Critical Care
The Critical Care Department is a specialized department that provides highly skilled and compassionate care to critically ill patients. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by a multidisciplinary team of experts, including intensivists, nurses, and other supporting therapists.
The Critical Care Department is a beacon of hope for patients and their families during times of crisis, providing compassionate and life-saving care 24/7.
Panel of Doctors
-
Dr. Amal Jose
Consultant
-
Dr. Nijas Ahammed
Consultant
-
Dr. Fasna Shanavas
Specialist
-
Dr. Sharmeela EM
Specialist
-
Dr. Shefeeka Beevi P M
Specialist
Tab 1
Dr. Amal Jose
MBBS, DNB(Anaesthesia), IDCCM(Critical Care Medicine)
Consultant
Dr. Amal Jose, an intensivist with 5+ years of experience in Critical Care Medicine.
Area of Interest
- Sepsis
- Toxicology
- Organ support
- Trauma
- ACLS
Qualifications
- MBBS - Government Medical College, Calicut (2013)
- DNB (Anaesthesia) - Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi (2018)
- IDCCM - BMH, Calicut (2020)
Work Experience
- Associate Consultant - Critical Care Medicine - Baby Memorial Hospital, Kannur
- Consultant - Critical Care Medicine - KIMS Sreechand Hospital, Kannur
- Consultant - Critical Care Medicine - Meitra Hospital, Kozhikode
- Consultant - Critical Care Medicine - Avitis Institute Of Medical Sciences, Nemmara
Membership
- Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM)
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
- Dissertation: Effect of priming with rocuronium on time of intubation and intubating conditions
- Publication: Intermittent or continuous infusion of terlipressin for acute variceal bleeding – “cherry picking” to make it simpler – Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, Nov 2018. Cyriac Abby Philips, Philip Augustine, Rizwan Ahamed, Guruprasad Padsalgi, Amal Jose, Sasidharan Rajesh
Dr. Amal Jose
Consultant
Tab 1
Dr. Nijas Ahammed
MBBS, DNB, IDCCM, DrNB, EDIC
Consultant
Dr. Nijas Ahammed is a seasoned intensivist with deep expertise in managing critically ill patients across a wide spectrum of complex conditions. With years of experience in high-dependency and intensive care units, he brings a calm, confident approach to patient stabilization and recovery, especially in life-threatening scenarios involving multiple organ systems. He believes in a holistic, team-based approach to critical care, combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient-centered care. He works closely with ICU teams, infectious disease specialists, nephrologists, and respiratory therapists to ensure optimal outcomes even in the most challenging cases.
Area of Interest
- Comprehensive management of multiorgan failure
- Advanced ventilator strategies, including invasive and non-invasive support
- Specialized care for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Early recognition and evidence-based management of sepsis and septic shock
- Expert management of patients requiring CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy) and ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
- Treatment of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms, with a focus on precision antimicrobial therapy
Qualification
- MBBS – Trivandrum Medical College
- DNB (Anesthesia) – KIMS Health, Trivandrum
- IDCCM – Medical Trust, Ernakulam
- DRNB Critical Care – KIMS Health, Trivandrum
- EDIC
Work Experience
- Senior Resident – Critical Care, KIMS, Trivandrum
- Intensivist – Critical Care, Marsleeva Medicity, Palai
- Senior Resident – Critical Care, Medical Trust Hospital, Ernakulam
- Junior Resident – Anesthesia, KIMS Health, Trivandrum
- Assistant Surgeon and Anesthetist, General Hospital, Ernakulam
- Medical Officer, Tribal Specialty Hospital, Palakkad
Paper Presentation
- Thromboelastography vs Conventional Coagulation Assay in Sepsis-Induced Coagulopathy – Criticare Kochi, 2025
Membership
- IMA (Indian Medical Association)
- ACLS/BLS Certification
- ISCCM Life Member (Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine)
- ESICM Membership (European Society of Intensive Care Medicine)
Dr. Nijas Ahammed
Consultant
Tab 1
Dr. Fasna Shanavas
MBBS, DNB (Anaesthesiology)
Specialist
Anaesthesiologist with 2 years of clinical experience and a keen interest in Critical Care Medicine. She is skilled in resuscitation, invasive line placement, and airway management. Known for her compassionate approach and empathetic patient care, Dr. Fasna is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment in acute care settings.
