| Ongoing research projects/ PG Dissertations | ||
| Faculty name/PG | Year | Title of projects |
| Dr.Sangita Kumari Yadav | 2020-2021 | Comparison between phenylephrine and ephedrine in preventing hypotension during spinal anaesthesia for caesarean section. |
| Dr.Jyostna Dutta | 2020-2021 | Effects of Intravenous clonidine and intravenous dexmedetomidine in attenuation of hyemodynamic response to direct laryngoscopy and tracheal intubation. |
| Dr.Subhadeep Sarkar | 2020-2021 | An observational study comparing propofol infusion with midazolam premedication versus propofol infusion only for induction of anaesthesia. |
| Dr.A.S.Sathish Kumar | 2020-2021 | A comparative study of Palonosetron versus Ondansetron and dexamethasone for prevention of post operative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing laparoscopic surgeries. |
| Dr.Lona Sonowal | 2020-2021 | A Comparative study of unilateral and conventional spinal anaesthesia by using 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine in lower limb orthopaedic surgery. |
| Dr.Anannya Gogoi | 2020-2021 | Comparative study of 0.5% levobupivacaine with dexmedetomidine in supraclavicular brachial plexus block in upper limb orthopaedic surgeries. |
| Dr.Krisharani Bordoloi | 2020-2021 | Comparative study of intrathecal clonidine and fentanyl as adjuvant to hyperbaric bupivacaine in lower limb orthopaedic surgeries. |
| Dr.Hilan Chakraborty | 2020-2021 | A comparative study of hemodynamic and end tidal carbon dioxide changes during laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy. |
| Dr.Syeda Farhin Nahid | 2021-2022 | Changes in endotracheal tube cuff pressure in open and laparoscopic cholecystectomy-A comparative study. |
| Dr.Jugabrat Mishra | 2021-2022 | The effects of bupivacaine scalp block versus ropivacaine scalp block on hemodynamics response to skull pin insertion in patients undergoing craniotomy. |
| Dr.Diptendu Mandal | 2021-2022 | Comparison of maternal haemodynamic effects on lateral and sitting positions during induction of spinal anaesthesia for caesarean section. |
| Dr.Manoj Yadav | 2021-2022 | Effects of intrathecal isobaric levobupivacaine and hyperbaric bupivacaine in lower limb orthopaedic surgery- a comparative study. |
| Dr.Priti Rekha Borah | 2021-2022 | Comparison of efficacy of sevoflurane and propofol for insertion of Proseal laryngeal mask airway in adults. |
| Dr.Dhanjit Das | 2021-2022 | Comparison of hemodynamic changes and blood sugar levels between etomidate and propofol before and after induction of general anaesthesia |
| Dr.Gunjan Saha | 2021-2022 | Comparative study of epidural levobupivacaine and ropivacaine for lower limb orthopaedic surgeries. |
Academic Activities
| UG Academic activities – Seminars/Journal Club/Case Presentation/Field visits/Projects | ||||||
| Date | Title | Presenter/Moderator | ||||
| Saturday | 1.Undergraduate (7th semester) theory class.
