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Dr Mayank Anand
Consultant – Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr Akanksha
Consultant – Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Thoracic Oncology, Breast Cancer, Gynecologic Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Vishal Kaura Aggarwal
Consultant - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
Experience: 27+ Years
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Nargesh Agrawal
Consultant
Paediatrics (Ped), Paediatric (Ped) Orthopaedics
Experience: 14+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Amulya
Consultant - Speech and language pathologist
Speech Therapy
Experience: 6+ Years
Gender: Female
Dr. Tariq Abdullah Mir
Consultant – Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Gender: Male
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Dr. Suresh Kumar Abrol
Consultant
Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Experience: 46+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Nidhi Dhariwal
Consultant - Paediatric Haemato-oncology & BMT
Cancer Care / Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Haematology, Paediatric Haematology
Experience: 10+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr. Suresh Advani
Consultant - Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Shalabh Agarwal
Consultant
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery, Department of General Surgery and Robotics
Experience: 12+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Niraj Agarwal
Consultant - Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Manish Aggarwal
Consultant – Pediatric Intensivist
Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery, Paediatric (Ped) Intensive Care
Experience: 24+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Amit Aggarwal
Consultant - Uro-Oncology and Robotic Surgery
Urology, Kidney Transplant, Robotic Surgery
Experience: 2+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Lalit Harswaroop Agrawal
Consultant – Plastic Surgery
Aesthetic And Reconstructive Surgery
Gender: Male
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Dr Sarfraj Ahmad
Consultant – Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiology
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr Hardik Ahuja
Consultant – Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Naveen Kumar Ailawadi
Associate Director & Unit Head - Respiratory Medicine, Allergy & Sleep Disorder
Pulmonology
Experience: 18+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Ashish Anand
Consultant – General & Minimal Access Surgery
General Surgery, Laparoscopic / Minimal Access Surgery
Gender: Male
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Dr. Tushar Kant Arora
Consultant – Neuro Surgery
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Neuro Oncology, Surgical Oncology
Experience: 18+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Yogesh Kumar Arya
Consultant - Paediatrics, Paediatrics Emergency and Critical care
Paediatrics (Ped), Paediatric (Ped) Intensive Care
Gender: Male
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Dr. Vishal Attri
Consultant - Vascular & Endovascular Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
Dr. Rumana Aziz
Consultant - General Physician
Internal Medicine
Experience: 19+ Years
Gender: Female
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Dr Amit Badola
Consultant – Medical Oncology
Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant
Experience: 6+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr Nipun Bansal
Consultant – Urology, Uro-onco, Robotics, Kidney Transplant
Urology, Kidney Transplant, Uro-Oncology
Experience: 5+ Years
Gender: Male
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Dr. Vivek Bansal
Consultant - Shoulder and Knee Sports Injury (Orthopaedics)
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
Gender: Male
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Dr Puneet Bansal
Consultant – Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery, Neurosciences
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: Hindi, English
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Dr. Mani Bansal
Consultant - Audiology, Speech Therapy, Cochlear Implant Rehabilitation
Audiology And Speech Therapy
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.