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Dr. Smriti Neha (PT)
Pan Max Specialty Head - Oncology Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Medicine
Gender: Female
Dr. Amrish Sahney
Associate Director
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Experience: 16+ Years
Gender: Male
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Ritika Samaddar
Regional Head - South Zone
Dietetics, Nutrition And Dietetics
Experience: 30+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Vinay Sharma
Unit Head
Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Medicine
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
Dr. Akhilesh Shrivastava
HOD (PHP & Wellness), Senior Consultant (Non Invasive Cardiology)
Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology
Experience: 46+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Harshwardhan
Principal Consultant
Paediatrics (Ped), Paediatric (Ped) Surgery
Experience: 38+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Sanjay Agarwal
Principal Consultant - LTP Anaesthesia & Critical Care & HOD- LTP ICU
Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Astha Agrawal
Principal Consultant - Pediatrics
Neonatology, Paediatrics (Ped), Paediatric (Ped) Intensive Care, Child Development Clinic
Experience: 27+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr Vijay Anand
Principal Consultant – General Surgery
General Surgery
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Sameer Anand
Principal Consultant - Max Institute of Musculoskeletal Sciences and Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy & Sports Injury, Spine Surgery
Experience: 26+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Preeti Anand
Principal Consultant
Paediatrics (Ped), Paediatric (Ped) Intensive Care
Experience: 15+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr Sanjeev Arora
Principal Consultant - Surgical and Gynaecologic Oncology
Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology
Experience: 28+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. S. K Arora
Principal Consultant - Paediatrics
Paediatrics (Ped)
Experience: 41+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Sandeep Arora
Principal Consultant - ENT (Ear Nose Throat)
ENT(Ear Nose Throat)
Experience: 11+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Ramanuj Bansal
Principal Consultant – ENT
ENT(Ear Nose Throat)
Experience: 39+ Years
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Sakshi Sahil Bansal
Principal Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Experience: 13+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. S Basu
Principal Consultant
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Experience: 45+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Karan Baveja
Principal Consultant
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy & Sports Injury
Experience: 13+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Rajesh Bawari
Prinicipal Consultant - Orthopaedics and Head - Complex Trauma & Orthopaedics units
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy & Sports Injury
Experience: 29+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Shantanu Belwal
Principal Consultant - Department of Pulmonology
Pulmonology, Critical Care
Experience: 17+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Neha Berry
Principal Consultant
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Experience: 8+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Abhijeet Marutirao Bhatkulkar
Principal Consultant
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Experience: 8+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Harshit Chaksota
Principal Consultant & Head - Liver Transplant Anaesthesia
Anaesthesia, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences
Gender: Male
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Dr. Rohit Chandra
Principal Consultant
Aesthetic And Reconstructive Surgery
Experience: 27+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Alisha Chaubal
Principal Consultant - Hepatology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy, Liver Transplant and Biliary Sciences
Gender: Female
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Dr. Anup Chaudhari
Principal Consultant
Nephrology, Paediatric (Ped) Nephrology, Kidney Transplant
Gender: Male
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Dr. Shashank Chaudhary
Principal Consultant – Surgical Oncology/ Cancer Care / Robotic Surgery
Surgical Oncology, Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Musculoskeletal Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Uro-Oncology, Breast Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology, Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Oncology, Robotic Surgery
Experience: 14+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Himanshu Dadlani
Principal Consultant - Periodontist
Dental Care, General Dentistry , Implantologist , Periodontology, Endodontist & Cosmetic Dentist
Experience: 20+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Ketan Dang
Principal Consultant – Medical Oncology & Haemato-Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Hematology Oncology
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Anupal Deka
Principal Consultant - ENT
ENT(Ear Nose Throat), Head & Neck Oncology, Audiology
Experience: 16+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Bodhraj Dhawan
Principal Consultant - Ophthalmologist, Vitreoretina Surgeon, ROP & Uvea Specialist
Eye Care / Ophthalmology
Experience: 21+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Kamal Dureja
Principal Consultant & Head - Foot & Ankle
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
Experience: 39+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Aditya Dutta
Principal Consultant – Endocrinology & Diabetes
Endocrinology & Diabetes
Experience: 6+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Pallavi Garg
Principal Consultant - Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Experience: 12+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Amit Kumar Garg
PrincipalConsultant - Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Rajeev Garg
Principal Consultant
Neurosurgery, Neurosciences, Spine Surgery
Experience: 14+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Deepak Garg
Principal Consultant - Urology
Urology, Kidney Transplant, Uro-Oncology, Robotic Surgery
Experience: 15+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Nitin Garg
Principal Consultant, Neurology
Neurosciences, Neurology
Experience: 14+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Priyanka Chauhan Garg
Principal Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Experience: 17+ Years
Gender: Female
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Frequently Asked Questions
A gastrostomy is a surgical procedure where a feeding tube is inserted directly into the stomach through the abdominal wall. It's used to provide nutrition to individuals who cannot eat or swallow properly.
Gastrostomy tubes are needed by individuals who have difficulty swallowing due to conditions such as neurological disorders, head and neck cancers, or severe gastrointestinal disorders.
A gastrostomy tube can be inserted using different techniques, including percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) or open surgical procedures.
The primary purpose of a gastrostomy tube is to provide a way to deliver liquid nutrition, medications, and fluids directly into the stomach when oral intake is not possible.
Yes, some gastrostomy tubes are placed temporarily to support patients during recovery from surgery or when they have a short-term inability to eat normally.
Yes, there are various types of gastrostomy tubes, including low-profile buttons, balloon-type tubes, and long tubes for more complex cases.
Gastrostomy tubes are often secured using external devices, such as skin adhesive, suture or a bolster, to prevent displacement.
Risks include infection, tube dislodgement, leakage around the tube site, bleeding, and complications related to anaesthesia.
Yes, gastrostomy tubes can become blocked due to factors like thick formula or inadequate flushing. Regular maintenance is important.
Nutritional formula or liquid food is administered through the tube using a syringe, gravity, or a pump, depending on the patient's needs.
Yes, gastrostomy tubes can administer medications when patients cannot swallow pills or liquids.
Proper cleaning and care of the gastrostomy site are crucial to prevent infection. Keeping the area dry and clean is essential.
In some cases, individuals may be able to eat small amounts orally, even with a gastrostomy tube, to maintain some oral intake.
Yes, damaged or worn-out gastrostomy tubes can be replaced during a medical procedure.
Low-profile gastrostomy tubes are designed to lie flat against the skin and can be hidden under clothing more easily than larger tubes.
Long-term use can lead to skin irritation, granulation tissue formation, and the potential need for additional interventions.
A gastrostomy tube can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals who would otherwise struggle with eating and nutrition.
Yes, gastrostomy tubes can often be removed once the patient's condition improves and they can resume oral intake.
In some cases, gastrostomy tubes can increase the risk of gastroesophageal reflux, which might contribute to respiratory issues.
Gastrostomy involves accessing the stomach, while jejunostomy involves accessing the small intestine (jejunum) for feeding.
No, alternatives include nasogastric tubes, which are passed through the nose into the stomach, and jejunostomy tubes for direct small intestine feeding.
Yes, children with feeding difficulties due to congenital conditions or medical issues might receive gastrostomy tubes.