Dr. Dimple Shah is an accomplished Senior Consultant Neuroanesthesiologist with over a decade of specialized experience in the perioperative management of complex neurosurgical, paediatric, and interventional neuroradiology cases. She has consistently demonstrated clinical excellence, academic leadership, and research acumen in the field of neuroanesthesia.

She holds an MBBS, a DNB in Anesthesiology, and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) in Neuroanesthesia, reflecting her deep academic foundation and advanced specialization in this high-skill domain.

At the Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata, she delivers comprehensive anaesthesia management for high-risk neurosurgical and functional procedures such as deep brain stimulation (DBS), epilepsy surgery, and awake craniotomy, while also overseeing neurocritical care and postoperative recovery.

Clinical Expertise & Key Skills

Dr. Shah’s expertise spans a wide range of advanced neuroanesthetic practices, including:

• Anaesthesia for complex brain and spine surgeries

• Paediatric and functional neurosurgery anaesthesia

• Intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and awake procedures

• Interventional neuroradiology anaesthesia management

• Neurocritical care and postoperative neurological stabilization

• Protocol formulation, clinical audits, and safety standardization

Her commitment to patient safety and surgical precision has contributed significantly to improving perioperative outcomes and enhancing multidisciplinary coordination within neurosurgical teams.

Academic Roles & Research Contributions

Dr. Dimple Shah has made valuable academic contributions as a Faculty Member in the Dr NB Neuroanesthesia Program, mentoring postgraduate trainees and guiding their research dissertations.

She has supervised multiple thesis projects in neuroanesthesia and perioperative neuroscience, emphasizing innovation in patient management and clinical methodology.

Research Publications:

• 4 National Journal Articles

• 1 International Journal Article

Her research work encompasses diverse topics in neuroanesthesia, including functional neurosurgery protocols, neurophysiological monitoring, and perioperative neuroprotection strategies. She also regularly participates as a faculty and speaker at national-level neuroanesthesia conferences and workshops, contributing to academic exchange and clinical advancement in the specialty.

Professional Memberships

• Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA)

• Indian Society of Neuroanaesthesiology and Critical Care (ISNACC)

Workshops, Conferences & CME Participation

Dr. Shah actively engages in continued medical education and professional skill enhancement through her participation in workshops and CME programs, including:

• Paediatric airway management workshops

• Awake craniotomy and neurophysiological monitoring protocols

• National neuroanesthesia and critical care conferences as faculty and participant

These engagements underscore her commitment to lifelong learning and dissemination of best practices in neuroanesthesia.

Eligibility for the Excellent Researcher Award

Dr. Dimple Shah stands out as a distinguished clinical researcher and academician in neuroanesthesiology. Her substantial research output, mentorship of postgraduate scholars, and active contributions to evidence-based clinical practice exemplify excellence in medical research and innovation.

Her focus on advancing functional neurosurgery anaesthesia, promoting academic rigor, and developing standardized neuroanesthetic protocols reflects a commitment to elevating the quality of neurological care.

With her blend of clinical proficiency, scholarly achievements, and leadership in medical education, Dr. Dimple Shah is eminently eligible for the “Excellent Researcher Award” under Scientific Laurels, recognizing her outstanding contributions to neuroanesthesia research and academic excellence in neurosciences.