B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology

Course Overview:
The B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology is a 3-year undergraduate paramedical program designed to train students in the principles and practices of anesthesia. Students acquire both theoretical and practical knowledge, including how to manage anesthesia equipment, monitor patients, and assist anesthetists during surgical procedures. The program provides the skills needed to ensure patient safety during surgeries, medical procedures, and intensive care scenarios.

Duration:
3 years (6 semesters)

Syllabus Overview:

The syllabus of B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology is divided into 6 semesters over 3 years. It covers core topics in anesthesia, medical equipment, pharmacology, and patient care, along with hands-on clinical training.

Semester-Wise Syllabus Breakdown:

  • Semester 1:

    • Human Anatomy I

    • Physiology I

    • Biochemistry I

    • Pathology I

    • Microbiology I

    • Basic Nursing Skills

    • Medical Terminology

  • Semester 2:

    • Human Anatomy II

    • Physiology II

    • Biochemistry II

    • Pathology II

    • Microbiology II

    • Pharmacology I

    • Clinical Exposure

  • Semester 3:

    • Pharmacology II

    • Introduction to Anesthesia Technology

    • Anesthesia Equipment and Instruments

    • Anesthetic Techniques I

    • Operation Theater Techniques I

    • Medical Ethics and Law

  • Semester 4:

    • Anesthesia in Special Situations

    • Anesthetic Techniques II

    • Advanced Monitoring Techniques

    • Operation Theater Techniques II

    • Clinical Exposure and Case Studies

  • Semester 5:

    • Regional and Local Anesthesia

    • Critical Care Procedures

    • Intensive Care Management

    • Post-operative Care

    • Anesthesia in Pediatric and Geriatric Patients

    • Research Methodology

  • Semester 6:

    • Pain Management Techniques

    • Emergency Procedures in Anesthesia

    • Advanced Anesthetic Techniques

    • Clinical Internship/Practical Exposure

    • Project/Dissertation

Average Fees:

The average fees for a B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology range between INR 50,000 to 2.5 lakh per year, depending on the institution and region.

Exams to Attend:

  • Admissions are often based on entrance exams such as NEET-UG, AIIMS Paramedical Entrance, or state-level paramedical entrance exams.

  • Some private universities conduct their own exams.

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology in India:

  1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

  2. Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore

  3. Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune

  4. JIPMER, Puducherry

  5. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

  6. Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai

  7. St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru

  8. NIMS University, Jaipur

  9. Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata

  10. Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala:

  1. Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

  2. Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

  3. Government Medical College, Kozhikode

  4. Sree Gokulam Medical College, Venjaramoodu

  5. Azeezia Institute of Medical Sciences, Kollam

  6. MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna

  7. Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode

  8. Jubilee Mission Medical College, Thrissur

  9. Pushpagiri Medical College, Thiruvalla

  10. Kannur Medical College, Kannur