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Department : Cardiology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseFetal and Transitional Hemodynamic Evaluation in precious pregnanciesNeonatal Cardiology and handling of life threatening Cardiac EmergenciesStructural Heart Disease and its treatment by surgical and non -surgical modalitiesAcquired heart diseases in children including Kawasaki Disease, Paediatric Syncope, Paediatric Hypertension and Paediatric Arrhythmias, Grown up Congenital Heart Disease – 15 years follow up, treatment, imaging and data recording, Community outreach OPD in paediatric cardiology in remote North East India – a philanthropic project

Department : Oncology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseGynec and Breast OncologyHIPECMinimally Invasive Thoracic and GI Oncosurgery

Department : Oncology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseHead and Neck cancersBreast surgery,Thyroid, Colorectal,Upper GI,HepatobiliaryThoracicGynec-OncologyUro-OncologyMinimally invasive surgery

Department : Oncology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseSpecial interest in Paediatric Pelvic Bone Sarcomas.Management of Benign Malignant Bone-Soft Tissue Tumours.Core Needle Biopsy/Trucut.Minimally invasive Procedures for Benign bone Tumours (Ex. Sclerotherapy).Extended Curettage Reconstruction.Limb Salvage Surgeries for Sarcoma.Tumor Megaprosthesis.Growing Tumour Prosthesis for Paediatric Bone Sarcomas.Biological Reconstruction (Allograft or Recycled Tumour Graft)Graft Prosthetic Composite Reconstructions.Pelvic Tumour Resections Reconstructions.Soft tissue Sarcoma Resections Reconstruction.SacrectomyRotationplastySurgical Management of Bone Metastases Palliative Surgeries.

Department : Bone marrow transplant

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseHaematology, Hemato-oncology Bone Marrow TransplantSpecial interest and expertise in performing Blood Bone Marrow transplants for various benign and malignant hematological disordersDiagnosing and treating malignant Haematology disorders like Acute and Chronic leukemia, Hodgkin’s and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphomas, Myeloma, Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), etcDiagnosing and treating Red cell disorders like Aplastic Anaemia, Autoimmune Haemolytic Anemia, Nutritional Anaemia, Thalassemia, and Sickle Cell Anaemia, etc.Diagnosing and treating Platelet disorders like Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), etc.Diagnosing and treating thrombotic disorders like deep vein thrombosis, recurrent thrombotic episodes, pulmonary embolism, Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APLA), Hereditary Thrombophilia, etc.Diagnosing and treating bleeding and coagulation disorders like Haemophilia, von Willebrand disease (vWD), other platelet function disorders, rare clotting factor deficiencies, etc.Evaluating and managing hematological complications arising in pregnancy and the postpartum periodEvaluation of Paediatric hematological disorders- both hereditary acquiredEvaluating and managing hematological complications in renal disorders, Rheumatology disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, Neurological disorders, Intensive care units, etc.

Department : gastroenterology, Surgical Gastroentology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseBasic Advanced laparoscopic GI SurgeryGastrointestinal/HPB Onco surgerySurgery for acute chronic pancreatitisLaparoscopic pancreatic/Biliary surgeryManagement of complex biliary stricturesMajor Liver resection surgeryLaparoscopic hernia/reflux surgeryColo Proctology – Cancers, fissure, piles, fistula surgeryVideo-assisted Thoracoscopic surgeries (VATS)Fellowship MembershipFellowship of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Surgeons.Life member of Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology.Life member of Indian Chapter- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.Life member of Association of Surgeons of India.Life member of Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endo Surgeons.Life member of Chandigarh Surgical Society.

Department : Surgical Gastroentology, gastroenterology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseGastroenterologyHepatologyTherapeutic EndoscopyBariatric Endoscopy (Endosocpic Therapy for Weight Loss)Fellowship MembershipFellow of Royal Australasian College of Physicians, Australia.Fellow of The Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh.Member of American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)Member of Association for Bariatric Endoscopy (ABE)Member of Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG)

