On the occasion of World Anesthesia Day, Shri Mahant Indresh Hospital has begun month long special drive to educate the people about the anesthesia. This was disclosed by Brig (Retd) Dr Vinay Rai while addressing to media person in dehradun on wednesday
Dr Rai, Medical Superintendent, said that that ether gas was used on 16 October, 1846 for anesthesia purpose. Since then the field of anesthesiology has grown by leaps and bounds. Now we have safe drugs, sophisticated electronic gadgets and equipments and state of the art anesthesia machines and ventilators which can help deliver safe, effective & reliable anesthesia to the patients.
The scope of anesthesia now extends to ICU management and pain management of patients including the ones who are suffering from chronic pain. He said that it is not possible to do the complete surgical procedures without giving the right quantity of anesthesia to patients.
He told that filtered anesthesia is available in the market. He also expressed his concern over the issue that residents are unaware about anesthesia and various myths are also prevalence in the society. To address these concerns the state chapter of Indian society of anesthesiologists has plans to celebrate ‘Anesthesia Awareness Month’. During this month, various camps will be held at different locations in the State to create awareness among the masses about anesthesia options.