Prof. Dr. Charles Matthew Oliver

Biography

Dr. Charles Oliver is a highly accomplished Consultant Anesthesiologist and a leading authority in Perioperative Medicine, with a distinguished career that spans over 14 years in Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine and an impressive 17-year tenure including Intensive Care and Acute Medicine. He has joined our team from University College London Hospitals in England.

Dr. Charles Oliver’s educational journey commenced at the esteemed University of Bristol, U.K., where he completed his Undergraduate Medical Training, earning the coveted MBChB degree.  His thirst for knowledge and commitment to advancing healthcare led him to the renowned University College London, U.K., where he pursued and achieved a Doctorate (PhD) in health systems research, a testament to his dedication to improving healthcare systems and practices.  Having excelled in advanced clinical and research fellowships at prestigious London hospitals and institutes, he was awarded completion of specialty training in anaesthesia, by the General Medical Council U.K.

As an Associate Professor at the Centre for Perioperative Medicine, University College London (UCL), U.K., Dr. Charles Oliver is at the forefront of cutting-edge research and education in the dynamic field of perioperative medicine. He has extensive and varied academic expertise, having authored more than 60 peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and educational resources, holding numerous posts with national research bodies, and delivering invited lectures at international conferences.  His contributions have earned him a well-deserved reputation as an international expert and pioneer in anesthesia and perioperative medicine.

His exceptional clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including general, regional, and spinal anesthesia, as well as specialized services such as the Iron Health and Wellness Clinic, bespoke procedural sedation, opioid-free anesthesia, and the implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. Dr. Charles Oliver is known for his commitment to shared decision-making and a patient-centered approach, ensuring that each individual receives the highest level of care tailored to their unique needs.

With a rich educational background, extensive clinical experience, and a profound dedication to advancing healthcare, Dr. Charles Oliver stands as a beacon of excellence in the field of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, continually striving to improve patient well-being and outcomes.

Field of Expertise 

• General, regional, and spinal anesthesia
• Iron health and wellness clinic
• Bespoke procedural sedation
• Opioid-free anesthesia
• Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS)
• Shared decision-making
• Patient-centred outcomes

Awards & Accreditations

• Certificate of Completion of Specialist training (CCST) in Anesthesia, General Medical Council, U.K.
• President’s Commendation, Royal College of Anesthetists, London, U.K.
• Doctorate (PhD) in health systems research – University College London, U.K.
• Fellowship of the Royal College of Anesthetists (FRCA) - London, U.K.
• Associate fellow of the higher education authority (AFHEA) - London, U.K.
• Advanced life support instructor – Resuscitation Council, U.K.
• Medical degree (MBChB) – University of Bristol, U.K.

Publications

ORCiD profile https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1869-0196

UCL profile https://profiles.ucl.ac.uk/37433-matt-oliver/publications?favouritesFirst=false&perPage=25&sort=dateDesc&startFrom=0

The following is a selection of his recent most high-profile publications

N Eugene, A Kuryba…D Cromwell. Development and validation of a prognostic model for death 30 days after adult emergency laparotomy. Anaesthesia 2023

CM Oliver.  Measuring cardiac output and derived haemodynamic variables, and data interpretation.  Intensive care medicine - the essential guide. Cambridge University Press 2023. ISBN 9781108984423

R Armstrong, A Fayaz…CM Oliver. Development and temporal validation of a prognostic model for 30-day postoperative mortality for adult patients undergoing emergency laparotomy. Anaesthesia 2023.

R Armstrong, G Manning…CM Oliver. Predicting severe pain after major surgery: a secondary analysis of the Perioperative Quality Improvement Programme (PQIP) dataset.  Anaesthesia 2023.

N Passi, M Tan, CM Oliver. Contraceptive failure and sugammadex administration: Surveys of professional knowledge and practice.  British Journal of Anaesthesia 2022.

J Foulkes, CM Oliver. Identifying barriers to the use of total intravenous anaesthesia: a pan-London multi-centre survey for the assessment of clinician rationale. BJA Open 2022

J Bedford, P Martin…SR Moonesinghe. Development and internal validation of a risk-adjustment model for postoperative morbidity in adults undergoing major elective colorectal surgery. Anaesthesia 2022; 77(12): 1356-1367

P Singh, J Gossage…T Underwood. Association of Upper GI Surgery of GB&I(AUGIS)/Perioperative Quality Initiative (POQI) consensus statement on intraoperative and postoperative interventions to reduce pulmonary complications following oesophagectomy. British Journal of Surgery 2022

CM Oliver, S Warnakulasuriya…SR Moonesinghe. Delivery of Drinking, Eating and Mobilising (DrEaMing) and its association with length of hospital stay after major non-cardiac surgery: Observational cohort study.  British Journal of Anaesthesia 2022,

Kim J, S Glarbo…CM Oliver. Theatre sustainability: Our journey to reach net zero. BJA Open 2022, 4(S1).

Foulkes J, CM Oliver.  Identifying barriers to the use of total intravenous anaesthesia. BJA Open 2022.

