiology, Liver Transplant, Acute Liver Failure Unit, Nanavati Max Institute of Liver, Intestine & Pancreas Sciences
Dr Premal Narkhede
Principal Consultant
Anaesthesiology, Nanavati Max Institute of Liver, Intestine & Pancreas Sciences, Liver Transplant, Acute Liver Failure Unit
Dr. Blossom Dsouza
Consultant - Anaesthesiology
Anaesthesiology, Nanavati Max Institute of Liver, Intestine & Pancreas Sciences
Dr. Anjali Patki
Consultant
Anaesthesiology