Our Verified Medical Experts — page 38

I am an otolaryngologist who sort of grew into the role step by step… not all at once. My training started with MBBS internship at Bharati Vidyapeeth, Sangli, then MS (ENT) at JNMC Belagavi from 2019–2022. After that came 2 years of Senior Residency at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, which taught me more than just techniques—it was about handling emergencies, airway issues, infections, complex surgeries where you dont really get a second chance. Right now I am an Assistant Professor in ENT, while also pursuing a fellowship in Head & Neck Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. It feels like I am constantly in-between teaching, learning, and treating, sometimes all at once. My areas of practice cover general otolaryngology—ear, nose, throat disorders that affect daily life—as well as more advanced head and neck oncology surgery. Tumors in this region can be tricky, involving voice, breathing, swallowing, appearance... it is never “just a surgery,” it changes how someone lives. That makes the responsibility heavier, but also meaningful. Research is part of my work too. I published on things ranging from dual nasal pathologies to rare foreign bodies in the aerodigestive tract, Covid-19 related mucormycosis, endoscopic lacrimal sac surgeries, even bacterial flora after tracheostomy. Some of these studies were small, pilot level, but they keep me grounded in evidence. Writing papers is messy (honestly the MQOL-36 questionnaire study nearly drove me mad with data collection), but it helps sharpen the way I approach patients. I care a lot about preventive ENT care too—screening, counseling, lifestyle modification in smokers or patients with metabolic disorders who come with ENT complaints. Sometimes small interventions change outcomes more than major operations. Looking back the path seems structured—MBBS, MS, SR, fellowship—but the truth is each step felt like stumbling into the next. And maybe that’s why I try to keep my clinical practice open, honest, not pretending I have all the answers all the time. Patients sense when you are real with them, and that makes treatment smoother, even when the road is rough.!!

I am a doctor who worked as a Resident in Pulmonary Medicine at a corporate hospital in Assam, and those years gave me more exposure than I thought at the start. Pulmonary cases never come simple—some days it’s COPD patients struggling with breathlessness, other days sudden asthma attacks in the middle of the night, or managing tuberculosis which still remains such a huge burden in our part of the country. In between there are critical care situations, ventilator management, bronchoscopy procedures, long ward rounds that test both patience and stamina. What I realised is that respiratory medicine isn’t only about diagnosis and prescription, it’s about continuity. A patient with interstitial lung disease or post-Covid fibrosis doesn’t just need one visit, they need follow-up, rehabilitation, reassurance, sometimes lifestyle advice they find boring but makes all the difference. I handled routine OPD consultations as well as inpatient care, and somewhere in the middle of all the protocols and reports I learned to listen better. Because often patients tell you what the problem is, only not in medical words. I was also actively involved in managing infectious pulmonary conditions—bacterial pneumonia, viral pneumonitis, TB cases that needed long term monitoring. In a corporate hospital setting you also learn coordination, with intensivists, radiologists, oncologists in case of lung cancer patients. It is a lot of team work and not always smooth, but that’s how medicine is practiced in reality. Everyday in pulmonary medicine brings a mix: breathlessness that needs immediate intervention, a cough that hides something serious, or chronic smokers who finally agree to cessation counseling. Not all cases end as we want, some failures still weigh heavy, but they also remind me why diligence matter. Working in Assam gave me both urban and semi-rural case exposure, which shaped how I see respiratory health. It is not a perfect journey—I made mistakes, missed cues, corrected myself—but that’s exactly how experience in medicine grows.!!

I am Dr. Yuvraj Rathore, a medical professional with a bit more than 4 years of clinical experiance. Sometimes it feels like much longer honestly — the kind of learning that only comes from working long nights, emergencies, and quiet OPD mornings where you actually talk to patients, not just treat them. I spent 3 years as a Junior Resident in the Department of Surgery at Government Medical College, Dungarpur. Those were intense days — assisting in surgeries, managing pre and post-op cases, handling inpatient care, and running through emergency cases where every decision mattered (and had to be fast). I learned not just the techniques but how to stay calm when things got messy. Surgical OPD became like a second home — dressing wounds, following up post-surgery patients, and sometimes just listening to someone who was scared about a diagnosis. After that, I worked for a year as a Medical Officer at a Community Health Centre (CHC). It was a very diffirent pace — more about continuity of care than crisis response. I provided primary healthcare, managed acute & chronic illnesses, and worked on preventive and promotive health services for rural families. You don’t realize how much small interventions matter till you see a diabetic patient come back stable after months. Medicine for me isn’t only about procedures or prescriptions — it’s about attention, patience, and being honest with the person in front of you. I like to balance clinical precision with empathy, and maybe that’s why I never really rush consultations, even when the line outside is long. Right now I’m focused on deepening my surgical knowledge while keeping my general practice roots strong. Every patient still teaches me something new — some days it’s about pathology, other days it’s about humanity. Maybe that’s why I still feel curious every single day I walk into the ward or clinic.

I am a Dietitian & Nutritionist who really believes that food should fit your life, not the other way around. I work with people dealing with weight issues, diabetes, thyroid problems, PCOS, high blood pressure, digestion troubles and those just trying to feel more balanced overall. Every person’s body and day is diffrent, and I like to create plans that actually make sense for your routine — not something you can’t keep up with for more than a week. Sometimes I think we all get too caught up in calories and numbers, but honestly, food is about healing, energy, and that quiet kind of balance that keeps you moving. I spend a lot of time helping patients understand how small food choices—like the way you combine meals or when you eat—can totally shift how your body responds. Nothing extreme, just practical stuff that really works long term. I don’t use complicated diets or fancy tricks. My focus is on sustainable habits: real meals, local foods, easy prep. Because when something feels too hard, it doesn’t last anyway. And honestly, what’s the point of a “perfect” diet if you’re stressed or hungry all the time? Over the years I’ve seen how tiny, thoughtful changes can lead to better energy levels, improved sugar control, smoother digestion, even calmer moods (yes, food really affects that too). Every plan I make is personal—it adapts as your body and goals change. Sometimes it takes time, sometimes you hit a bump, but that’s part of the process, right. I try to make sure my patients leave with clarity and not confusion. I want them to understand what they’re doing, not just follow a chart. That’s kind of the whole idea: eat smarter, not less, and let food become something that supports you every single day. Maybe it sounds simple, but that’s really the point.