Overview
PhD in Anaesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology is a research doctorate in anaesthesia and operation theatre technology. It prepares researchers, academics and senior specialists. The field covers preparing patients, equipment and the theatre for surgery and assisting the anaesthesia and surgical teams.
Course Details
- Level: Doctoral
- Duration: 3-5 years
Eligibility
A relevant master's degree (M.AOTT or equivalent) with the marks required by the university, usually with an entrance test and interview.
Admission
Admission is through university PhD entrance tests and interviews, or national fellowship schemes, and varies by institution.
Registration & Recognition
Allied and healthcare professions are being brought under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) under the NCAHP Act, 2021. Registration with the state allied and healthcare council is being implemented in stages, so check the current rules for your state.
What You Will Learn
The course covers anaesthesia equipment and patient monitoring, patient positioning, sterilisation and theatre asepsis, surgical instruments, airway and emergency support, with theatre postings.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include operation theatres, post-anaesthesia care units, ICUs and day-surgery centres.
Career Options
Graduates can work as Anaesthesia Technologist, Operation Theatre Technician, Theatre Assistant and ICU or Cath Lab Technician. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to post-doctoral research, faculty positions and senior specialist or leadership roles.