Department : Pediatrics

15 Years of Experience

Dr.Sathish M. S. Vasishta has done BDS at MS Ramiah Dental College, MSR Nagar Bengaluru, M.D.S (Oral Maxillo Facial Surgery) in SDM College of Dental Sciences Hospital Dharwad, Fellowship in Cleft Craniofacial Surgery in CCI Switzerland K S Hegde Hospital Mangalore, Karnataka. He is having 16 years of experience in the Division of Cleft Craniomaxillofacial Surgery and has performed over 300+ surgeries.In association with Pediatrics other specialities, holistic care is given to children adults born with Cleft lip, Cleft palate other Congenital facial deformities.Services offered are:1. Cleft lip surgery2. Cleft palate surgery3. Alveolar bone grafting4. Cosmetic jaw surgery5. Orthognathic surgery6. Plastic surgery on the chin7. Haemangioma vascular tumour of the face

Department : Urology

15 Years of Experience

Embark on a journey of compassionate healing under the guidance of Dr Naveen M N, our dedicated Lead Consultant in Urology and Kidney Transplant Surgery. Dr Naveen goes beyond being a surgeon; he is a compassionate partner in your quest for urological well-being, bringing a depth of experience and a heartfelt commitment to your health.In his role as Lead Consultant, Dr Naveen leads with empathy, ensuring a lifetime dedication to every patient's well-being in Urology and Kidney Transplant Surgery. In the intricate landscape of urological health, he stands as a source of compassionate care, seamlessly combining traditional wisdom with cutting-edge solutions.Choosing Dr Naveen is choosing a compassionate guide in your journey to urological well-being. His consultations transcend routine medical discussions; they are compassionate dialogues where your concerns are met with genuine understanding and a commitment to urological excellence. He invites you into a realm where every surgical procedure is approached with a compassionate touch—precise, empathetic, and dedicated to your health.Make the heartfelt decision to choose Dr Naveen, the lead consultant whose compassionate approach to Urology and Kidney Transplant Surgery ensures that your confidence in his care is the first step toward a future of enduring urological health. Your urological journey is entrusted to the hands of a compassionate and seasoned leader, committed to ensuring every aspect of your care is marked by a genuine spirit of medical excellence.

Department : Urology

15 Years of Experience

Embark on a collaborative journey towards urological wellness with Dr Prasad, our esteemed Consultant Urologist and valued team member. Dr Prasad is not just a doctor; he is a vital contributor to our commitment to your urological health, offering a harmonious blend of expertise and a genuine passion for patient-centered care.As a Consultant, Dr Prasad is an integral part of our collaborative approach to redefine urological care. His role goes beyond professional duties; it signifies a dedication to ensuring every patient receives personalized and top-notch care in Urology. In the intricate landscape of urological health, Dr Prasad stands as a symbol of teamwork, seamlessly blending individual expertise with the collective commitment to your well-being.Choosing Dr Prasad is choosing a collaborative partner in your journey to urological wellness. His consultations transcend routine medical discussions; they are collaborative dialogues where your concerns are met with shared understanding and a commitment to urological excellence. He invites you into a realm where every diagnostic approach and treatment decision is approached with a team doctor's touch—precise, caring, and dedicated to your health.Make the informed decision to choose Dr Prasad, the team consultant whose collaborative approach to Urology ensures that your confidence in his care is not just a step but a leap toward a future of enduring urological health. Your urological journey is entrusted to the hands of a compassionate and collaborative leader, committed to ensuring every aspect of your care is a masterpiece of medical excellence. Your decision to embrace urological wellness with Dr Prasad isn't just a choice; it's an investment in a partnership dedicated to your lasting health and vitality.

