Geethu Shaji - Specialist Anaesthesiologist (MD, DNB)
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EDUCATION
Government Medical College,
Trivandrum, Kerala
MD ANAESTHESIOLOGY 2017-2020
National Board
DNB ANAESTHESIOLOGY 2020
Government Medical College,
Kottayam, Kerala
MBBS (Bachelor Of Medicine and
Bachelor Of Surgery) 2009 - 2015
DR. GEETHU SHAJI
SPECIALIST ANAESTHESIOLOGIST - MD, DNB, EDAIC
SKILLS
Preoperative Assessment : Perform
detailed evaluation and optimize
patient readiness.
Intraoperative Anaesthesia : Safely
administer and monitor anaesthesia
during procedures.
Postoperative Care : Manage
intensive postoperative care and
pain.
Non operating room anaesthesia :
Anaesthesia for ECT, MRI and Cath
Lab procedures
Regional Anaesthesia : USG guided
nerve blocks, segmental spinal,
epidural, caudal
Airway Management : Expertise in
awake FOB, videolaryngoscopy,
fastrach LMA, one lung ventilation
Obstetric Anaesthesia : Expertise in
obstetric GA, labour analgesia,
anaesthesia for high risk obstetric
cases
Critical care : expertise in ventilator
management, invasive lines, POCUS
WORK EXPERIENCE
PROFILE
Highly accomplished and dedicated Specialist Anaesthesiologist with over 5 years of experience across Anaesthesia and Intensive Care. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, safe anaesthetic care across a wide spectrum of surgical specialties. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Al Azhar Medical College, Thodupuzha. Expertise in high risk obstetric anaesthesia comprehensive perioperative and critical care including emergency management. Adept at thriving in high-pressure environments, collaborating seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams, and making decisive, evidence-based judgments. Actively engaged in clinical teaching, professional development as well as academic and administrative responsibilities.
Al Azhar Medical College, Thodupuzha Oct 2023 to Present Assistant Professor of Anaesthesia
Skillfully manages anaesthesia for diverse surgeries (general surgery, OBG, paediatric surgery, ENT, trauma, joint replacement) Comprehensive pre-operative risk assessment and optimisation of elective and emergency cases
Expertly manages advanced airway techniques (hybrid intubation, FOB, videolaryngoscopy), Anaesthesia for complex head and neck and OMFS procedures
Provides specialised regional techniques — US guided nerve blocks
(femoral block, popliteal sciatic block, PENG block, fascia iliaca block, TAP block, ESP block, PECS and brachial plexus blocks), spinal, segmental spinal under guidance, epidural, caudal
Administers anaesthesia for high-risk obstetric cases and also managed unanticipated cases of postpartum bleeding.
Provides sedation and anaesthesia for Cath Lab procedures Provides intensive care management for critically ill medical, surgical and trauma patients in ICU employing specialized skills and knowledge to ensure optimal patient outcome
Performs vascular access for patients with difficult venous access. Participates in implementing measures in the operation theatre to provide the best healthcare and enhance theatre efficiency. Leads emergency response in trauma, obstetric, perioperative codes Delivers undergraduate and postgraduate medical education in Anaesthesiology which include lectures, clinical teaching and demonstrations within the operating room
Provides clinical classes and tutorials for anaesthesia technicians under the department of Anaesthesia contributing to their professional development.
Works closely with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and effective patient care.
DHA LICENSED (74813170)
Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Bangalore Sep 2021 to Sep 2023 Junior Consultant, Critical Care
Managed critically ill patients like sepsis, severe ARDS, burns, acute poisoning, neuro critical care and cardiac critical care. Provided high quality evidence-based care to post operative patients. Successfully resuscitated acutely ill patients with invasive monitoring. Provided different ventilation strategies - APRV, prone ventilation in severe ARDS.
Performed percutaneous tracheostomy under guidance and fiber optic bronchoscopy for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. Succesfully performed acute post operative pain relief techniques. Successfully managed brain dead patients for organ donation under guidance.
Supported plasmapheresis for patients with GBS and myasthenia crisis. Performed POCUS, bed side echo, lung ultra sound, ONSD. Provided post cardiac arrest care.
Successfully conducted interhospital transport of critically ill patients Communicated with patient families about condition and care with compassion and provided end of life care.
