Beyond the theatre — vigilance at every step.
The Department of Anaesthesiology at Sree Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) plays a pivotal role in ensuring safe, pain-free, and comfortable surgical care for patients undergoing a wide range of procedures. Anaesthesiology today extends far beyond the operation theatre.
The department provides comprehensive services in perioperative care, critical care support, pain management, emergency resuscitation, and trauma care. With a team of highly skilled anaesthesiologists and trained technical staff, we ensure the highest standards of patient safety using modern monitoring systems and evidence-based anaesthesia techniques.
The department works in close collaboration with all surgical specialties, supporting both routine and highly complex procedures with precision, vigilance, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Faculty & Designation
A team of 32 specialists safeguarding every patient.
| # | Name | Designation | Date of Joining |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr. Balakrishnan. A | Professor & HOD | 24-4-2017 |
| 02 | Dr. Sreekala Devi. K.S | Professor | 03-06-2024 |
| 03 | Dr. Mahilamani. P.P | Professor | 1-8-2014 |
| 04 | Dr. Jayakumar. C | Professor | 1-5-2025 |
| 05 | Dr. Beula. G | Associate Professor | 1-2-2014 |
| 06 | Dr. T. Rommy Geever | Associate Professor | 2-3-2020 |
| 07 | Dr. T. Prasandan | Associate Professor | 11-10-2012 |
| 08 | Dr. Srinivasan. R | Associate Professor | 1-8-2025 |
| 09 | Dr. Devanand. J | Assistant Professor | 5-11-2019 |
| 10 | Dr. Allwin Vino. P | Assistant Professor | 8-9-2021 |
Facilities & Infrastructure
13 modular theatres. Designed for safety.
The department supports 13 state-of-the-art modular operation theatres equipped with advanced anaesthesia technology and comprehensive monitoring systems. The theatres feature laminar airflow systems, HEPA filtration, modern pendant and boom systems, and LED shadowless operating lights with video recording — a safe and technologically advanced environment for patient care and medical training.
A dedicated Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) supports recovery monitoring and post-operative observation. These facilities enable safe anaesthesia across general surgery, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, urology, obstetrics & gynaecology, ENT, oncology, and other super-specialty surgical procedures.
Key Facilities & Equipment
Anaesthesia Services
Tailored care for every specialty.
General Anaesthesia
Regional Anaesthesia
Sedation Anaesthesia
Paediatric Anaesthesia
Obstetric Anaesthesia
Cardiac Anaesthesia
Neuroanaesthesia
Advanced Techniques
Modern methods, better outcomes.
Our anaesthesiologists use modern and advanced techniques to enhance patient safety, improve surgical outcomes and promote faster recovery. Ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia allows precise localization of nerves, improving the effectiveness and safety of nerve blocks and reducing the need for general anaesthesia and opioid medications.
Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Blocks
Precise nerve localization for safer, more effective regional anaesthesia.
Fibreoptic Intubation
Advanced airway management for difficult or anticipated complex airways.
Video Laryngoscopy
Enhanced visualization for safer intubation and live teaching.
Epidural & Spinal Anaesthesia
Neuraxial techniques for surgical and labour analgesia.
Multimodal Analgesia
Layered pain relief reducing opioid load and speeding recovery.
Intensive & Post-Anaesthesia Care
Continuum of care, from clinic to recovery.
Surgical Intensive Care Unit
The department runs specialised clinics to support perioperative care and pain management, ensuring comprehensive patient evaluation and follow-up.
- Pain Clinic
- Pre-Anaesthetic Evaluation Clinic
These clinics assist in preoperative risk assessment, pain management, and perioperative optimisation of patients — improving surgical safety and recovery.
Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit
The Pre-Anaesthesia Clinic (PAC) at SMIMS provides comprehensive evaluation of patients prior to surgery to ensure safe anaesthesia and optimal surgical outcomes. Patients undergo a detailed medical assessment — review of history, physical examination, and necessary investigations — to identify conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiac or respiratory diseases for appropriate preparation.
The Perioperative Medicine team works closely with surgeons and physicians to optimise patients before, during, and after surgery.
Key Functions of Perioperative Medicine
This coordinated approach enhances patient safety, reduces surgical risks, and promotes faster recovery after surgery.
Pain Management Services
Comfort that aids healing.
The department provides acute and chronic pain management services using modern techniques to improve patient comfort and recovery.
- Post-operative pain control
- Epidural analgesia
- Peripheral nerve blocks for surgical pain relief
- Management of chronic pain conditions
- Cancer-related pain support with Palliative Care team
Critical Care & Emergency Support
Ready when seconds matter.
Anaesthesiologists play a vital role in critical care and emergency resuscitation across the hospital.
- Management of critically ill patients
- Advanced airway management and ventilator support
- Trauma and emergency resuscitation
- Code Blue response and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Pre-operative evaluation and optimisation of high-risk patients
Teaching & Academics
Training the next generation of specialists.
As a teaching institution, the department actively contributes to academic training, research and skill development — ensuring students and healthcare professionals are trained in modern anaesthesia practices, resuscitation skills and patient safety protocols.
MD Anaesthesiology postgraduate training program
B.Sc Operation Theatre & Anaesthesia Technology program
Undergraduate (MBBS) teaching and clinical training
Code Blue training sessions for doctors, nurses, and staff
BLS and ACLS certification training programs
Regular academic seminars, case discussions, and workshops
In the Theatre
A glimpse of our work.
Modular operation theatres, anaesthesia workstations and the team that keeps every patient safe.
Get in Touch
Book a consultation.
Reach the Department of Anaesthesiology for pre-anaesthetic evaluation, pain clinic appointments or queries on perioperative care.