Intensivist Treatment in India
About Intensivist
Key Highlights
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Provides 24/7 expert management by a physician specialized in critical illness.Coordinates a multidisciplinary team of nurses, respiratory therapists, and specialists for holistic care.Utilizes advanced monitoring and life-support technologies to stabilize vital organ functions.Focuses on early intervention to prevent complications and improve survival rates.Offers personalized treatment plans for complex, multi-system diseases.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation.
- Septic shock or severe systemic infection.
- Major trauma (e.g., head injury, multiple fractures).
- Post-operative care after major surgeries like cardiac or neurosurgery.
- Acute organ failure (e.g., kidney, liver, heart).
- Life-threatening metabolic imbalances or drug overdoses.
- Neurological emergencies such as severe stroke or status epilepticus.
How to prepare
- Immediate transfer to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) from the emergency room, operating room, or hospital ward.
- Rapid assessment of vital signs, medical history, and current medications.
- Establishment of necessary monitoring (e.g., arterial lines, central venous catheters).
- Initiation of supportive measures like oxygen therapy or intravenous fluids.
- Discussion with the patient's family or healthcare proxy regarding the critical condition and care goals.
Risks & possible complications
- Infections associated with ICU stays (e.g., ventilator-associated pneumonia, catheter-related bloodstream infections).
- Complications from invasive procedures and monitoring devices.
- Muscle weakness and deconditioning from prolonged bed rest (ICU-acquired weakness).
- Delirium or long-term cognitive impairment.
- Stress ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Potential for blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Emotional and psychological distress for the patient and family.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery begins in the ICU with gradual weaning from life support (e.g., ventilator) as the patient stabilizes.
- Transition to a step-down unit or general ward for continued monitoring and rehabilitation.
- Involves physical, occupational, and sometimes speech therapy to regain strength and function.
- Ongoing management of the underlying illness and any new complications.
- Follow-up care with primary and specialist physicians after hospital discharge is essential.
- Psychological support may be needed to address post-intensive care syndrome (PICS).
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Typical hospital stay:
Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward
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Expected recovery time:
Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering intensivist in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for intensivist in India include Manipal Hospital Baner, Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Patiala, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform intensivist. MediFyr helps you compare critical cares and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for intensivist compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 50 Thousand – 200 Thousand | Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward | ~ Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 175 Thousand – 700 Thousand | Varies widely; typically 5-14 days in ICU, plus additional days in ward | ~ Weeks to months; full recovery can take 6-12 months or longer | Know More |
Top hospitals for Intensivist in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated critical care teams and experience managing patients undergoing intensivist.
Pune, India
48 Doctors
Aarav Sharma, a 58-year-old software engineer...
Aarav Sharma, a 58-year-old software engineer and avid hiker, was admitted to the emergency department with severe shortness of breath and a high fever. His condition deteriorated rapidly over 24 hours, developing into acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) secondary to a severe pneumonia. His oxygen levels plummeted despite high-flow oxygen, and a chest X-ray showed 'white-out' of both lungs. The emergency physician urgently recommended transfer to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) under the care of an Intensivist, Dr. Chen. Aarav was sedated, intubated, and placed on a mechanical ventilator. Dr. Chen and her team managed his complex care for 11 days, meticulously balancing ventilator settings, administering targeted antibiotics, and using prone positioning to improve his oxygenation. After a slow, difficult weaning process from the ventilator, Aarav was transferred to a step-down unit. His recovery was long, requiring weeks of pulmonary rehabilitation to regain strength and lung function. Emotionally, Aarav and his family were terrified by the suddenness and severity of his illness. The days in the ICU were a blur of anxiety, but they found immense comfort in the Intensivist's clear, daily communication and unwavering presence. After discharge, Aarav felt profound gratitude for the team that saved his life, though he also grappled with the lingering trauma of the experience, fueling a newfound commitment to his health.
Critical Cares for Intensivist
Explore experienced critical cares who regularly perform intensivist and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 22 Years Experience
- Pulmonologist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 6 Years Experience
- Critical Care
- 27 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 15 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 12 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Hyderabad
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 9 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 7 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 20 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 32 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 20 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 14 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Bangalore
- 13 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Kolkata
- 11 Years Experience
- Critical Care
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore