Alert

The Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine


Message from the Head of Department of Anesthesiology


" As the Head of the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine at ALERT Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, I am honored to lead a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our department provides specialized services in perioperative care, critical care, and pain management. We continuously strive to enhance patient outcomes through innovation, collaboration, and a multidisciplinary approach. Our team is also actively involved in training and research to advance medical knowledge and improve healthcare services. We look forward to further expanding our services and contributing to the hospital’s vision of becoming a national center of excellence. We appreciate the unwavering dedication of our team, the hospital management, and partners who support our mission. "

Dr.Natnael Kifle
(Anesthesiologist, critical care and pain medicine specialist)
 Head, Department of Anesthesiology Alert Comprehensive Specialized Hospital

Historical Background

The Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine (ACCPM) was established in 1923 G.C. when surgical services were first introduced at ALERT Hospital. It initially began with a limited number of anesthetists and gradually evolved into the comprehensive unit it is today, providing a full spectrum of anesthesia, critical care, and pain management services to patients from various regions.

Yearly Performance

Each year, the department achieves significant milestones, including:

  • 9,500 emergency and elective surgical operations
  • 9,500 pre-operative anesthesia evaluations
  • 400 Intensive Care Unit admissions
  • Ongoing consultation and care for numerous patients requiring specialized pain management

Qualifications & Number of Health Professionals

The department is staffed with a highly skilled team, including:

  • 7 specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine
  • 3 anesthetists with MSc qualifications
  • 31 anesthetists with BSc qualifications
  • 2 OPD nurses

Facilities & Equipment

To ensure high-quality care, the department oversees:

  • 15 operating tables (including trauma, general, major OR, gyne/obs, and minor OR tables)
  • 1 pre-anesthesia clinic for preoperative assessments
  • Access to dedicated wards, the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
  • Specialized equipment for invasive monitoring (arterial and central lines), mechanical ventilation, and pain management interventions

Teaching & Training Services

The department is actively involved in training and capacity-building through:

Service Hours.

Our services are available around the clock, with:

  • 24-hour inpatient coverage for anesthesia, critical care, and pain management needs

Services provided by the department

The Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine provides a comprehensive range of services, including:

  • Pre-operative Evaluation in the clinic, wards, and emergency department
  • Surgical Patient Optimization before operations
  • Intra-operative Monitoring and Management in operating rooms
  • Labor Pain Management via epidural analgesia
  • Post-operative Care in the wards, ICU, ED, and PACU
  • Post-operative Pain Management
  • Patient Resuscitation Assistance in ORs, wards, ED, and ICU
  • Consultations for other departments
  • Central Line and IV Insertions for difficult cases
  • Training in Intensive Care, Post-anesthesia Care, Pain Management, and procedures
  • On-the-job Training for junior staff