Dr. P. Neelakandan is a dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician committed to evidence-based practice and patient safety. He completed his MBBS from Government Thiruvarur Medical College & Hospital and his MD in Emergency Medicine from Government Thoothukudi Medical College & Hospital. Dr. Neelakandan is highly skilled in the rapid assessment and stabilization of critically ill patients, with extensive experience in trauma, pediatric, and surgical emergencies. His technical expertise includes advanced airway management, intubation, central venous and arterial access, and mechanical ventilation. He is also proficient in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) and holds certifications in ACLS, BLS, ATLS, PALS, and ANRT.
Treatments & Procedures
- Advanced airway management & endotracheal intubation
- Central venous catheterization & arterial line insertion
- Mechanical ventilation & ventilator management
- Chest tube / tube thoracostomy placement
- Rapid sequence resuscitation & ACLS algorithms
- Point-of-care ultrasound for diagnostics and procedures (FAST, procedural guidance)
- Trauma resuscitation and mass casualty triage principles
- Basic bedside surgical procedures and wound care
Research & Publications
Research / Thesis
An Observational Study of Usefulness of Electrocardiographic Changes in Predicting Clinical Outcomes among Traumatic Brain Injury Patients Admitted in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
Conferences / Workshops
Attended various emergency medicine workshops and departmental training (details available on request).