Our Verified Medical Experts — page 35

I am a surgical oncologist and yeah it’s a long road – DrNB in Surgical Oncology, MS in General Surgery, FALS in Robotic Surgery, FMAS, MNAMS, and FSSO training in the U.S. All that basically means I’ve spent a good chunk of my life learning how to operate safely on cancers across different organs, with a focus on precision, not just cutting. My work covers a lot—breast cancer including oncoplasty (that’s where we try to preserve shape and aesthetics while removing tumor), head and neck cancer surgeries (oral, throat, tongue – often challenging because they involve talking, breathing, eating…), thyroid lumps or thyroid cancer (a tricky zone between nerves and vessels), gynecological cancers like ovarian, cervical and endometrial ones, plus GI cancers—stomach, colon, rectum, esophagus, liver, pancreas, gallbladder. Add urological ones too—kidney, bladder, prostate, penile, and soft tissue sarcomas and even skin cancers. I also do laparoscopy and robotic cancer surgeries whenever indicated—it’s not about being fancy, but about doing the right thing for faster recovery and less pain. Chemoport insertions? Yeah, those too, to make chemo smoother. Every case is different. Honestly. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all cancer treatment. I like sitting down with patients and their families, going over scans, discussing options—not just rushing them into surgery. Cancer affects the whole person not just an organ and I try to hold space for that. Some days are heavy, really, and some go just right. If anything, I just try to keep learning, adapting. Because cancer doesn’t play by textbook rules, and neither do real patients.

I am currently working as a senior resident at MGM Medical College and Hospital—been here for around 6 months now. it’s not a long time, yeah, but honestly feels like much longer some days. The learning curve’s sharp, the cases are real, and nothing stays textbook for too long. Each shift pulls me into something new—post-op complications, late-night emergencies, tough calls in real time. You don't just *learn* surgery here, you *live* it. I mostly work in the general surgery unit but often get pulled into multidisciplinary rounds when things get tricky—tumor boards, trauma calls, endocrine surgeries... it's intense but kinda grounding too. My role's hands-on, from assisting major procedures to following up on patient care plans, dressing changes, drain removals, updating charts that never end... but yeah, that's part of the job. Sometimes it’s chaotic, especially when you're juggling 3 things and someone’s shouting for a monitor cable that doesn’t exist, but the good days do make up for it. You see a patient who couldn’t stand last week walk out of the ward smiling—that hits different. Not much “achievement” to list yet, maybe just small wins like earning trust from patients who didn’t wanna talk at first, or finally managing a clean central line without a mess on the 1st go (after messing it up twice last month). That’s where I’m at right now\... still figuring things out but grounded in the work. One step at a time, one stitch at a time.

I am currently managing General Medicine OPD, and yeah, most of my days kinda revolve around diabetes, hypertension, and infections—especially the types that just won’t settle easily, even when they *look* routine at first. I’ve come to realize you can’t just go by textbook patterns… like, one patient’s fever might just be viral, but the next one? Could be hiding a full-blown sepsis brewing under the radar. You really gotta *listen* and not rush that part. Diabetes and hypertension are honestly the two things I deal with almost everyday, and they seem simple at first glance—like sugar high? give meds. BP? lower it. But no, it’s more layered. Sometimes the sugars crash outta nowhere even when patients swear they followed diet, and the BP spikes without any stress. I always try to dig deeper—stress factors, family hx, sleep issues, even meds they didn’t mention ‘cause they forgot it wasn’t “important.” Infectious diseases are another area where I end up spending a lot of focus. Whether it's a case of typhoid that doesn't respond to first line antiboitics, or some weird dengue complication showing up late, the goal is always to treat not just numbers on a report but the actual person sitting there. Everyday in OPD is different, and maybe that’s why I enjoy it even when it gets repetitive. It’s this constant pattern of ruling out, connecting dots, sometimes re-thinking your first impression. Some days I get through 40+ patients, and other days, just a few—but those few end up needing everything from IV hydration to full referral. I wouldn’t say I’ve figured out *everything* yet. But I do take my time with each case (when I can), double-check histories, tweak treatment if something feels off. You gotta keep learning and adapting. Not just to newer protocols, but to how people actually live with their illness outside the hospital setup. That's where the real challenge is.

