Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine
The Department of Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine at SLG Hospitals looks after patients before, during and after surgery. Our anaesthesiologists assess every patient ahead of a procedure, plan the anaesthesia that suits their health and the operation, monitor them continuously in the operating theatre, and manage their pain and recovery afterwards.
WHAT WE DO
Our anaesthesia team supports every surgical and critical care service in the hospital:
- Pre-anaesthetic assessment and counselling before planned surgery
- General, regional and local anaesthesia, chosen for each patient and procedure
- Continuous monitoring of breathing, heart rate, blood pressure and oxygen levels in the operating theatre
- Pain relief after surgery, planned together with the surgical team
- Support to the intensive care unit alongside our critical care specialists
Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine consultants
- MBBS
- MD (Anaesthesia)
- MBBS
- MD (Anaesthesia)
Frequently asked questions
What does an anaesthesiologist do?
An anaesthesiologist assesses you before surgery, gives and monitors the anaesthesia during the operation, and helps manage your pain and recovery afterwards.
Will I meet the anaesthesia team before my surgery?
Yes. A pre-anaesthetic check is part of planning a procedure, so the team can review your health, medicines and past experience of anaesthesia.
Why do I need to stop eating before an operation?
An empty stomach lowers the risk of food or fluid entering the lungs while you are under anaesthesia. Your team will tell you exactly when to stop.
How is pain managed after surgery?
Pain relief is planned with your surgeon and adjusted to how you feel, so that you can rest, move and recover comfortably.
Book a Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine appointment
Tell us when suits you and our team will call you back to confirm a time. This is a request, not a confirmed appointment.