Perioperative Care Specialist
The Maitland Hospital Anaesthesia Department provides a comprehensive range of services for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
Key Features of Our Services
1. Comprehensive Care:
* We provide anaesthetic support for a wide range of surgical procedures, including general surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics and gynaecology, urology, ENT, Paediatrics, ophthalmology, and more.
* Our team is also involved in pre-operative assessments to optimise patient outcomes.
2. State-of-the-Art Facilities:
* Maitland Hospital has cutting-edge operating theatres, advanced monitoring systems, and modern recovery/day stay units.
* Our department is rapidly expanding to cater for the needs of the community.
* In addition, we also cater to radiology and cardiology interventional services.
3. Collaborative Teamwork:
* Our Anaesthetics department boasts a team of dedicated multidisciplinary professionals who work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other allied health professionals to ensure safe and effective perioperative care.
* Expertise in both acute and chronic pain management is available, ensuring comprehensive care for patients recovering from surgery or dealing with long-term pain conditions.
4. Obstetric Anaesthesia:
* We provide anaesthetic support for labour and delivery, including epidurals and emergency caesareans.
5. Education and Training:
* Our department is involved in the education of medical students, junior doctors, and anaesthetic trainees, fostering a strong teaching culture and robust supervision program.
* Participation in simulation training and professional development is encouraged to maintain high standards of care.
6. Regional Focus:
* We are committed to serving the needs of the Maitland community and surrounding areas, offering access to high-quality care close to home.