Surgical Safety Checklist & WHO Protocols in Thane
How Standardized Safety Systems Reduce Surgical Complications
At Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Under the Care of Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
General, Laparoscopic, Laser & Daycare Surgery Specialist
What Is a Surgical Safety Checklist?
A Surgical Safety Checklist is a structured, step-by-step protocol introduced by the World Health Organization (WHO) to improve patient safety before, during, and after surgery.
It ensures:
✔ Correct patient
✔ Correct procedure
✔ Correct surgical site
✔ Prepared surgical team
✔ Reduced human error
This checklist has significantly reduced surgical complications and mortality worldwide.
Why Surgical Safety Checklists Are Critical in Modern Surgery
Surgery involves:
➡️ Multiple team members
➡️ Complex equipment
➡️ Anesthesia risks
➡️ Time-sensitive decisions
A checklist ensures nothing important is missed, even during emergencies.
At Aayush Multispeciality Hospital, Thane, WHO surgical safety protocols are strictly followed for every operation.
Three Key Phases of the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist
1️⃣ Sign In – Before Anesthesia
✔ Patient identity confirmed
✔ Surgical site marked
✔ Procedure verified
✔ Consent confirmed
✔ Allergy check
✔ Anesthesia safety check
✔ Availability of blood & equipment
2️⃣ Time Out – Before Skin Incision
✔ Surgeon, anesthetist, and nurses confirm details aloud
✔ Procedure & site reconfirmed
✔ Antibiotic prophylaxis checked
✔ Imaging displayed (if required)
✔ Anticipated critical steps discussed
This step improves team communication and coordination.
3️⃣ Sign Out – Before Patient Leaves OT
✔ Instrument and sponge count confirmed
✔ Specimen labeling verified
✔ Post-operative plan discussed
✔ Recovery and ICU needs assessed
✔ Documentation completed
Role of Surgical Safety Checklist in Emergency Surgeries
Even during emergencies:
✔ Rapid checklist is followed
✔ Life-saving priorities maintained
✔ Critical errors prevented
This balance of speed + safety is essential in emergency OT settings.
Benefits of Implementing WHO Surgical Safety Protocols
🌟 Reduced surgical site infections
🌟 Lower anesthesia complications
🌟 Improved team communication
🌟 Fewer wrong-site surgeries
🌟 Better patient outcomes
Surgical Safety Culture at Aayush Multispeciality Hospital
✔ Mandatory checklist for every surgery
✔ Trained OT staff
✔ Surgeon-led safety verification
✔ Continuous audit & improvement
✔ Patient-first surgical approach
Importance of Surgeon Leadership in Safety Protocols
The surgeon plays a central role in:
✔ Leading the checklist
✔ Encouraging team participation
✔ Ensuring protocol compliance
✔ Taking final responsibility
Dr. Ankur Bhanushali actively ensures every surgical safety step is followed.
Surgical Safety Checklist in Daycare & Laparoscopic Surgery
Even for minimally invasive and daycare procedures:
✔ Safety checklist is mandatory
✔ Anesthesia risks are assessed
✔ Same-day discharge safety ensured
No surgery is considered “minor” when it comes to patient safety.
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Details
📌 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment, Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
🌐 https://drankurbhanushali.com
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Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic – Full Details
📌 Shop No 4, Laxmi Krupa Building, Edulji Road, Charai, Thane West – 400602, Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33066
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Why Patients Feel Safer at Aayush Hospital
✔ International safety standards
✔ Transparent surgical process
✔ Same surgeon throughout care
✔ Ethical decision-making
✔ Strong post-operative support