I am an orthopaedic surgeon with around 10 years in the field, and honestly, the more I work the more I realise how much there’s always to learn. My main focus areas are joint replacement, sports injuries, and general orthopaedics... but I’ve always found myself especially drawn toward helping active people get back on their feet (literally) after injuries—whether it’s a torn ACL or long-standing shoulder pain that just doesn’t quit. My early training came from some of the top medical institutes in India—yeah, the environment was intense but also kinda shaped my whole approach. I did my fellowships and later took on senior residency roles, which gave me the kind of academic and practical mix that, looking back, was really valuable. Those years really sharpened my skills with both high-volume trauma cases and more planned surgeries. For the past 6 years I’ve been working as a Consultant in a corporate hospital setup, where my practice mostly revolves around joint replacements and sports med cases. And when I say replacements, I mean everything from total hip and knee to complex revisions that don’t always follow the textbook. In sports medicine, I’ve managed both surgical and non-surgical treatment for ligament tears, meniscal injuries, rotator cuff issues etc. depending on what works best for each person. I’m not the kind of guy who rushes into surgery either—sometimes people expect that, but honestly I believe treatment planning has to be deeply patient-centered. Sometimes rehab and patience do more than a scalpel can. But when surgery is needed, I try to make sure the latest minimally-invasive techniques are used... precision matters, and I’ve seen how much recovery can change just by doing things in a slightly better way. Some days the work gets hectic. But then I remember someone who ran again after years, or went back to the gym without fear, and I kinda feel like okay yeah this all makes sense.

I am working right now as a professor in the department of periodontics and implantology, which honestly keeps me on my toes most days. Teaching's great—ya get to see students grow and sometimes challenge what you think you already knew. I mean, it’s not just theory or techniques, it’s real-time learning coz every batch brings diff kinda energy, questions, even doubts I hadn’t thought of in years. Keeps things fresh, even if a bit hectic at times. At the same time, I run my own clinical practice which I’ve been doing for the past 9 years now. That’s the other side of my day—hands-on work, real patients, no shortcuts. From basic gum treatments to complex implant cases, I’ve kinda grown into this rhythm where academics and clinical practice balance each other out. Like, some days are smoother than others, yeah, but overall it's satisfying to help ppl regain not just their teeth but also confidence in their smile. You know? I’ve seen all kinds of cases walk in, from early-stage gingivitis to full-blown periodontitis where we really had to think hard about how much could be saved vs replaced. And with implants—there’s no “one size fits all” kinda solution. Bone quality, patient habits, systemic issues... a lot goes into getting long-term success. Not to mention convincing anxious patients that needles aren’t the end of the world 😅 Not every case turns out perfect, and sometimes you learn more from the complications than from the straightforward ones. I do try to stay updated too—whether through small workshops, journal articles, or even just peer chats. But honestly, after 9 years of practice, I still feel like there’s always more to refine, more to improve. Dentistry’s like that—very precise but always evolving. And I guess that’s why I still look forward to both my classes *and* my clinic hours.

