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Dr Apurva Tomar

Associate Consultant – Paediatric Neurology


Paediatric (Ped) Neurology

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Neonatology

Experience: 9+ Years

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Associate Consultant – Endocrinology


Endocrinology & Diabetes

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Associate Consultant


Nephrology

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Associate consultant – Endocrinology


Endocrinology & Diabetes

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Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Krishna Veni

Associate Consultant – Hemato Oncology


Cancer Care / Oncology, Hematology Oncology

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Dr. Ankit Vishwani

Associate Consultant - Head & Neck Surgical Oncology


Surgical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Head & Neck Oncology

Experience: 14+ Years

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Dr Shefali Yadav

Associate Consultant – Paediatric Cardiology


Paediatric (Ped) Cardiology

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Dr Arpana Sharma Rijal

Visiting Consultant


Dermatology

Experience: 23+ Years

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Attending Consultant - ENT


ENT(Ear Nose Throat)

Experience: 5+ Years

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Attending Consultant – ENT (Ear Nose Throat)


ENT(Ear Nose Throat)

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Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Aanchal Aggarwal

Visiting Consultant - Dept. of Dental Sciences


Dental Care

Experience: 14+ Years

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Dr. Nawaid Ahmed

Visiting Consultant – Sport Injury & Orthopedic Surgery


Arthroscopy & Sports Injury

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Attending Consultant


ENT(Ear Nose Throat)

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Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Bhoomika Ahuja

Visiting Consultant - Dept. of Dental Sciences


Dental Care

Experience: 16+ Years

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Dr. Pranav Akhade

Visiting Consultant


Obstetrics And Gynaecology, Gynaecologic Laparoscopy

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Mental Health And Behavioural Sciences, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry

Gender: Female

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Dr. Rahul Prakash Bagal

Visiting Consultant – Psychiatry and Counsellor​


Psychiatry

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Dr. (Maj) Varun Bajaj

Visiting Consultant - Interventional Pain Medicine


Pain Management

Experience: 18+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr Ayachi Bajpai

Attending Consultant – Internal Medicine


Internal Medicine

Experience: 8+ Years

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

Dr. Indu Ballani

Visiting Consultant


Dermatology

Experience: 20+ Years

Gender: Female

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Dr. Mukesh Bang

Visiting consultant - Medical Oncology & Hemato Oncology


Medical Oncology, Cancer Care / Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Hematology Oncology

Experience: 18+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Sonal Bangwal

Visiting Consultant


Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Experience: 10+ Years

Gender: Female

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Dr. Anuva Bansal

Visiting Consultant


Dermatology, Allergy

Experience: 2+ Years

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Visiting Consultant


Dermatology, Allergy

Experience: 2+ Years

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Dr. Shradha Bhartiya (Agrawal)

Visiting Consultant - Dental Surgery


Dental Care, Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology

Experience: 20+ Years

Gender: Female

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Dr. Shameek Bhattacharjee

Visiting Consultant


Anaesthesia

Gender: Male

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Visiting Consultant – Obsterician & Gynaecology


Obstetrics And Gynaecology

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Dr. Mayank Bibra

Visiting Consultant – Psychiatry


Psychiatry

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Charvi Chanana

Attending Consultant - Dermatology


Dermatology

Gender: Female

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

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Dr. Anamika Chaudhary

Attending Consultant - Internal Medicine


Internal Medicine

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Dr. Shilpa Chaudhary

Visiting Consultant


General Surgery

Gender: Female

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Dr. Manisha Chauhan

Attending Consultant


Dermatology

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Visiting Consultant - paediatric cardiologist


Paediatric (Ped) Cardiology

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Dr Richa Chopra

Visiting Consultant – Dermatology


Dermatology

Experience: 10+ Years

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Dr. Divya Chowdhry

Visiting Consultant


Dermatology

Experience: 15+ Years

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Dr. S.K. Das

Visiting Consultant


Internal Medicine

Experience: 48+ Years

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Visiting Consultant


Dermatology

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Dr. Abhijeet Desai

Visiting Consultant - Oculoplastic Surgeon


Eye Care / Ophthalmology

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: Hindi, English

Dr. Devanshi

Visiting Consultant - Psychiatry


Psychiatry

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Dr. Siddharth Shirish Dhande

Visiting Consultant


Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy

Gender: Male

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Dr. Ravi P Dhawale

Visiting Consultant – Psychiatry and Counsellor​


Psychiatry

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Dr Nikita Dhawan

Visiting Consultant – ENT


ENT

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Dr Sharmila Ganguly

Visiting Consultant – Clinical Psychology


Mental Health And Behavioural Sciences, Clinical Psychology

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Visiting Consultant


Mental Health And Behavioural Sciences, Psychiatry

Experience: 13+ Years

Gender: Male

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Dr. Shipra Bahuguna Gaur

Visiting Consultant


Infertility & IVF, Obstetrics And Gynaecology, Robotic Surgery, Gynaecologic Laparoscopy

Experience: 38+ Years

Gender: Female

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Dr. Alkesh Godhane

Visiting Consultant-Pediatric dentistry


Dental Care, Periodontology

Gender: Male

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Dr Dixit Goyal

Consultant – Cardiology


Cardiology

Gender: Male

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Attending Consultant – Paediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology


Paediatric (Ped) Gastroenterology

Gender: Male

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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.

Gastrostomy tubes can migrate if not secured properly, potentially leading to complications

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.

Reviewed by Dr. Sanjeev K Shrivastava, Senior Consultant - Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Endoscopy,Gastro Intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology, Patparganj on 27-Sep-2023.