Department : ENDOCRINOLOGY

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Radhika V Kumar is a highly qualified and experienced Senior Consultant in the field of Endocrinology. She has over 15 years of experience and currently practices at Manipal Hospitals in Sarjapur Road, Bangalore. She holds multiple degrees, including MBBS, and MRCP in General Internal Medicine, and Diabetes Endocrinology. She has become a specialist in Internal Medicine with a focus on Endocrinology and diabetes. Dr. Radhika V Kumar completed her undergraduate training at Dr. MGR Medical University, Tamil Nadu. After that, she served in the public healthcare sector for two years. Seeking further training and expertise, she moved to the United Kingdom, where she pursued training in General Internal Medicine at Ninewells Hospital, NHS Tayside in Dundee.She also gained valuable experience at Perth Royal Infirmary, NHS Tayside in Perth, Scotland, UK. During her time in the UK, she completed the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) examinations in General Internal Medicine, earning recognition from the Royal College of Physicians in London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. Dr. Radhika actively participated as a sub-investigator in several multicentric randomised controlled trials during this period, further enhancing her expertise. She has also worked as a Clinical Research fellow in Vascular Disease research at the Stroke Unit of the University of Dundee, Tayside, Scotland. Her passion for Diabetes and endocrinology led her to pursue speciality and sub-speciality training in the field. Dr. Radhika underwent comprehensive training in Diabetes Endocrinology at NHS Tayside, Dundee, Scotland, UK, as well as NHS Grampian in Aberdeen. For the same reason, she is considered one of the best endocrinologists in Sarjapur Road, Bangalore.She also earned the MRCP in Endocrinology Diabetes, firming her position as a reputable professional acknowledged by the Royal College of Physicians in London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. Returning to India, Dr. Radhika worked as a Consultant Endocrinologist and Physician at other corporate hospitals. She eventually joined the esteemed Columbia Asia Hospital group in October 2017. Her expertise and interest lie in obesity management, particularly for those who are morbidly obese. She is committed to practising evidence-based medicine and adheres to international and national protocols in patient management. Dr. Radhika V Kumar has experience in general diabetes management which includes diabetic emergencies, inpatient and outpatient management of T1DM, T2DM, diabetes management during medical and acute surgical illness, management of diabetes in the elderly, eyes - diabetic related complications, kidneys, cholesterol, and foot care in diabetes. She also gained experience in pediatric endocrinology diabetes mellitus, adolescent diabetes mellitus, and maternity diabetes mellitus or diabetes during pregnancy.Dr. Radhika is fluent in English and Hindi, enabling effective communication with patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Her passion is to make care accessible to the needy at an affordable cost and with excellent clinical outcomes. Through her work at Columbia Asia Hospital and her focus on obesity management, Dr. Radhika strives to deliver high-quality healthcare while ensuring affordability and positive clinical outcomes for her patients.

Department : gastroenterology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Muralidhar S Kathalagiri is a Consultant in Surgical Gastroenterology at SPARSH Hospitals, Bangalore, who is an expert in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, General and Gastrointestinal Surgery. Dr Muralidhar S Kathalagiri has done his Surgical Training from Prestigious KMC under Manipal University. Post that he has completed fellowship training in Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery from Various Reputed institutes in the country. He also has completed his National Board Fellowship in Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery. Dr Muralidhar has more than 15+ years of experience in his area of specialization. He has been associated with major hospitals and teaching institutions in the past. Dr Muralidhar specializes in various aspects of Advanced Laparoscopic, Bariatric and Gastrointestinal Surgery. He over his vast career specializes in performing major surgeries by Minimally invasive or Laparoscopic technique. Hepatobiliary Surgeries such as Lap Cholecystectomy, Lap CBD Exploration, Lap Choledochal Cyst excision, Laparoscopic pancreatico jejunostomy, Lap Pancreatic cystojejunostomy, Lap Distal Pancreatectomy, Lap Splenectomy etc. Bariatric or Obesity Surgery such as Lap Sleeve Gastrectomy, Lap RYGB, Lap SAGB etc. Hernia Surgery Such as Lap Inguinal Hernia Surgery, Lap Umbilical Surgery, Minimally invasive Abdominal wall reconstructive Surgeries for Complex and Recurrent Hernias etc. Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Such as Lap Nissen’s Fundoplication, Lap Heller’s Cardiomyotomy, Lap Gastrectomy, Lap Gastrojejunostomy, Lap Bariatric Surgery, etc. Colorectal Surgery such as Lap Right Hemicolectomy, Lap Anterior resection, Lap Low anterior resection, Lap Rectopexy, Lap Sigmoid resection, LASER procedures for Piles and Fistula and Minimally invasive procedure for Piles etc. He is a compassionate Surgeon and always has a patient-first approach. He has presented many papers in various National and International Conferences. He has authored in Minimal Access Surgery Books and Published many Articles in Various Journals. He also conducted various training programs and workshops.

Department : Orthopaedic

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Ravi Kumar is a Consultant Orthopaedic and Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at SPARSH Hospitals. He completed his basic Orthopaedic training (D’Orth) at M.S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, and was awarded the Gold Medal for securing the first ranking there. Dr. Ravi further trained at SPARSH Hospital, Bangalore, for the Diplomate of the National Board in Orthopaedics. He undertook his Joint Replacement surgery fellowship training at SPARSH Hospital and received the DePuy Fellowship during this period. He then spent some time working extensively as an Arthroplasty surgeon in SPARSH Hospital for Advanced Surgery in Bangalore. He possesses remarkable international experience in Joint Replacement surgery from Hamburg in Germany at one of the most prestigious and globally renowned hospitals like EndoKlinik Hospital, under the esteemed guidance of acclaimed Dr. Thorsten Gherke. He is experienced in all aspects of non-operative and operative management of hip and knee Arthritis. Dr. Ravi Kumar has a special interest in the management of complex primary joint replacements and revision joint replacement surgeries. He has also published papers in well-known peer-reviewed journals to his credit.