2. 1st year undergraduate 1st professional orientation programme (including Demonstration in Surgery O.T.) | Faculty & Registrar | ||||
PG Academic activities – Seminars/Journal Club/Case Presentation/Field visits/Projects Case Presentation: i.Liver & Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy- Dr.D.Saloi , Dr.Pollov Borah ii.Tonsillectomy & other ENT procedures- Dr.D.Saloi , Dr.Pollov Borah iii.Physiological changes during pregnancy & PIH- Dr.Pollov Borah, Dr.D.Saloi
Guest Lecture: i.Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics of anaesthetic drugs, Speaker-Dr.Meghali Chaliha, Professor & HOD, Dept. of Pharmacology. ii.Had a guest lecture by Dr.Priyam Saikia, Assistant Prof, Anaesthesiology, GMCH on 18.05.2018 at JMCH. The topics were : 1.Intraoperative lung protective ventilation strategies. 2.Rapid interpretation and analysis of arterial blood gas. Post Graduate Seminars : 2020 & 2021 | ||||||
| Date | Title | Presenter/Moderator | ||||
| 24/02/2021 | Anaesthesia Machine Machanics | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr.Priti Rekha Borah. | ||||
| 03/02/2021 | Lung Volumes & capacities (Measurments of lung volumes & Pulmonary function test) | (M) Dr.Bipul Deka, (P) Dr.Dhanjit Das. | ||||
| 10/03/2021 | Machanics of breathing | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Kaveri Patel. | ||||
| 17/03/2021 | The lung zones | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Syeda Farhin Nahid | ||||
| 24/03/2021 | BLS, ALS-Adults with special reference ti Paediatrics, Neonatal Resuscitations | (M) Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, (P) Dr.Diptendu Mandal | ||||
| 31/03/2021 | Breathing systems/circuits including the co-axial systems & special circuits | (M) Dr.Barnita Basumatary, (P) Dr.Manoj Yadav | ||||
| 07/04/2021 | Vaporizers | (M) Dr.Bipul Deka, (P) Dr.Gunjan Saha. | ||||
| 21/04/2021 | Monitoring in Anaesthesiology with concepts of minimum monitoring | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Jugabrat Mishra. | ||||
| 05/03/2021 | Assessment & Management of hypertensive patient coming for surgery with reference to intraoperative hypertensive crisis | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Anannya Gogoi | ||||
| 12/03/2021 | Anaesthetic consideration of a febrile patient | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr.Hilan Chakrabarty | ||||
| 19/03/2021 | Evaluation & perioperative management of a patient with dyspnoea | (M) Dr.Barnita Basumatary, (P) Dr.Satish Kumar | ||||
| 26/03/2021 | Anaesthesiologist’s approach to a paediatric patient | (M) Dr.Bipul Deka, (P) Dr.Krisha Rani Bordoloi | ||||
| 09/04/2021 | Geriatric patient-Perioperative considerations, from an anaesthesiologists point of view | (M) Dr. Vikramjit Baruah, (P) Dr. Lona Sonowal | ||||
| 16/04/2021 | Emergency anaesthesia in an unprepared patient | (M) Dr.Barnita Basumatary (P) Dr. Sangita Yadav | ||||
| 23/04/2021 | Hypotensive Anaesthesia | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Subhadeep Sarkar | ||||
| 30/04/2021 | Anaesthetic management of a Myashenia gravis patient | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Jyostna Dutta | ||||
| 03/09/2019 | Anaesthetic management of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Sangita Yadav | ||||
| 06/09/2019 | Respiratory physiology and the effect on lung function during anaesthesia | (M) Dr.J.Choudhury, (P) Dr. Anannya Gogoi | ||||
| 10/09/2019 | Anatomy of the lower respiratory tract (including changes during pregnancy) | (M) Dr.D.Saloi, (P) Dr. Dipon Dihingia | ||||
| 13/09/2019 | Depolarizing muscle relaxants | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Subhadeep Sarkar | ||||
| 20/09/2019 | Factors Influencing Neuromuscular block, effects of drugs on neuromuscular block | (M) Dr.J.Padun, (P) Dr. Lona Sonowal | ||||
| 01/10/2019 | Tracheal Extuation and reintubation | (M) Dr.D.Saloi, (P) Dr. Jyostna Dutta | ||||
| 14/11/2019 | Antagonists to Non-depolarizing relaxants, signs and management of incomplete reversal | (M) Dr.J.Choudhury, (P) Dr. Hilan Chakrabarty | ||||
| 19/11/2019 | Airway assessment,failed intubation drill | (M) Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, (P) Dr.Diptendu Mandal | ||||
| 22/11/2019 | Mechanisms of pain and analgesia | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Anannya Gogoi | ||||
| 26/11/2019 | Boyel apparatus-Medical gas cylinders | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Dipon Dihingia | ||||
| 03/12/2019 | Boyel apparatus- Pressure gauge, Pressure regulator, Pipeline pressure gauge | (M) Dr.D.Saloi, (P) Dr. Sangita Yadav | ||||