LJ Spurling, SR Moonesinghe, CM Oliver. Validation of the days alive and out of hospital (DAOH) outcome measure after emergency laparotomy: a retrospective cohort study. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2022, 128(3): 449-456

AJ Wickham, DT Highton…DS Martin. Treatment threshold for intra-operative hypotension in clinical practice—a prospective cohort study in older patients in the UK. Anaesthesia 2021

Shaw, J. Waiting…B Black. Airway events in obese vs. non-obese elective surgical patients: a cross-sectional observational study. Anaesthesia 2021, 76: 1585–1592

CM Oliver, J Fabes, S Rahman et al. Increasing anhepatic caval pressure gradient and acute kidney injury after liver transplantation. Experimental and Clinical Transplantation 2021, 6: 539-544

CM Oliver. Emergency anaesthesia. Raising the Standards: Quality Improvement Compendium. Royal College of Anaesthetists 2020

R Aitken, JSL Partridge…JK Dhesi. Older Patients Undergoing Emergency Laparotomy: observations from the National Emergency Laparotomy Audit. Age and ageing 2020, 49(4): 656-663

T Salih, P Martin…SR Moonesinghe. Distance travelled to hospital for emergency laparotomy and the effect of travel time on mortality: cohort study. BMJ Quality and Safety 2020,0:1-10

Oliver CM, Campbell M, Dulan O, Hamilton N and Birchall M. Appearance and management of COVID-19 laryngo-tracheitis: two case reports. Faculty of 1000, April 2020

H Boyd-Carson, A Shah…CM Oliver. Impact of anaemia on postoperative mortality and morbidity in patients undergoing emergency laparotomy. Anaesthesia 2020, 75(7): 904-912

T Poulton, R Moonesinghe…P Martin. Socioeconomic deprivation and mortality after emergency laparotomy: an observational epidemiological study. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2020, 124(1): 73-83

M Oliver, P Martin, S Hare. NELA: Onward and Upward. RCoA Bulletin March 2020: 46-47

M Oliver, D Murray.  Multi-organ support in the ageing population. Challenging Concepts in Critical Care. Oxford University Press. ISBN: 9780198814924

CM Oliver, S Hare. What do perioperative National Clinical Audits tell us? The evolving role of national audits in changing practice and improving outcomes. British Journal of Anaesthesia Education 2019, 19(10): 334-341

R Brinkler, Z Edwards…A Stewart. Quality of anaesthetic information given for labour: delivery of analgesia and anaesthesia information. Anaesthesia 2019, 74(9): 1101-1111

N Passi, CM Oliver, K Dhadwal. Hospital management of the post-cardiac arrest patient: priorities and challenges.  British Journal of Hospital Medicine 2019, 80(2): C22-27

CM Oliver, MG Bassett… SR Moonesinghe. Organisational factors and mortality after emergency laparotomy: Multilevel analysis of 39,903 patients in the National Emergency Laparotomy Audit cohort. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2018, 121(6): 1346–1356

N Eugene, CM Oliver…K Walker. Development and internal validation of a novel risk adjustment model for adult patients undergoing emergency laparotomy surgery: The NELA risk model. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2018, 121(4): 739-748

L Verschueren, M Oliver, S Bampoe. The development of a P-POSSUM-based landing card for emergency laparotomy. Anaesthesia 2018, 73(S2): 79

JRN Lacey, N Khan, CM Oliver.  Perioperative risk.  British Journal of Hospital Medicine 2017, 78(11): 616 - 621

S Saxena, S Eshelby, CM Oliver. Multidisciplinary quality improvement bundle for neck of femur fracture patients.  Regional anesthesia and Pain Medicine 2017, 42(5): 166

CM Oliver, S Phillips, R Saibaba. Anaesthetic management of a patient with critical respiratory compromise from a broncho-oesophageal fistula.  Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 2017, 42: 10-11

DJN Wong, CM Oliver, SR Moonesinghe. Predicting postoperative morbidity using the Surgical Outcome Risk Tool (SORT). British Journal of Anaesthesia 2017, 119(1): 95-105

CM Oliver, SR Moonesinghe. Chapter 93: Mechanical ventilation: Setting rate, volume and time. Oxford Textbook of Critical Care (2016). Oxford University Press, ISBN: 9780199600830

CM Oliver, E Walker…SR Moonesinghe. Risk assessment tools validated for patients undergoing emergency laparotomy: a systematic review. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2015, 115: 849-60

M Oliver, M Grocott … D Murray.  The problem with emergency laparotomies.  British Journal of Hospital Medicine, September 2015, 76(9): 498-499

JC Simpson, SR Moonesinghe…MG Mythen.  Enhanced recovery from surgery in the UK: an audit of the ER partnership programme 2009-2012. British Journal of Anaesthesia 2015, 115(4): 560-8

CM Oliver, E Walker…SR Moonesinghe.  Risk assessment tools validated for emergency AAA repair: A Systematic Review.  Anaesthesia 2015, 70(S3): 87