Department : Orthopaedic

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Sharan completed his medical school with an academic distinction from MR Medical College, Gulbarga after a brief stint at St Martha’s Hospital in Bangalore. His post-graduate education was at Kasturba Medical College Manipal. He was awarded D‘Othro in 1990 followed by the MS (Ortho) in1991 with a Gold medal. In 1992, Sharan moved to the UK for further training. He worked in some of the premier teaching institutions in north-west England, including Alder Hey’s Children’s Hospital – one of the largest paediatric hospitals in Europe. This institution, known for many firsts in the world of orthopaedics, gave him extensive training in operating on challenging orthopaedic problems in children. The other renowned organizations where he gained valuable experience were Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Hope Hospital, Manchester and Warrington District General Hospital. In 1995, Sharan was bestowed with the coveted degree of Mch Ortho from Liverpool University, making him the youngest graduate to be accorded this honour since the course began in 1926. A promising and comfortable career in England and the prospect of moving to the US was inviting. However, this was overshadowed by a strong desire to serve his own countrymen by applying the knowledge and experience he had gained in the West. He figured prominently in British media when the concept of reverse brain drain to India was featured. Sharan returned back to India in 1996 and joined the premier Institute of Manipal Hospital in Bangalore as their consultant in Orthopaedics. Whilst working with this organization, he single-handedly performed over 5000 major complex surgical procedures, especially in the field of Paediatric Orthopedics, Joint Replacement and Complex Trauma. This earned him the impeccable reputation of delivering high-quality orthopaedic care. To pursue the dream of taking world standard quality medical care to the masses, SPARSH Hospital was established in the year 2006 with 120 beds and 5 operating rooms with a capacity of carrying out over 30 surgeries a day. SPARSH is committed to constantly explore opportunities and develop processes and systems by which healthcare could become affordable in India. Dr. Sharan has been an important pillar in the growth of SPARSH. With the aim of providing Tier 1 quality healthcare and making it available and affordable, he has led SPARSH to expand to different units. These units aim to provide premium quality care across Tier 1 and Tier 2 regions in Karnataka.

Department : Oncology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Tejus Chiranjeevi is Consultant Uro-oncologist and Robotic Surgeon at SPARSH Hospital, Infantry, Bangalore. He completed his MBBS (1999-2004) from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum, Karnataka (KLE University of Health Sciences) and Internship (2004-2005) at KLE Hospital, Belgaum. Later he completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Uro-oncology and Robotic surgery at HCG Hospital and Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital Research center (February 2017-January 2018), Bangalore. This was followed by a DNB Urology (2012-2015) at JSS Medical College, Mysuru, Karnataka. He has also completed MS (General Surgery) (2006-2009) at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum, Karnataka (KLE University of Health Sciences). He has worked as Senior Resident in Department of Urology (2015-2016) at ESI Medical College and research center, Rajajinagar, Bangalore. Later he worked as Junior Consultant at Sagar Hospitals, Kumarswamy Layout (2016-2017). In the past he worked as Consultant Uro-oncologist 2018 at HCG Hospital, Bangalore. Having vast experience in Robotic urology he has assisted in over 500 cases. He has independently performed over 50 robotic cases. He is a certified robotic surgeon from Intuitive.

Department : Organ transplant

15 Years of Experience

Specialities:Institute of Cosmetology and Cosmetic SurgeryOrgan TransplantCosmetic SurgeryDr. Anand is the Chief of Cosmetics, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at SPARSH Hospitals, Bangalore. He is one of the most experienced plastics and reconstructive surgeons in the city, having two decades of experience in dealing with various plastic surgery procedures. He specializes in cosmetic surgery and reconstructive surgery for both adults and children. In addition to his practice, he is also involved in regular teaching programmes for post-graduates. Following specialist training in surgery from Bangalore Medical College, he trained for seven years in plastic and reconstructive surgery at internationally renowned healthcare institutions at Preston and Liverpool in the United Kingdom. After gaining his specialist qualifications as a Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Anand went on to complete his Fellowship in Hand Surgery at the internationally renowned Pulvertaft Hand Centre, Derby Royal Infirmary, Derby, UK. His current cosmetic surgery expertise includes body sculpting, abdominoplasty, liposuction, fat injection, gynaecomastia correction, breast reduction and augmentation, mastopexy, and facial rejuvenation surgery. He also practices minimal and non-invasive facial procedures like thread lift, endoscopic brow lift, and rhinoplasty. He is trained in other aesthetic procedures like fillers, and lasers.