| 06/12/2019 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE- Flowmeters, O2-N2O Mixer Flowmeter/ Ratio meter, Flowmeters-other types | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Krisha Rani Bordoloi. | ||||
| 10/12/2019 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE- Pressure Relief Valve, Common Gas Outlet, Bag Mount | (M) Dr.J.Padun, (P) Dr. Jyostna Dutta | ||||
| 13/12/2019 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE-Boyle vaporizers,APL valve, Rebreathing Bag, Corrugated Rubber tube | (M) Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, (P) Dr.Lona Sonowal | ||||
| 20/12/2019 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE- The Boyle Major, Boyle Mark-3, The King Portable Anaesthetic Apparatus | (M) Dr.Barnita Basumatary, (P) Dr. Hilan Chakrabarty | ||||
| 21/12/2021 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE- Pipeline system, Liquid Oxygen, Oxygen Concentrator | (M) Dr.J.Choudhury, (P) Dr. Sathish Kumar | ||||
| 24/12/2019 | BOYLE ANAESTHETIC MACHINE-Boyle Portable Anaesthetic Apparatus, Checking of Anaesthetic Machine, Face Mask, Clausen’s Harness | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Anannya Gogoi | ||||
| 07/01/2020 | Complications of regional anaesthetics in Obstretrics | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Krisha & Dr.Sangita | ||||
| 10/01/2020 | The circle absorbtion system | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Sathish Kumar | ||||
| 07/02/2020 | Physiological changes in Pregnancy and its anesthetic implications | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Jyostna & Dr.Lona | ||||
| 20/03/2020 | Thesis protocol presentation | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Jyostna ,Dr.Lona, Dr.Hilan & Dr.Krisha | ||||
| 02/05/2020 | Pre-operative evaluation | (M) Dr.J.Padun, (P) Dr. Sathish | ||||
| 21/05/2020 | Pre-medication role & usefulness | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Lona | ||||
| 22/05/2020 | Oxygen delivery systems | (M) Dr.D.Saloi, (P) Dr. Anannya | ||||
| 27/05/2020 | ABG-rule of thumb | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Subhadeep | ||||
| 29/05/2020 | Blood-transfusion-indications,hazards & complications | (M) Dr.Kannauj Swargiri, (P) Dr.Krisha | ||||
| 02/06/2020 | Intradural & epidural anaesthesia | (M) Dr.R.Hazarika, (P) Dr. Sangita | ||||
| 04/06/2020 | Safety and standards in anaesthesia | (M) Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, (P) Dr.Hilan | ||||
| 08/06/2020 | Assessment of recovery after anaesthesia | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Jyostna | ||||
| 25/06/2020 | Gas laws & medical gas supply system | (M) Dr.J.Padun, (P) Dr.Subhadeep | ||||
| 30/06/2020 | Neuromuscular junction & different types of NM blockade | (M) Dr.D.Saloi, (P) Dr. Jyostna Dutta | ||||
| 03/07/2020 | Theories of anaesthesia and stress response to trauma | (M) Dr.Pollov Borah, (P) Dr.Hilan | ||||
*Poster presantation in 31st ISACON ASSAM : Topic- A case of false negative aspiration of CSF from Intrathecal placed epidural catheter tip;* | (P) Dr.Subhadeep Sarkar. | |||||
| Participation as Resource faculty/ Trainer in Training programs/ Workshops/CME/Conference etc. | ||||||
| Name of Faculty | Details of activity | |||||
Dr.Barnita Basumatary, then Registrar (Now Assistant Prof.) on 16.10.2014. (16th Oct’Anaesthesia Day)
| “Comparative study of Intrathecal dexmeditomidine, fentanyl with Bupivacaine heavy”.
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Participation as delegate in Training programs/Workshops/CME/Conference etc. Training programs........ | ||||||
| Name of Faculty | Details of activity | |||||
a)Programme was done by Dr.Dilip Kr.Saloi, Associate Prof., Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, Registrar & Dr.Abhimanyu Kalita, Registrar.
b) Programme was done by Dr.Jayanta Choudhury, Associate Professor, Dr.Dilip Kr.Saloi, Associate Prof., Dr.Vikramjit Baruah, Registrar & Dr.Kalyan Sarmah, Registrar.
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a)Had CPR, demonstration programme for 7th , 8th , 9th Semester students and Faculties on 19th & 20th September’2017.
b)Had CPR Demonstration programme in S.O.T. Complex for the O.T. sister staff & other staff of O.T. Complex on 10.04.2018. | |||||
Services Offered – Department of Anesthesiology
1. Service Areas
The department offers comprehensive anesthesia and critical care services across various domains, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Bed Strength
- ICU Beds: 96
Staff Description
- A highly trained team of anesthesiologists, technicians, and ICU specialists working 24/7.
