When to Call Anesthesiologists for Sedation
Published in Biomedical Research
The decision to involve an anesthesiologist in assistance with sedation is influenced by a variety of factors, including the patient’s health status, the nature of the procedure, and the level of sedation required. Minimal and moderate sedation can often be safely administered by non-anesthetic personnel. However, deeper levels of sedation or higher-risk patients necessitate the expertise of an anesthesiologist. By adhering to established guidelines and considering the individual needs of each patient, healthcare providers can ensure safe and effective sedation practices
Dr. Somchai Amornyotin is a Professor at the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. From 2005 until 2009 he was the chief of the Anesthesiology Division of Siriraj GI Endoscopy Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University. His first scientific paper was published in Thailand in 1999. He has practiced anesthesia for gastrointestinal endoscopy since 2002. He was on the committee of Siriraj Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Center, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital in 2005. More than 80 of his articles have been published in Thai and international medical journals. Dr. Amornyotin is a member and committee of the Royal College of Anesthesiologists of Thailand, the Gastroenterological Association of Thailand, and many scientific societies. He is the reviewer and editor of many international journals.
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