Dr. Sudha A. Bidani
Anesthesiologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Anesthesiology
6621 Fannin St Houston Texas, 77030About
Dr. Sudha Bidani practices Pediatric Anesthesiology in Houston, Texas. As a pediatric anesthesiologist, Dr. Bidani treats children who have experienced an illness, injury, or disease that requires surgery or a procedure. Pediatric anesthesiologists are qualified to evaluate complex problems and plan a safe anesthetic for each child. Through special training and experience, pediatric anesthesiologists provide the safest care for infants and children undergoing anesthesia.
Education and Training
Baylor College of Medicine
Seth G S Med College University Of Mumbai Mumbai Maharashtra India 1966
University of Mumbai, Topiwala National Medical College
Board Certification
American Board of Anesthesiology
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA
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Dr. Sudha A. Bidani's Expert Contributions
Why is spinal anesthesia better than general?
That is an assumption everyone makes. In good hands both are safe. READ MORE
What is the difference between epidural and general anesthesia?
Epidural is a regional anesthesia, where one can selectively and reversible block the spinal cord functions at different levels, depending on the concentration of the drug used. With general Anesthesia, you are rendered unconscious, effectively blocking pain sensation. READ MORE
Is anesthesia safe for diabetics?
With right precautions, yes READ MORE
Does local anesthesia raise blood sugar?
If you are very apprehensive, blood sugar can go up because of your body’s response to stress. READ MORE
Can you pass under general anesthesia if you are over 70?
When you say “pass”, do you mean qualify? Answer is yes depending on the number of co-morbidities one has. READ MORE
How safe is dental anesthesia?
With right precautions, it is quite safe. READ MORE
Can anesthesia cause psychosis?
Have not seen one. READ MORE
Do you need general anesthesia for wisdom teeth?
Not necessarily. READ MORE
Can anesthesia stay in your system for months?
Not that I know. READ MORE
Is general anesthesia bad for your brain?
Any medicine that alters your brain function is bad for the brain. That is why, we monitor the heart function to keep the blood supply to the brain as near normal as possible. READ MORE
Is anesthesia dangerous for people over 70?
Anesthesia is dangerous at any age. Ask yourself as to why older people get restricted driver’s licenses or lose it, and youngsters do not have a license. READ MORE
Does local anesthesia make you act funny?
It can READ MORE
Is topical anesthetic effective?
Yes READ MORE
Is sedation the same as general anesthesia?
No READ MORE
Do you talk during conscious sedation?
Yes READ MORE
How long is memory loss after general anesthesia?
I have not encountered any READ MORE
Why do they tape your eyes shut during surgery?
Just to protect the cornea from drying up and inadvertently getting scratched. In awake state, we can blink and prevent corneal drying up, wear dark glasses to protect from wind, etc. All these functions are not available when you are rendered unconscious. READ MORE
How long does local anesthetic last after surgery?
It depends on what kind of local anesthetic was used. A longer duration local anesthetic can last the entire day. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is used for toenail surgery?
Can be done with just local anesthesia READ MORE
How does a local anesthetic work?
I hope you have met your anesthesiologist and discussed this beforehand and have had some information regarding the type of local anesthesia needed. READ MORE
Expert Publications
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
- Assistant Clinical Professor -
Treatments
- Anesthesia
Professional Memberships
- Member American Society of Anesthesiology
- Member Society of Pediatric Anesthesiologists
- Member International Anesthesia Research Society
- Member Texas Society of Anesthesiology
- Member European Society of Anesthesia,
Fellowships
- Baylor College of Medicine, Anesthesiology, Baylor College of Medicine, Cardiothoracic Anesthesia, 1973 Baylor College of Medicine, Anesthesiology, 1975 1970
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