Critical Care Medicine (ICU)
Bharati Hospital’s Department of Critical Care operates a high-acuity, 60-bed ICU equipped to manage over 4500 critically ill patients annually. With 24/7 intensivist coverage, state-of-the-art ventilation, ECMO, and bedside diagnostics, the unit delivers advanced, protocol-driven care across medical emergencies, trauma, sepsis, cardiac crises, and postoperative recovery.
Overview
The Department of Critical Care at Bharati Hospital, Pune, delivers tertiary-level intensive care across medical, surgical, cardiac, and trauma emergencies. Established in 2014, the ICU has evolved into a fully integrated critical care unit with 60 beds, including 50 ventilated beds and 7 isolation rooms.
Every bed is equipped with multiparameter monitoring, high-end ventilators (AVEA, Vela, Bella Vista), and uninterrupted oxygen and power supply systems. Advanced respiratory support includes HFNC, non-invasive ventilation, and ECMO. The department is backed by 24/7 intensivist presence, in-house diagnostic systems, bedside ultrasound, X-ray, and bronchoscopy.
Point-of-care labs and ICU dialysis units further strengthen acute support. Dedicated teams manage Code Blue, Stroke, MI, Sepsis, and Trauma emergencies across the hospital. Designed for rapid intervention and sustained monitoring, the department ensures quality outcomes for critical patients through technology, clinical protocols, and immediate specialist access.
Scope of Services
Clinical Services
- 24/7 Adult ICU Care with Specialist Supervision
- Mechanical Ventilation (50 Beds), HFNC, NIV, ECMO
- Invasive Monitoring: Cardiac Output, Capnography, BIS, EEG
- ICU Dialysis & RO-Enabled System
- Stroke, MI, Sepsis & Trauma Response Codes
- Code Blue & Medical Emergency Response Unit
- Point-of-Care Testing: ABG, Electrolytes, Lactates
- Bedside Ultrasound, Echo, X-Ray & Bronchoscopy
- Dedicated Isolation & Infection-Control Units
- Support for Polytrauma, Post-Surgical & Cardiac Critical Care
Technology & Facilities
- 60 Beds with Central Oxygen/Air/Suction and UPS Backup
- AVEA, Bella Vista, Vela, NOCARCC Ventilators
- HFOV and Transpulmonary Pressure Monitoring
- Maquet ECMO System
- Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Portable Imaging: SHIMADZU X-ray, Sonosite USG, REGUS 190
- Olympus Bronchoscope
- 90 Syringe Pumps, 6 Defibrillators, 4 Transvenous Pacers
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (Cath Lab)
- Dedicated Difficult Airway & Emergency Resuscitation Carts
- 4 ICU Dialysis Machines with RO Support
Critical Care Team
Dr. Shivakumar Iyer
Consultant –Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Jignesh Shah
Consultant –Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Vishwanath Patil
Consultant –Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Prashant Jedge
Consultant –Critical Care Medicine
Dr. Sampada Kulkarni
Consultant –Critical Care Medicine
FAQs
Is the ICU operational 24/7?
Yes, the ICU is staffed round-the-clock with critical care specialists and fully equipped to handle emergencies at any time.
Can family members stay with ICU patients?
ICU entry is restricted to ensure infection control and patient safety. However, designated visiting hours and regular updates are provided to immediate family members.
What kinds of patients are admitted to the ICU?
The ICU admits patients with severe medical, surgical, cardiac, trauma-related, or post-operative conditions requiring intensive monitoring and life support.
Is ICU dialysis available for patients with kidney failure?
Yes, the ICU is equipped with dedicated dialysis machines and RO systems for patients needing continuous renal support.
How are emergencies like cardiac arrest or stroke handled?
The ICU team runs Code Blue and other emergency protocols for cardiac arrest, stroke, sepsis, trauma, and acute deterioration anywhere in the hospital.