Dr. Gautham Shankar

Dr. Gautham Shankar, MBBS, MEM I am an experienced Emergency Medicine specialist with over 11 years of expertise in the field. Having completed his MBBS from Government Medical College, Kannur, and a Master’s in Emergency Medicine from Manipal hospital bangalore, i have earned skills in managing a wide range of emergency medical conditions. With proficiency in performing critical procedures and decision-making in high-pressure environments. I am well-versed in both pre-hospital and in-hospital emergency care. Core Competencies: Advanced Emergency Procedures: Skilled in managing life-threatening emergencies, including trauma care, resuscitation, advanced airway management, and emergency surgical procedures. Critical Care Management: Expertise in the stabilization and treatment of critically ill patients across various emergencies such as acute myocardial infarctions, strokes, severe respiratory distress, and septic shock. Trauma Care: Specialized in triaging and managing both blunt and penetrating trauma, including polytrauma management, advanced trauma life support (ATLS), and immediate surgical interventions. Cardiac Emergencies: Proficient in handling cardiac arrest, arrhythmias, and acute coronary syndromes, including the use of advanced resuscitation techniques such as ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support). Airway Management: Competence in advanced airway techniques such as endotracheal intubation, cricothyroidotomy, and rapid sequence intubation. Pre-Hospital Emergency Care: Experience in providing emergency medical services and pre-hospital care, with a focus on rapid triage, transport, and intervention in emergency situations. Medical Leadership: Ability to lead teams in emergency departments, ensuring effective communication and delivery of high-quality care under pressure. Teaching & Training: Mentoring junior doctors, nurses, and paramedics in emergency medical procedures, providing practical, hands-on training, and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols. Professional Experience: Key Responsibilities: Leading the emergency department (ED) team, overseeing patient care from initial assessment to stabilization. Managing critical cases, performing emergency surgeries, and providing advanced trauma care. Supervising and training medical staff, including residents and junior doctors, in emergency procedures. Ensuring the proper documentation of all emergency interventions, maintaining quality control, and adhering to hospital protocols. Coordinating with other specialists and departments to ensure comprehensive care for emergency patients. Assisting in the management of complex emergency cases and performing emergency procedures under supervision. Participating in trauma resuscitations, patient stabilizations, and intensive care procedures. Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and protocol development within the emergency department. Education & Training: Master of Emergency Medicine (MEM) Society of Emergency medicine of India Year of Completion: 2022 MBBS Government Medical College, Kannur Year of Completion: 2015 Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Basic Life Support (BLS) Point of care ultrasound NTLS Advanced airway worskshop Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Skills: Proficient in emergency medical software and documentation systems. Strong decision-making skills in high-stress environments. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to manage and lead multidisciplinary teams. Professional Interests: Emergency Medicine Research Development of clinical protocols for emergency care Training and education in trauma and resuscitation Publications & Research