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Dr. Sudheesh K

Professor, Department of Anaesthesiology

Dr. Sudheesh K. is Professor of Anaesthesiology at Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI), with over 20 years of experience in anaesthesia, critical care, and medical education. He holds an MBBS from Mysore University, MD Anaesthesiology from VIMS Bellary, and DNB from CMC Vellore. A life member of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), he has chaired scientific committees for major CME programs and workshops. Dr. Sudheesh is Editor of the Karnataka Anaesthesia Journal and has published 30+ research papers with 100+ conference presentations. His work focuses on post-operative analgesia, airway management, and advancing anaesthesia education.

Experience

Over 20 years in anaesthesia, critical care, and teaching at reputed medical colleges and institutions.

Leadership

Editor and scientific chair for major CMEs, actively contributing to anaesthesia education and professional development.

Research

Authored 30+ papers, 100+ presentations, with focus on airway, analgesia, and anaesthesia education innovation.

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Biography Details

Specialities

Dr. Sudheesh K. specializes in a wide range of anaesthesia practices, ensuring expert care across diverse medical needs. His key areas include regional anaesthesia, paediatric anaesthesia, and critical care, with extensive experience in transplant anaesthesia and perioperative pain management. He is proficient in airway management, particularly in complex and high-risk cases, and is committed to post-operative analgesia excellence. Dr. Sudheesh is also deeply involved in research and academic mentorship, advancing anaesthesia education and clinical practice. His expertise spans both routine and advanced anaesthesia techniques, ensuring safe, innovative, and patient-centered care in all surgical settings.

Qualification

Dr. Sudheesh K. holds esteemed qualifications in the field of anaesthesiology. He completed his MBBS from Mysore University in 2000, passing all subjects on the first attempt. He earned his MD in Anaesthesiology from Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS), Bellary, under Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) in 2006, with outstanding academic performance. Additionally, he completed his Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in Anaesthesiology at Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, in 2006. These qualifications reflect his strong academic foundation and commitment to excellence in anaesthesia, critical care, and perioperative medicine.

Research and Publication

Dr. Sudheesh K. has made significant contributions to anaesthesia research with over 30 indexed publications in reputed national and international journals. His research focuses on post-operative analgesia, airway management, dexmedetomidine applications, and anaesthesia in high-risk and special populations. He has actively collaborated on clinical investigations and innovative studies, enhancing anaesthesia safety and efficacy. Dr. Sudheesh also serves as Associate Editor of the Indian Journal of Anaesthesia and Editor of the Karnataka Anaesthesia Journal. His work is widely recognized and has helped shape best practices in anaesthesia, ensuring continuous advancement in patient care and medical education.

Achievements

Dr. Sudheesh K. has earned numerous accolades for his excellence in anaesthesia and medical education. He won the Best Paper Award at SZISACON 2005 and was the winner of the PG Excel Quiz in 2004. He also represented his college in the National Paediatric Quiz in 1999. Dr. Sudheesh has served as a judge for paper and poster presentations at various state and national conferences and chaired multiple scientific committees for prominent CME events and workshops. His leadership, academic contributions, and dedication to advancing anaesthesia practice have been widely recognized within the medical community.

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What i have done

Making professional therapy accessible
  • Education
  • Work Experience
  • Publications
  • Conferences, Workshops & CMEs:
  • Awards

Education Details

Degree Institute University Year
MBBS Mysore Medical College Mysore University 2000
MD Anaesthesiology VIMS, Bellary RGUHS 2006
DNB Anaesthesiology CMC, Vellore National Board 2006

Work Experience

Post-MBBS:

  • BKF Chande Nephro-Urology Hospital, Bangalore – Junior Resident (2001–2002)
  • Friends Medical Center, Delhi – Junior Resident (2002)
  • Lakshmi Cardiacare Hospital, Palakkad – Junior Resident (2002–2003)

Post-MD:

  • Orchid Hospital, Malappuram – Consultant Anaesthesiologist (2006–2007)
  • Mysore Medical College – Senior Resident (2007–2008)
  • BMCRI, Bangalore
    • Assistant Professor (2008–2013)
    • Associate Professor (2013–2019)
    • Professor (2019–Present)

Selected Publications (Indexed):

  1. Magnesium Sulphate as Epidural Adjuvant – MEJ Anesth, 2016
  2. Dexmedetomidine in Ambulatory Surgery – IJA, 2015
  3. LMA vs ETT Comparison – JACP, 2015
  4. Effect of Breastfeeding on Anaesthesia – IJA, 2016
  5. Dexmedetomidine in Extubation – MEJ Anesth, 2016
    (Add complete list or downloadable PDF)

Editorial Roles:

  • Indian Journal of Anaesthesia – Asst. Editor (2011–2012), Assoc. Editor (2013–Present)
  • Karnataka Anesthesia Journal- Immediate Editor

Reviewer :

  • Indian Journal of Anaesthesia
  • Journal of Anaesthesiology and clinical pharmacology
  • Airway Journal
  • Journal of Resuscitation
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Conferences, Workshops & CMEs:

  • Chaired scientific committees for several major CMEs including:
    • “Critical Care: Concept to Practice” – 2012
    • “Emergency & Trauma Care – An Update” – 2013
    • “Obstetric Anaesthesia – An Overview” – 2013
    • Airway & Research Methodology Workshops – 2015, 2016

Awards:

  • President ISA National Appreciation Award – 2019, 2021
  • Karnataka State Government Award for contribution to Management of Covid 19 Patients.
  • KSCA recognition for COVID 19 contribution

Academic Achievements:

  • Best Paper – SZISACON 2005
  • Winner – PG Excel Quiz, 2004
  • Represented College – National Paediatric Quiz, Davanagere (1999)

Jury & Chair Roles:

  • Judge – Paper & Poster Presentations at KISACON and Kerala State Conferences
  • Chair – Scientific Committees for several state and institutional CME events
  • Quiz Conductor – PG Excel, 2013
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Academic Contributions

Teaching & Institutional Roles:

* Over 15 years of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates in Anaesthesiology.
* Mentorship and clinical training for MD & DNB students.
* Board member new courses committee RGUHS
* Member of Board of studies for post graduate education, RGUHS , Pondicherry university
* Task force for COVID 19 Management, RGUHS, Karnataka State

Talks & Presentations

Talks & Presentations

Year Conference Topic
2009 ISA Bellary Blood & Blood Products
2010 MMC, Mysore Newer Muscle Relaxants
2012 ISACON Indore Brain Death Criteria
2014 ISACON Madurai Negative Pressure Pulmonary Edema
2015 TRISZAC, Trivandrum Latex Allergy
2015 ISACON Jaipur Crystalloids & Colloids: Worth the Price?

…and over 40 more talks at regional, state, and national levels.

Society Roles
  • Life Member, Indian Society of Anesthesiologists (ISA) since 2006
  • Editor, Karnataka Anesthesia Journal
  • Assistant Editor and Associate Editor – Indian Journal of Anesthesia
  • Treasurer ISA Bangalore Metro Branch
  • EC Member ISA Karnataka State Branch
  • EC Member AIDiAA Bangalore Branch