Department of Endoscopic Anesthesia

About Us

At AIG Hospitals, the Department of Endoscopic Anesthesia is integral to ensuring safe, comfortable, and efficient care for patients undergoing a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Our highly specialized team of anesthesiologists collaborates closely with the Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Pulmonology, and Interventional Radiology teams to deliver precision-driven anesthesia support for minimally invasive procedures.

We focus on patient-centric care, using advanced sedation techniques, continuous monitoring, and evidence-based protocols to minimize discomfort and enable faster recovery. From routine endoscopies to complex interventional procedures, our department is equipped to handle diverse clinical needs while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Our Services

Our department provides a full range of anesthesia and sedation services across:

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

• Diagnostic Endoscopy: Upper GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), ERCP
• Therapeutic Endoscopy:
  • Polypectomy
  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
  • Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD)
  • Endoscopic management of GI bleeding
  • Foreign body removal
  • Stenting and dilation procedures
  • POEM (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy)
  • Endoscopic Bariatric Procedures

Pulmonology Procedures

• Diagnostic Bronchoscopy
• Interventional Bronchoscopy: EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound), stenting, biopsies

Interventional GI Radiology

• Anesthesia support for image-guided GI interventions
• Sedation for minimally invasive radiologic therapies

Neurological Procedures

• Anesthesia services for select minimally invasive neurological interventions

Specialized Anesthesia Techniques

• Segmental Thoracic Epidurals for ESWL (Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy)
• Comprehensive pre-procedure evaluation and counseling
• Intra-procedural monitoring and critical care backup

Post-anesthesia recovery and observation