Department : Cardiology

15 Years of Experience

Senior Consultanat - Interventional Cardiologist Heart Failure SpeacilistArears of Expertise:Angioplasties for acute heart attacks Complex coronary interventions Advanced heart failure Heart transplant Mechanical circulatory support

Department : Neurology

15 Years of Experience

Best Neuro doctor in BangaloreDr. Amit Kulkarni is a Senior Consultant Lead – Neurology Stroke at Sakra, recognized as the Best Neuro doctor in Bangalore.Dr. Amit Kulkarni is a highly accomplished neurologist with an extensive educational background. He completed his MBBS from KIMS, Hubli, followed by an MD in General Medicine from M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore. Driven by his passion for neurology, he pursued DM in Neurology from the prestigious G B Pant Hospital in New Delhi.Dr. Amit further honed his skills by completing a Clinical Fellowship in Stroke and Neurosonology at the National University Hospital in Singapore. He also obtained a Comprehensive Certification in Neurosonology from the American Society of Neuroimaging, USA, demonstrating his commitment to staying at the forefront of his field.Dr. Amit is a national proctor for transcranial Doppler- a cutting-edge technology which deals with real-time assessment of blood flow in the arteries of the brain. He has tremendous expertise in managing the whole spectrum of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases. He is currently the Hon, Secretary of Bangalore Stroke Support Group. He is the Founder Trustee of the Karnataka Stroke Foundation. He is a founding member and EC Member of the Society of Neurosonology, India. He has been recently elected to the National Executive Committee of the Indian Stroke Association. Dr. Amit brings a wealth of experience to Sakra and apart from his passion for Neurology Stroke, he is a regular runner and a marathoner.

Department : Neurosurgery

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Arjun has completed his MBBS from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli. Also, he has Completed his DNB, Neurosurgery from VHS Medical Centre, Chennai. He is one of the best neurosurgeon in Bangalore.Dr. Arjun has extensive experience and expertise in Neurosciences with a major focus on treating spine-related diseases and disorders. He has decades of experience in treating and managing complex spine disorders with high success rates.

Department : Cardiology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseIschemic Heart Disease. CAD, Angioplasty (PTCA)Primary PCIPeripheral Interventional PacemakersDevice ClosureFellowship MembershipFSCAI- Fellow of Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (USA)FICC – Fellow of Indian College of Cardiology (INDIA)Member of European Association of Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (MEAPCI). FESC (Fellow of European Society of Cardiology)

Department : Cardiology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseHeart Rhythm device therapy including Defibrillators and resynchronisation therapy and lead extractionSudden cardiac arrest - prevention and managementComplex arrhythmia management including atrial fibrillation and ventricular arrhythmiasArrhythmias in patients with congenital heart diseaseInflammatory cardiomyopathy (sarcoidosis) and amyloidosisSyncopeHeart failureFellowship MembershipHeart Rhythm SocietyAmerian College of CardiologyEuropean Heart Rhythm AssociationIndian Heart Rhythm Society

Department : Cardiothoracic surgery

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Madhusudana N, a distinguished Consultant in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, brings a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years to the field. His remarkable journey includes serving as a Consultant Cardiothoracic and transplant surgeon at BGS Global Gleneagles Hospital, Bengaluru, where he specialized in intricate Heart-lung transplant surgeries, mechanical circulatory devices, and LVAD devices.His extensive expertise extends to both adult and pediatric cardiac surgeries, as well as thoracic surgeries. Prior to his tenure at BGS Global Gleneagles Hospital, he served as a Consultant Cardiac surgeon at Nayati Medicity Hospital and held the esteemed position of Associate Professor at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research from 2011 to 2016.Area of expertiseHeart-Lung transplantation, Extra corporeal life support, LVAD’sAdult and Paediatric Cardiac SurgeryCoronary bypass surgery- off pump; multi arterialMinimally Invasive Cardiac surgeryValve repairs and replacementsThoracic Surgery VATSDecortication/ lobectomy/Pneumonectomy

