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Dr. Devikala Loganathan1

Dr. Devikala Loganathan1

Consultant Anaesthesiologist

Anaesthesiology

Experience

20+ Years

Qualification

MBBS, MD (Anesthesiology)

Location

Dr. Humayun Speciality Hospital, Chennai

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About Dr. Devikala Loganathan1

Dr. Devikala Loganathan is a consultant anaesthesiologist at Dr. Humayun Speciality Hospital, T. Nagar, with an MD in Anaesthesiology.

The anaesthetist is the doctor keeping a patient safe while somebody else operates. She assesses patients before surgery, manages breathing, heart rate and pain during it, and stays with them until they are awake. The assessment beforehand is what makes anaesthesia safe, which is why it happens days before an operation rather than minutes before, and why an existing heart or lung problem is worth mentioning even if nobody asked.

Specialised care you can trust

The areas this consultant sees most often.

Critical Care Medicine & ICU Protocols
Advanced Airway & Ventilator Management
General & Regional Anesthesia
Hemodynamic Monitoring & Resuscitation
Perioperative Medicine & Pain Management

Professional background

Qualifications and training.

MBBS

MD - Anaesthesiology

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I feel anything during surgery?

No. Under general anaesthesia you are unconscious. Under spinal or regional anaesthesia you are awake but the area is completely numb, and sedation can be given if you would rather not be alert.

Why must I not eat before surgery?

Because a full stomach can empty into the lungs while you are unconscious, which is serious. The rule is usually six hours for food and two for clear fluids.

Does an epidural in labour slow things down?

It does not increase the chance of a caesarean. It may lengthen the pushing stage slightly. It is worth discussing during pregnancy rather than deciding in labour.

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