Contributed to audits and quality improvement programmes Provided lectures and presentations on critical care nursing to ICU staff Govt Medical College, Trivandrum Sep 2020 to Sep 2021 Senior Resident
Provided anaesthetic care for gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic surgery, orthopaedic and joint replacement surgery, neurosurgery, onco surgery, otorhinolaryngology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, plastic and cosmetic surgery, pediatric including neonatal surgeries, obstetrics and gynaecology including labour analgesia and infertility treatment. Provided safe anaesthesia support for pediatric bronchoscopy to retrieve foreign bodies.
Total intravenous anaesthesia for cases requiring intraoperative neuromonitoring.
Successfully provided anaesthesia for renal transplant surgeries from both live and deceased donors under the supervision of a senior consultant.
Conducted detailed preoperative evaluations to risk stratify and plan appropriate anaesthesia.
Oversaw patient recovery in the post anaesthesia care unit (PACU), addressing complications that arise.
Managed critically ill patients in various intensive care units, including surgical, Neurosurgical, Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Medical and COVID- 19 units, showcasing adaptability and expertise in high-pressure environments.
Provided guidance and support to junior medical staff, offering training on advanced anaesthesia techniques to foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Anaesthetic management of COVID patients for elective and emergency surgeries.
Non-operating room anaesthesia for ECT and cardiac interventional procedures.
Responded to anaesthesia related emergencies and complications promptly and effectively.
English (Fluent)
Hindi (Intermediate)
Malayalam (Fluent)
LANGUAGES
CONTACT
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Muweilah Commercial, Sharjah
Ernakulam, Kerala
ADDITIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS
American Heart Association Certified
BLS/ACLS Provider
EDAIC Part I
PERSONAL DETAILS
Visa Status : Family visa
Emirates ID : 748-1-991-***-****-7
Passport : W9819241
DOB : 18-03-1991
Marital Status : Married
AREAS OF INTEREST
USG guided regional anaesthesia
Difficult airway
Critical care
Govt Medical College, Trivandrum Jun 2017 to May 2020 Junior Resident
Administered general and regional anaesthesia under supervision for more than 5000 cases over 3 years.
Provided sedation and anaesthesia for non-operating room procedures like endoscopy, ECT and radiotherapy.
Performed pre-anaesthesia check-up which includes detailed history taking and physical examination to formulate the plan of anaesthesia to be approved by the senior consultant.
REFERENCES
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Dr. Leno Ninan Jacob
MD, FIPM
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Professor & HOD, Dept. of Anaesthesiology,
Al Azhar Medical college, Thodupuzha, Kerala
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Dr. Manjit George
MD,FRCA
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Professor, Dept. of Anaesthesiology,
Al Azhar Medical College,Thodupuzha, Kerala
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Dr. Shivakumar Shivanna
MBBS, MD (AIIMS), FCARCSI, FRCA, CPHQ
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Senior Consultant and HOD, Dept. of Critical Care
Medicine, Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Bangalore
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Dr. Indira Menon
DNB (Medicine), MRCP
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Senior Consultant, Department of Critical Care
Medicine, Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Bangalore
CONFERENCES
ISAMIDKON — ISA Kerala, Calicut
NICE (Neuro and Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia) and Workshop — SCTIMST, Trivandrum
MARC PG Recap — MOSC Medical College, Kolenchery, Cochin ISACON — Kerala
OBSAC (Obstetric Anaesthesia) — ISA, Trivandrum
ASPECT — ISA Malanad, Thodupuzha, Kerala
PUBLICATIONS
“Comparison of Ropivacaine and Ropivacaine with Clonidine in Supraclavicular brachial plexus block.” - under review for publication. PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
Kerala State Medical Council (57039)
Karnataka Medical Council (KRL 201*-******* KTK)
Member of Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists
Member of Indian Medical Association
DHA Licensed (DHA Unique ID: 74913170)
Maintained accurate and thorough records of anaesthesia administration, patient responses, complications and post-operative care. Engaged in the postoperative care of patients in the surgical ICU which includes management of acute pain and postoperative complications. Conducted anaesthesia tutorials and journal clubs for knowledge enhancement and updation.
Obtained training from eminent professors in difficult airway management, vascular access and use of ultrasound in anaesthesia and critical care.
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