Department : Nephrology

15 Years of Experience

Dr Aashish Parekh has completed his MBBS and M.D (General Medicine) from Banaras Hindu University. He has also done D.M(Nephrology) in the year 2008.| Dr Parekh has performed more than 100 kidney transplant performed including Deceased Donor and Live related transplants. Dr Parekh comes with an experience of over 15 years. He has been associated with Fortis for almost 10 years now. Prior joining Fortis Hospital, he was working as an Assistant Professor of Nephrology at Victoria Hospital. He has worked as a Junior Resident at Dept of Medicine, IMS at BHU for three years and Senior Resident at Dept of Nephrology, IMS, BHU for another three years. He then moved to Bangalore to work as an Honorary Consultant at Institute of Nephro-Urology.

Department : Pediatrics

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertiseAdolescent CounsellingParental CounsellingAdolescent Mental Healthcare and WellnessLife Skills EducationFellowship MembershipAdvanced Course in Adolescent Counselling at Child Development Centre, TrivandrumThe International Transactional Analysis Course TA 101 at BengaluruTraining Program on Dealing with Juveniles with Sexual Behavior Problems by the International Society for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect at ChennaiTraining Course in Solution-Focused Therapy by Mukta Mental Health Association, BengaluruTraining in Trauma-Informed Approach to Psychological Interventions by Mukta Foundation, BengaluruTraining Course in Essential Interventions and Skills for Working with Child Sexual Abuse, NIMHANS, BengaluruTraining Course in Working with Children with Disability, NIMHANS, BengaluruMembership of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, USA, International Association of Adolescent Health, Canada and International Pediatric Association.Life membership of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Adolescent Health Academy, Growth Development and Behavioral Pediatrics Chapter, Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention Academy, Child Abuse and Child Labor Neglect Group and Environment and Child Health Chapter

Department : Pediatrics, Neurology

15 Years of Experience

Field of ExpertisePaediatric Neurology in acute and ambulatory settingsEpilepsy- Evaluation and management of first seizure, epilepsy, Evaluation and Management of refractory epilepsy, Dietary therapies in epilepsy e.g. ketogenic diet /modified Atkins diet/Low Glycemic Index diet.Headache disorders diagnosis and management.Neurodevelopmental disorders- Cerebral Palsy (CP), developmental delays, ADHD, Autism spectrum, learning disability. Multidisciplinary evaluation and management in liaison with developmental specialists, psychologists, physiatrists, therapists, ophthalmologists, ENT specialists and orthopaedicians.Demyelinating/immune–mediated disorders- Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM), optic neuritis (ON), acute transverse myelitis (ATM), recurrent demyelination like multiphasic ADEM, NMOSD, MS; Autoimmune encephalitis, Opsoclonus-Myoclonus ataxia syndrome. Diagnosis using- MRI, electrophysiology, CSF analysis and antibodies. Immunotherapy -Acute and long-term care, rehabilitation, monitoring and patient education.Neurometabolic disorders- Vast experience in diagnosis and management. Preliminary metabolic screening and confirmatory testing. Supportive and Specific treatment in emergency and long-term with medicines and special diet; monitoring and health education.Neurogenetic disorders- clinical evaluation, diagnosis in liaison with genetics, neuroradiology and information sharing.Neuromuscular disorders- Clinical evaluation, diagnostic confirmation, medical treatment and physical rehabilitation, genetic counselling.Stroke- evaluation and managementNeonatal Neurology- Treatment of neonatal seizures, interpretation of neonatal EEG, assessment and follow-up of high-risk newborns.Neuroinfections-Appropriate diagnostic evaluation with CSF and neuroimaging as needed. Standard Treatment and follow-up.Paediatric electrophysiologyInvolves analysis and reporting ofElectroencephalography (EEG)-neonates, infants, and children up to 18 years of age. (Preparation with clean hair, and mild sleep deprivation helps. Younger children who would not be able to cooperate need a mild oral sedative).Video EEG-short term and long-term (to clarify the nature of events, classify epilepsy syndrome, in medically refractory epilepsy)EMG/nerve conduction studies- done in children with suspected neuromuscular disorder,Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP),Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA)Fellowship MembershipIndian Academy of Pediatrics, Neurology chapter (IAP-Neurology)Association of Child Neurology, India (AOCN)International Child Neurology Association (ICNA)Metabolic and Rare Disorders (MERD India)Bangalore Neurology Society (BNS)Indian Medical Association