Qualification
- MBBS – Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery, Ernakulam (2019)
- DNB Anaesthesiology – Sparsh Super Speciality Hospital, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore (2023)
Work Experience
- Senior Registrar in Anaesthesiology – Apollo Hospital, Bangalore (2024–2025)
- Registrar in Critical Care and Anaesthesiology – Prakriya Hospital, Bangalore (2023)
Area of Interest
- Airway management in critically ill patients
- Mechanical ventilation and respiratory care
- Hemodynamic monitoring and optimization
- Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in ICU
- Sepsis and shock management
- Early recognition and management of organ dysfunction
- Ethical decision-making and end-of-life care
- Continuous learning and evidence-based practice in intensive care
Membership
- ISA (Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists)
- ALS/BLS Certification
Dr. Fasna Shanavas
Specialist
OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
- Mon 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
- Tue 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
- Wed 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
- Thu 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
- Fri 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
- Sat 09:00 AM - 03:30 PM
- 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Tab 1
Dr. Sharmeela EM
MBBS, MD
Specialist
Anesthesiologist with a strong focus in Critical Care Medicine. She is passionate about delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care to critically ill patients, combining her perioperative skills with advanced critical care practices. Her clinical approach emphasizes early diagnosis, timely interventions, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes in high-acuity settings.
Area of Expertise
- Advanced Hemodynamic Monitoring
- POCUS for Procedural Guidance and Diagnosis
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Airway Management
- Management of Sepsis/MODS
Qualification
- MBBS – MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna (2020)
- MD – Travancore Medicity Medical College, Kollam (2025)
Work Experience
- Junior Resident – Accident & Emergency, Lakeshore Hospital and Research Centre (2020–2022)
Certificates & Fellowships
- AHA - BLS/ACLS
Membership
- IMA
- ISA
Dr. Sharmeela EM
Specialist
Tab 1
Dr. Shefeeka Beevi P M
MBBS, DNB
Specialist
Area of Expertise
- Resuscitation and Stabilization
- Airway Management
- Mechanical Ventilation
- POCUS Assessment
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Central Vein Cannulation
- Arterial Cannulation
Qualification
- MBBS – Govt. Medical College, Trivandrum
- DNB Anaesthesiology (2019)
Work Experience
- Senior Resident and Anaesthesiologist – Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre, Angamaly (2019–2025)
Certificates & Fellowships
- ISA
- IMA
Memberships
- ISA Cochin
- IMA Muvattupuzha
Publications & Research
- Research: "Ultrasound guided Transversus Abdominis Plane block vs local infiltration for post cesarean analgesia"
- Publication: "The Intraocular pressure and hemodynamic response to Igel airway insertion or tracheal intubation in pediatric strabismus surgery, a double blinded RCT" – European Journal of Critical Care Medicine, September 2024
Dr. Shefeeka Beevi P M
Specialist
Dr. Amal JoseConsultantDr. Amal Jose, an intensivist with 5+ years of experience in Critical Care Medicine. Area of Interest
|
Dr. Nijas AhammedConsultantDr. Nijas Ahammed is a seasoned intensivist with deep expertise in managing critically ill patients across a wide spectrum of complex conditions. With years of experience in high-dependency and intensive care units, he brings a calm, confident approach to patient stabilization and recovery, especially in life-threatening scenarios involving multiple organ systems. He believes in a holistic, team-based approach to critical care, combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient-centered care. He works closely with ICU teams, infectious disease specialists, nephrologists, and respiratory therapists to ensure optimal outcomes even in the most challenging cases. Area of Interest
|
Dr. Fasna ShanavasSpecialistAnaesthesiologist with 2 years of clinical experience and a keen interest in Critical Care Medicine. She is skilled in resuscitation, invasive line placement, and airway management. Known for her compassionate approach and empathetic patient care, Dr. Fasna is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment in acute care settings.
OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
|
Dr. Sharmeela EMSpecialistAnesthesiologist with a strong focus in Critical Care Medicine. She is passionate about delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care to critically ill patients, combining her perioperative skills with advanced critical care practices. Her clinical approach emphasizes early diagnosis, timely interventions, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes in high-acuity settings. Area of Expertise
|
Dr. Shefeeka Beevi P MSpecialistArea of Expertise
|
Key Services
- Life-sustaining interventions: Mechanical ventilation, dialysis, and cardiovascular support
- Close monitoring: Continuous vital sign monitoring and bedside care
- Multidisciplinary care: Collaboration with specialists from various departments
- Family support: Emotional support and counselling for patients’ families
Goals
- Stabilize and optimize: Patient’s condition and vital functions
- Prevent complications: Proactive measures to prevent secondary complications
- Improve outcomes: Enhance patient’s chances of recovery and survival