Anaesthesiology
Safe anaesthesia, pain relief and peri-operative care for patients undergoing surgery and procedures, with support for intensive care and emergencies.
- Services & clinics
- 12
- Emergency
- 24/7
Overview
The Department of Anaesthesiology at Birat Medical College Teaching Hospital keeps patients safe and comfortable before, during and after surgery. Our anaesthesiologists assess each patient before an operation, choose the safest type of anaesthesia, monitor breathing, heart rate and blood pressure throughout the procedure, and manage pain during recovery. The department provides anaesthesia for general and laparoscopic surgery, orthopaedic, gynaecological, eye, ear, nose and throat operations, caesarean sections and emergency surgery, for patients of all ages from newborns to the elderly.
Anaesthesiologists work at the heart of the hospital, alongside surgeons, obstetricians, the Intensive Care Units and the 24-hour Emergency. They help resuscitate critically ill patients, support airway management and contribute to care in the ICU. The department also provides pain relief during labour where appropriate and advice on managing long-term pain. As part of a Kathmandu University affiliated teaching hospital, our consultants teach and train future doctors, keeping safety and good practice at the centre of every procedure.
If you are scheduled for surgery, you will usually meet an anaesthesiologist for a pre-anaesthetic check-up, where you can ask questions and discuss any worries. Please share your full medical history, current medicines, any allergies and any previous experience with anaesthesia, as this helps us plan the safest care for you. BMCTH accepts Government Health Insurance, the Social Security Fund (SSF), the Bipanna Nagarik treatment fund and the Safe Motherhood Program. For enquiries, call 021-422601 or 423182, Sunday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
What we treat
13 common conditions- Surgical anaesthesia
- Day-case procedure sedation
- Caesarean section anaesthesia
- Labour pain
- Post-operative pain
- Emergency and trauma surgery
- Children's surgery
- Elderly patients undergoing surgery
- Patients with heart or lung disease needing surgery
- Difficult airway
- Chronic pain
- Cancer pain
- Critical illness needing life support
Services & procedures
Common questions
Yes, you will usually be asked not to eat or drink for a set number of hours before surgery to reduce the risk of stomach contents entering the lungs. Follow the exact instructions given at your pre-anaesthetic check-up, as they depend on your procedure and health.
Some medicines should continue, while others, such as certain blood thinners and diabetes medicines, may need to be stopped or adjusted. Bring all your medicines to the pre-anaesthetic check-up and do not stop anything without your doctor's advice.
Modern anaesthesia is very safe for most people. Your anaesthesiologist monitors you continuously throughout surgery and plans care around your health conditions. Tell us about any previous problems with anaesthesia, allergies, loose teeth or breathing problems.
BMCTH accepts Government Health Insurance, the Social Security Fund (SSF), the Bipanna Nagarik treatment fund for eligible serious illnesses, and the Safe Motherhood Program. Please bring your insurance card or SSF details, a valid ID and any referral letter, and our registration desk will guide you on what applies to your visit.
Pain relief options during labour, such as epidural analgesia, may be available where suitable for the mother and baby. Discuss this with your obstetrician during antenatal visits so a plan can be made in advance.