Department : Neurology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Lokesh B, currently head of department of Neurology at Aster CMI Hospital Hebbal, Bengaluru, has trained in cerebrovascular Sonography from National University Hospital, Singapore and the University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA. He has also obtained training in peripheral nerve and muscle sonography from the Institute of Neurology, Italy and Netherlands. He obtained his medical training MBBS, MD in General medicine and DM Neurology from Kasturba medical college, Manipal, India. He joined as a faculty for four years at the same organisation. He later joined as Associate professor and was promoted as Professor of Neurology at Narayana medical college, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh.He cleared the comprehensive exam in applied physics, carotid duplex and transcranial Doppler conducted by the American Society of Neuroimaging in 2011. He is an invited speaker for workshops on Neurosonology both in India and Asia. He is the Secretary-General for Society of Neurosonology.Area of expertiseNeurologyNeurosonologyCerebrovascular SonographyPeripheral nerve and muscle sonographyAwards and recognitionsCleared the comprehensive exam in applied physics, carotid duplex and transcranial Doppler conducted by the American Society of Neuroimaging in 2011Invited speaker for workshops on Neurosonology both in India and Asia

Department : Neurology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Keni Ravish Rajiv is a Senior Consultant Neurologist and Epileptologist in the Department of Neurosciences at Aster Whitefield Hospital, Aster CMI Hospital, Aster RV Hospital, Bangalore and Aster MIMS, Calicut.Expertise in Epilepsy:He has experience of reporting more than 1500 video EEGs and more than 250 intra-operative electrocorticography. He is well-versed in treating both adult and pediatric complex epilepsy cases. After the completion of his Epilepsy Fellowship, he joined Narayana Medical College, Nellore as the in-charge epileptologist and was instrumental in setting up the Comprehensive Epilepsy Care Center (first of its kind in Andhra Pradesh). Subsequently after joining Aster, he has been successfully running Epilepsy surgery program in Department of Neurosciences at Aster Hospitals, Bangalore and Aster MIMS, Calicut. Under his guidance epilepsy surgery has been successfully carried out for more than 100 patients within a short span of 3 years. He has expertise in neuromodulation in Epilepsy, and to his credit several patients with refractory epilepsy have benefited from invasive modalities viz. Vagus nerve stimulation, Deep brain stimulation and non-invasive modalities viz. trans-auricular vagus nerve stimulation and repetitive trans-cranial magnetic stimulation.

Department : Pediatrics, Neurology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. C. P. Ravi Kumar is a highly qualified specialist in the field of Paediatric (child) neurology, currently working as the Consultant Paediatric Neurologist at the best neurology hospital in Bangalore - Aster CMI Hospital in Hebbal, Bengaluru, India. Having a few years of experience at UK in the field, Dr. C. P. Ravi Kumar is well-known as the Best Pediatric Neurologists in Bangalore, India for offering comprehensive care to patients.He has worked for some of the good private hospitals and has gained expertise in paediatric neurology. He did MBBS from Bangalore University in India. Later he attended MRCPCH in RCPCH, the UK in 2009 and obtained CCT in Paediatrics in 2013.Area of expertiseChildhood EpilepsyDevelopmental delayNew-born Neurological problemsChildhood HeadacheAutismADHDEpilepsy management including Ketogenic diet and Vagal nerve stimulation.

Department : Pediatrics

15 Years of Experience

Field of Expertise7 years of experience.Fellowship MembershipPaediatrics Emergency Medicine (STEP fellowship).

Department : gastroenterology

15 Years of Experience

Dr. Anupama NK is a Consultant in Medical Gastroenterolugy at Aster CMI Hospita, Bangalore. She has over 15 years of experience in Medical Gastroenterology. her area of expertise include GI Neurology Motility, Constipation, Luminal endoscopy, Functional bowel disease, Liver diseases, Food Allergy. She is also awarded by the publications in international and national journals and is a member in INASL, ISG, ESNM, ANMA.Area of expertiseGI Neurology MotilityConstipationLuminal endoscopyFunctional bowel diseaseLiver diseasesFood AllergyAwards and recognitionsMember in INASL, ISG, ESNM, ANMA.