By Hafsa Arshad
BS-AHS (Anesthesia Technology)
Supervised by: Samsaam Fazal, MS-AHS
Affiliation: University of Haripur
Robotic anesthesia is rapidly emerging as a groundbreaking innovation in modern medicine, promising safer and pain-free surgeries. By combining robotics with artificial intelligence, these systems deliver anesthetic drugs with remarkable precision, adjusting doses in real time based on a patient’s vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation. This reduces human error and ensures a stable, controlled anesthesia experience.
One notable example is the Sedasys System, developed for minor procedures like endoscopy and colonoscopy. It handles routine monitoring and dosing, allowing anesthesiologists to focus on critical decision-making and patient safety.
For anesthesiologists, robotic anesthesia acts as a smart assistant, improving accuracy and efficiency while leaving complex clinical judgments to human expertise. For anesthesia technologists, it provides new responsibilities, including system setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting, ensuring smooth operation throughout procedures.
Although currently limited by high costs and the need for specialized training, advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics are likely to make robotic anesthesia more accessible in the near future. Its adoption promises to make surgical procedures safer, faster, and more comfortable for patients.
In conclusion, robotic anesthesia is a major milestone in modern healthcare, supporting both anesthesiologists and technologists in delivering high-quality care. By combining human expertise with technological precision, it represents the future of pain-free surgery.