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I am Dr. Aditya Batra, working as a Consultant Pediatrician in Gurugram and my focus is really about giving complete care to kids—right from tiny infants to growing adolescents who come with very diff needs. Over the yrs I realised pediatrics is not just about medicines but about careful listening, guiding parents, and staying updated with evidence based practice. My training started with MBBS at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and later I did my MD in Pediatrics from JSS Medical College, Mysore. Those yrs of study and the early clinical postings shaped my understanding of child health in a way textbooks alone could not. I also had the chance to work with institutions like Government Medical College, Chandigarh and MAMC, and later as faculty at Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences where I got to be part of teaching, something that keeps me grounded in academics too. In my clinical work I cover the whole spectrum of pediatrics but I have particular intrest in pediatric allergy, asthma, vaccination services, travel medicine and infectious diseases like dengue or malaria which are common but still challenging in management. Some days are routine checkups, some are long discussions on immunisation plans, and then there are those complex cases where you need every bit of knowledge and patience. Research is also important for me. I worked on rare pediatric disorders like Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and Russell–Silver Syndrome. These cases dont come often but documenting them means future doctors and patients benefit. Publishing those findings in journals felt less about prestige and more about contributing to the wider pediatric community. One recognition that stays close to me was receiving a research grant on breastfeeding promotion. Preventive pediatrics is something i believe in strongly, and initiatives like that remind me that medicine isn’t always about curing, sometimes it’s about preventing illness before it starts. At the end, my goal stays same: offer safe, high quality care for children while also supporting families through the questions and worries they carry.

I am Dr Shreeya Rajput and honestly when i look back, pediatrics always felt like the place i was meant to be. I did my MBBS from SKIMS Soura, and then went on for MD in Pediatrics at GMC Jammu. Those years shaped how i think about children’s health, not just in terms of diagnosis or treatment but the small details of daily care that really make a difference. After that i worked 15 months as Senior Resident in Pediatrics at GMC Srinagar, and that gave me the kind of hands-on expereince that no textbook ever does. Long nights, emergency codes, neonatal units where minutes feel like hours, and OPD days packed with worried parents and restless kids—it’s intense but it teaches you balance. I deal with all kinds of pediatric problems, from managing acute infections, fevers, asthma, and diarrheal illness to long-term care in chronic conditions and growth concerns. Neonatal care is an area I got especially trained in during residency, handling premature babies, low birth weight infants and complicated post-delivery cases. I also manage OPD patients of all type, whether it’s routine vaccination, developmental checks or children coming in with recurring health complaints. Some days are routine, other days bring something rare or unexpected and those moments constantly push me to stay sharp and keep learning. What i carry from this journey is not just clinical knowledge but a deeper sense that pediatrics needs patience, empathy and clarity. Parents want someone who can explain things without jargon, and kids need someone who can make them feel safe even when they’re sick or scared. I try to keep my practice rooted in evidence-based medicine but also in kindness, because one without the other feels incomplete. I continue to keep up with updates in pediatric care, because in medicine nothing stays still for too long. And maybe that’s why this field keeps me motivated—there’s always more to learn, always another young life to protect, and always a reason to keep going.

I am currently pursuing my MS in Ophthalmology at East Point hospital, and honestly this phase feels like both a challenge and a privilege. Before joining here I worked for a year in a hospital at Chintamani, where I got real exposure to handling day to day patient flow, emergencies and assisting in procedures. That time helped me realise how important clear communication is with patients, especially when they come scared with vision problems and need reassurance as much as treatment. In my training now, I spend long hours learning surgical techniques, understanding diagnostic tools like slit lamp, fundoscopy, OCT scans, and also keeping up with theory because ophthalmology is one of those fields where tech and knowledge keeps changing fast. Sometimes it gets overwhelming, like juggling clinics, wards and study together, but the hands on learning in cataract, glaucoma and retina cases makes it worth. I also try to give attention to basic but vital areas like refraction errors, diabetic eye disease, and pediatric vision problems, since those are common issues in practice and affect quality of life hugely. What keeps me motivated is knowing that restoring or even protecting sight can completely change a person’s life. Small things like helping a child see better in class or guiding an elderly patient through cataract surgery, they matter more than words. My aim is to grow into a confident ophthalmologist who can balance medical knowledge, surgical skill and human empathy. I know the path is long and maybe a bit rough, but each step, whether in outpatient clinic or operation theatre, feels like moving closer to that goal.