Esther Salifu
The Nigerian Society of Anesthetists celebrated World Anesthesia Day and World Restart a Heart Day at the National Hospital Abuja, focusing on workforce well-being.
The President, Dr. Busola Alade Briggs, emphasized the significance of the day, is commemorating the first use of anesthesia in surgery, which revolutionized pain management .
She stressed the importance of mentorship in fostering career growth and reducing stress among anesthetists.
“The theme for this year celebration is workforce well being. Our world body has decided this year we are going to focus on well being of the workforce for Anesthesia. We need to create time for our selves despite tight schedule”.
In the same vein, she called for better working condition, and mental health support for Anaesthetist.
The Chief Consultant Anesthetist National Hospital, Dr Maryrose Osazuwa, explained the simplicity and importance of basic life support, including chest compressions and breathing for cardiac arrest victims.
She also highlighted the availability of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in public places.
She urged medical expert to engage on regular sensitization and awareness activities to inform the public about life support during emergencies.
“Everyday people collapse and die because they have what we call cardiac arrest, and they don’t have to die. They can easily be saved.
We do not have to keep losing lives when death can be preventable”, she said.
Consultant Anesthetist , General Secretary Nigeria Society of Anaesthetist, Dr Saidu Yakubu urged stakeholders in the health sector to collaborate in improving wellbeing of workers.
“Anesthetists need to be physically, mentally and.psychologically well to collaborate effectively.
We should collaborate with various individuals within the hospital environment, within the state, nation and internationally
We should also develop good relationship with our colleagues so that we will be able to provide the best for our patients.”
