The Bachelor of Science in Operation Theatre Technology OTT is an undergraduate degree in allied healthcare that is recognized around the world. It is aimed at training students on how to operate surgical instruments, assist surgeons, and create and manage sterile conditions during surgeries. This program is available at several universities and colleges in India and abroad, usually with recognition from UGC, AICTE or state medical boards. Students can work as surgical technologists, OT aides, or even office administrators in operation theater.
This training is very important in today’s healthcare system because well trained OT technologists guarantee the safety of patients during surgery. Curriculum usually consist of anatomy, microbiology, anesthesia technology, and surgery. With the progression of medical science, the need for trained OT personnel in hospitals, speciality trauma centers, and super specialty surgical departments is ever increasing. In addition, graduates are eligible to undertake higher education like MSc OTT, healthcare management, or even research which improves the employment opportunities within the healthcare field.