Dr. Joshua John

Dr. John’s medical journey began with an MBBS from Kannur Medical College. He further specialized by completing a DNB in Anaesthesiology at Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut, gaining comprehensive knowledge in perioperative care and pain management. His dedication to intensive care led him to pursue a DrNB in Critical Care Medicine from Iqraa International Hospital, Calicut.

Beyond these formal qualifications, Dr. John holds the prestigious Indian Diploma in Critical Care Medicine (IDCCM) from the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM) and the European Diploma in Intensive Care (EDIC) from the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine, underscoring his proficiency at both national and international levels. He has also completed the ICCARe course, an ISCCM-certified program focused on antimicrobial resistance, demonstrating his commitment to addressing global healthcare challenges. Dr. John’s blend of academic rigor, international recognition, and extensive clinical experience makes him an invaluable asset to the field of critical care.

He is committed to delivering evidence-based, high-quality care in the intensive care unit and actively contributes to clinical excellence, research, and ongoing medical education.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Joshua John possesses extensive expertise in a wide range of critical care areas, including:

• Infectious diseases & antibiotic stewardship

• Sepsis management

• Snake bite and toxicology

• Polytrauma care

• ECMO management

He is highly proficient in all ICU-related procedures, such as:

• Central and arterial line placement

• Hemodialysis catheter insertion

• Difficult airway management, including fiberoptic bronchoscopy (FOB)

• Percutaneous tracheostomy

• Intercostal drain (ICD) and pigtail catheter insertion

Dr. John is particularly experienced in managing critically ill patients with conditions like severe sepsis, toxicology-related emergencies, and polytrauma. His skills also include:

• Bedside advanced echocardiography

• Lung and abdominal ultrasound

• Mechanical ventilation strategies

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Joshua John has been recognized for his contributions to the medical field:

• 3rd Prize – Quiz Competition at ISACON State Conference, RAVIZ, Calicut (2017).

• 1st prize in quiz competition on World Antimicrobial Awareness Week held at IQRAA (2024).

• Presented various papers and posters at national conferences, contributing significantly to academic and clinical discourse in critical care.