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Dr. Mayank Chawla
Senior Consultant - Neurology
Neurosciences, Neurology
Experience: 39+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr RM Chhabra
Senior Consultant – Diabetology, Metabolic Diseases & Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Sanjeev Chopra
Senior Consultant
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Experience: 37+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Tilak Raj Dangwal
Senior Consultant
Paediatric (Ped) Pulmonology
Experience: 30+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Rajeev Das
Sr. Consultant - Anaesthesiology & Critical Care
Anaesthesia, Critical Care
Experience: 21+ Years
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr Gursimran Dhaliwal
Senior Consultant – IVF & Laparoscopic Gynaecology
Infertility & IVF, Gynaecologic Laparoscopy
Gender: Female
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Dr. Kamakshi Dhamija
Senior Consultant - Multiple Sclerosis and Neuro Immunology
Neurosciences, Neurology
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Arvinder Dhayal
Senior Consultant - Neuro & spine surgery
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery
Gender: Male
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Dr. Pratibha Dhiman
Senior Consultant - BMT & Haemato Oncology
Bone Marrow Transplant, Hematology Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Haematology
Gender: Female
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Dr. Asheesh Dhingra
Senior Consultant
Aesthetic And Reconstructive Surgery
Experience: 20+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Nikhil Dongre
Senior Consultant- Neurosciences, Neurology
Neurosciences, Neurology
Experience: 12+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Divya Doval
Senior Consultant
Bone Marrow Transplant, Hematology Oncology
Experience: 12+ Years
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Dr. Saransh Gupta
Senior Consultant - Orthopaedic Surgery
Spine Surgery
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Anubhav Bhushan Dua
Senior Consultant
Mental Health And Behavioural Sciences, Psychiatry
Experience: 15+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Abhinab Dutta
Senior Consultant – Dental (Endodontist)
Dental Care, Endodontist & Cosmetic Dentist
Gender: Male
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Dr. Neetu Gagneja
Senior Consultant
Eye Care / Ophthalmology
Experience: 12+ Years
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr Monique Garg
Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Ritu Garg
Senior Consultant - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Experience: 16+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Pankaj Gaur
Senior Consultant – Renal Transplant & Urology
Paediatric (Ped) Urology, Urology, Kidney Transplant
Experience: 8+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Rajiv Ghai
Senior Consultant - Ophthalmology
Eye Care / Ophthalmology
Experience: 36+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Neeraj Godara
Senior Consultant - Hand, Wrist & Reconstructive Microsurgeon
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Hand & Limb Reconstruction
Experience: 13+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Ritesh Goel
Senior Consultant – Department of Urology, Kidney Transplantation, Robotics & Uro-Oncology
Urology, Kidney Transplant, Robotic Surgery, Uro-Oncology
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Amit Goel
Senior Consultant
Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology-Pacemaker
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr Vasudha Goel
Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Gender: Female
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Dr. Saurabh Goswami
Senior Consultant – Minimal Access, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery
Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery, Robotic Surgery
Gender: Female
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Dr. Arvind Kumar Goyal
Senior Consultant - CTVS
Cardiac Sciences, Cardiac Surgery (CTVS)
Gender: Male
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Dr. Ankit Goyal
Senior Consultant- Radiation Oncology
Radiation Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology
Gender: Male
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Dr. Poonam Goyal
Senior Consultant
Infertility & IVF, Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Experience: 26+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr Shina Goyal
Senior Consultant - Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology
Gender: Female
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Dr. Vipin Kumar Grover
Senior Consultant
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Experience: 41+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Amandeep Gujral
Senior Consultant
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement, Neurosciences, Spine Surgery
Gender: Male
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Dr. Anshu Gupta
Senior Consultant Surgeon Cataract - MICS Phaco, LASIK and Anterior Segment
Eye Care / Ophthalmology
Experience: 21+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Soni Gupta
Senior Consultant - Dermatologist, Aesthetic Physician & Hair Transplant
Dermatology, Hair Transplant
Experience: 15+ Years
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: Hindi
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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.