Patient Load Statistics
- Average Monthly Case Load: 1,170 patients
- Total Surgeries/Anesthesia Services in Last 3 Years (Non-COVID): 25,628 cases
- Total COVID-Positive Surgical Cases Since 2020: 145
- Critical Care (ICU) Services for COVID-Positive Patients: 606
2. Special Equipment Available
- C.R.F. Machine (HALYARD) – For pain management and critical care.
3. List of Machinery & Equipment (Dept. of Anesthesia)
A. Major Equipment
- Anaesthesia Workstations – 12 (Drager, Mindray, Spacelabs)
- Patient Monitors (Multipara) – 130
- C.R.F. Machine (Pain Clinic) – 01
- Mechanical Ventilators – 165 (PM Cares CV 200, Drager, Hamilton, MEK, Schiller Neumovent)
- BIPAP/CPAP Machines – 50 (Phillips Respronics)
- Oxygen Concentrators – 67
B. Monitoring & Life-Saving Equipment
- B.I.S. Monitors – 02
- Boyle’s Apparatus – 04
- ECG Machines – 02
- Transport Ventilators – 06 (ResMed)
- Infusion Pumps – 60
- ABG Machines – 04
- Defibrillators – 11
- Nebulizers – 25
- High-Flow Nasal Cannula Devices – 30
- Bronchoscope – 01
- Mannequin (Simulator) – 02
4. Services Offered
The Department of Anesthesia provides specialized and emergency care across multiple domains:
A. Hospital-Based Services
1. Outpatient & Inpatient Care (OPD/IPD)
- Specialty OPD clinics for pre-anesthetic assessments and pain management.
- Dedicated Pre-Anaesthetic Clinic for surgical patients.
- Pain Clinic for chronic pain management.
2. Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- 96 dedicated ICU beds managed round-the-clock by a specialized anesthesia team.
- Routine and emergency ICU management, including critical care for COVID-19 patients.
3. Operation Theatres (OT)
- Routine & Emergency Major/Minor OT services for:
- General Surgery
- Neuro Surgery
- Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
4. Special Services Linked to National Health Programs
- ICU management for critical cases.
- Emergency response for life-threatening conditions.
- Post-operative pain and palliative care services.
B. Additional Services
- Community Outreach Centers – Providing anesthesia and critical care services to urban/rural populations.
- Anaesthesia & Critical Care Management during MRI and CT scans.
- Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC) during:
- CATHLAB procedures
- ECT procedures
- Round-the-Clock Resuscitation Services in casualty and hospital wards.
5. COVID-19 Management
Since the onset of the pandemic, the department has played a crucial role in managing critically ill COVID-positive patients.
- ICU Management of COVID Cases: Handling high patient loads from Assam & neighboring states.
- Anesthesia Support for COVID Surgeries: Ensuring safe surgical procedures for infected patients.
- Critical Care Protocols: Implementing advanced life-support measures for respiratory complications.
Awards & Achievements
1. Academic Achievements
- In 2019, the Department of Anesthesiology, in collaboration with the Jorhat City branch of the Indian Society of Anesthesiologists (ISA), successfully organized the 31st ISACON Assam Conference.
- The event featured seminars, workshops, and hands-on training conducted by eminent guest faculties from around the world.
- Postgraduate trainees from the department actively participated in:
- Poster presentations
- Paper presentations
2. COVID-19 Warriors
- Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the faculty, senior residents, postgraduate trainees, and technicians of the department have fought selflessly, bravely, and tirelessly to provide round-the-clock patient care.
- The department played a critical role in managing severely ill COVID-19 patients, saving many lives even in critical conditions.
- Equipped ICUs:
- Every ICU bed (COVID & Non-COVID) is fully equipped with:
- One Mechanical Ventilator (for invasive ventilation)
- One Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) device – BiPAP, CPAP
- One High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) device
- Every ICU bed (COVID & Non-COVID) is fully equipped with:
The department continues to be at the forefront of critical care and anesthesia excellence, ensuring the highest level of patient safety and management.
