Consultant Anaesthetist
MBBS BSc FRCA
Overview
Areas of expertise
Medico-Legal experience
Dr Das is a case reviewer for adult and paediatric anaesthesia for the General Medical Council. He has successfully completed the Bond-Solon ‘Excellence in Report Writing- written evidence’ course in 2025. Dr Das is happy to take instructions from both Claimant and Defendant.
Clinical Practice & Experience
Dr Das is a Consultant Anaesthetist at Oxford University NHS foundation trust (appointed 2006) and a previous Clinical Lead for Paediatric Anaesthesia. He studied at St Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical School, London and trained in anaesthesia in Wessex and worked as a Fellow in Paediatric Anaesthesia for one year in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA.
Clinical Interests
Dr Das’ clinical interests are within paediatric anaesthesia (all surgical specialities). He has a special interest in anaesthesia for paediatric craniofacial surgery, neurosurgery and interventional radiological procedures. Anaesthesia for adults, (all surgical specialities) with a special interest in anaesthesia for adult cosmetic surgery, ophthalmic surgery and ENT surgery. His Fellowship year in Paediatric Anaesthesia was in the University of Michigan, USA (1 year).
Research Interests
Dr Das has an interest in research of anaesthesia for craniofacial surgery.
Management Experience
Previous Clinical Lead for Paediatric Anaesthesia Department, Oxford 3.5 years. Current Chair of Medical Advisory Committee for Nuffield Manor Hospital, Oxford (6 years). Immediate Past Secretary of Association of Paediatric Anaesthetist of Great Britain and Ireland (APAGBI) and current President Elect of APAGBI. Member of Expert Advisory Group for paediatrics, Theatres/HSSU and the National Medical Advisory Group for Nuffield Health.
Summary of Publications
Dr. Sumit Das has a strong academic and clinical interest in anaesthesia for craniofacial surgery, with a particular focus on the perioperative management of children undergoing complex craniofacial procedures. His contributions to research are reflected in a series of peer-reviewed publications, many of which centre around anaesthesia in craniosynostosis surgery. These include comprehensive reviews of anaesthesia techniques, risk factors such as postoperative hypoalbuminemia and rare complications like central retinal artery occlusion. Notably, he is part of a European multicenter collaboration aiming to standardise airway management in craniosynostosis, underscoring his active involvement in international research efforts to improve patient safety.In addition to his research publications, Dr. Das is a key contributor to the development of national clinical guidelines that shape best practices in paediatric anaesthesia. He has co-authored the GPAS guidelines on neuroanaesthetic services and serves as an advisor to the British Association of Perinatal Medicine (BAPM) for several upcoming guidelines, including neonatal airway safety, central venous catheter use, and emergency button battery ingestion. His work reflects a commitment to enhancing perioperative care standards through evidence-based policy and collaborative guideline development.
Teaching & Training
Dr Das has a longstanding interest in online education and training. He is the Co-director of MEPA course (Managing Emergencies in Paediatric Anaesthesia) simulation course and Education Editor for the research journal, Pediatric Anesthesia.
Prizes and Awards
First Anaesthetist ever, to be elected a full member of the European Society for Craniofacial Surgery (ESCFS).
Memberships of Professional Bodies & Learned Societies
APAGBI (Elected Council Member, previous Hon Secretary, current President Elect)
Royal College of Anaesthetists
Association of Anaesthetists
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