Publications
| Name of faculty | Details of publication |
Dr. Rajib Hazarika, Professor & HOD | A.“Estimation of skin to subarachnoid space depth – observational study” – Journal of Clinical And Diagnostic Research : 2016 Oct, Vol – 10, page 6-9. B.“Preemptive single dose Pregabalin in modulation of postoperative pain and Opiod Requirement after laparascopic cholecystectomy – A Randomized Double-blinded Study.” – Journal of Evidence Based Medicine And Healthcare, Vol – 5/Issue 4/Jan 2018. C.“Comparison of Bupivacaine plus Magnesium Sulfate and Ropivacaine & Magnesium Sulfate Infiltration for postoperative Analgesia in Patients undergoing Lumbar Laminectomy”: A Randomized Double Blinded Study –Anaesth Essays Res 2017 Jul-Sep; 11(3): 686-691 D.*An indigenous Intracranial Pressure monitoring System: A device for Succor – An observational Study –International Journal of Scientific Study, Vol – 4/Issue 2/May 2016.* E.*Airtaq® Optical Laryngoscope versus Coopdech® Video Laryngoscope for Intubation Performance in Pediatric Patients – A Randomized Single Hospital Study – International Journal of Scientific Study, Vol- 4/Issue 1/April 2016.*
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Dr.Bipul Deka, Associate Professor | “Effect ofOndansetron During Spinal Anaesthesia With Ropivacaine and Fentanyl.” – Indian Journal of Basic and Applied Medical, Research, Vol – 5, Issue 2, March 2016.
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Dr. Pollov Borah, Associate Professor | A. “ Knowledge of hand cleanliness among medical students & nurses at a tertiary healthcare centre: a cross sectional study.” – Open journal of Psychiatry & Allied Sciences, advanced Online Publication ahead of print, 2020 Sept 7th. B. "Controlled hypotension in functional endoscopic sinus surgery: a comparison between esmolol and dexmedetomidine - a randomized prospective study." International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research. February 2018; 5(2): B30-B33. C. "Dexmedetomidine versus propofol as a sedative agent in the intensive care unit: a randomised single blinded prospective study." International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences. June 2018; 6(6): 2127-2132 D. "Ethnic variation of uric acid level among population in greater Kamrup district." International Journal of Health Research and medico legal practice. 2019 January; 5(1): 3-6. E. "Ultrasonographic evaluation of thyroid masses, with pathologic correlation". - International Journal of medicolegal updates. October-December 2020; 20(4) : 1221-1226 F. "Sociodemographic profile of thyroid masses: a cross-sectional study" - International journal of Medicolegal updates. October-December 2020; 20(4) : 1216-1220 G. "Chalk and talk versus Powerpoint: Perception among medical students." - International Journal of Medico legal update January-March 2021; 21(1) : 545-549 H. "Knowledge of hand cleanliness among medical students and nurses at a tertiary health care centre - a cross sectional study". Open Journal of Psychiatry and Allied Sciences (OJPAS). January-June 2021; 12(1): 43-47 I.“Evaluation of sequential blood lactate in critically ill patients with sepsis admitted in the intensive care unit” – Accepted in International Journal of Health Research & MLP, to be published in their Issue No – 2, Vol – 7. |
Dr. Kannauj Swargiri, Associate Professor | A.“A Comparative study of the affect of Granisetron administration in periopertative period for prophylactic antiemetic to prevent PONV.” – International Journal of Surgery and Surgical Sciences, Vol – 7, No – 2, 2019. B.“Effects of three dose regimens of esmolol on haemodynamic responses to endotracheal intubation.” International Journal of Surgery and Surgical Sciences, Vol – 7, No – 2, 2019. C.1. EFFICACY OF T-TUBE IN TREATMENT OF PERICHONDRIAL HAEMATOMA (HAEMATOMA AURIS) IN COMPARISON TO SIMPLE INCISION AND DRAINAGE UNDER LOCAL ANESTHESIA. Vol 5, No 1 (2015) : IJMPR-- Dec 5(1)2015 Sanjay Kumar,Kannauj Swargiri,Krishna Talukdar, Dilip Raghavan,Debdeep Mitra.
D.SURGICAL OPTIONS FOR STABLE LIP VITILIGO UNDER LOCAL ANESTHESIA. Vol 4, No 1 (2016). IJSSS--Mar 4(1) 2016. Krishna Talukdar, Kannauj Swargiri, Debdeep Mitra |