Dr. Abhishek Patil
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DNB - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
Dr. Abhishek is a well-trained and qualified rheumatologist. He did his MBBS from the prestigious KIMS, Hubli in the year 2010. He later moved to Delhi to pursue his higher education. During his postgraduate training in Medicine, he got a first hand experience of treating the rheumatological diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Understanding the unmet needs of rheumatology in India, he developed a special interest in towards the subject. He did his DNB Rheumatology training at Indraprastha Apollo hospitals, Delhi. He was also keen on the application of musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK-USG) in the management of rheumatic diseases. Dr. Abhishek was trained in MSK-USG under stalwarts of the field; Dr. Antonio Bouffard and Dr. Fernando Jimenez. Post his DNB Rheumatology, he worked in the widely reputed CMC (Christian Medical college), Vellore. Apart from the various outpatient and inpatient services, he was also involved in training of rheumatology fellows. Furthermore, he has a number of publications in national and international journals.
98, Kodihalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. Chethana Dharmapalaiah
MBBS, MRCP (UK), CCT - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
Dr. Chethana D completed her undergraduate training from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore. She then went to the United Kingdom to pursue higher training, completed MRCP Internal Medicine from the Royal College of Physicians. As Rheumatology always fascinated her, she decided to further her career in the field. She has experience in laboratory based research, having worked as a Clinical Research Fellow in Rheumatology at University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, UK. She was involved in a research project on Minocycline induced Lupus. She then joined the prestigious Cambridge Deanery for Superspecialty training in Rheumatology. She completed the Specialty Certificate Exam in Rheumatology and obtained Certificate of completion of training (CCT) in Rheumatology in 2013. She has 9years of experience in the field of Rheumatology. On returning to India, she worked as a Consultant Rheumatologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore from Aug 2013 to Dec 2016. She joined our elite Aster group in January 2017. She is well trained in managing all rheumatological conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic, reactive, crystal arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis like wegeners granulomatosis, microscopic polyangiitis, takayasu’s arteritis, SLE, systemic sclerosis, myositis, sarcoidosis and chronic pain. She has a special interest in Vasculitis, having worked with experts in the filed in UK. She practices evidence based medicine. She performs intra articular (joint) injections, soft tissue injections and is trained in performing muscle and salivary gland biopsies. She is trained in musculoskeletal ultrasound. She also facilitates Biologic injections and infusions in our day care.
No. 43/2, New Airport Road, NH.7, Hebbal, Sahakara Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. Vijay Rao K R
MBBS, MRCP (UK), CCT - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
Dr Vijay KR Rao is Consultant Rheumatologist at Divisha Arthritis and Medical Center and Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore, India. Dr Rao studied medicine at Bangalore Medical College. He then underwent specialist training Internal Medicine in West Midlands, UK and obtained his MRCP (UK), General Medicine qualification. He further underwent super specialist training in Rheumatology in some of the reputed centers in the UK and obtained MRCP (UK) Rheumatology qualification. He also did a fellowship in SLE and Rheumatic diseases in pregnancy at the prestigious Lupus UK Center of Excellence, Birmingham under the mentorship of Professor Caroline Gordon. He was awarded the prestigious FRCP degree from the Royal College of Physicians in Edinburgh Scotland UK in 2016. He has worked as a consultant rheumatologist in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, UK before taking up his current position at Manipal Hospitals. Dr Vijay KR Rao’s research interests include lupus, connective tissue disease and the management of rheumatic diseases in pregnancy and he has authored numerous articles and textbook chapters on these topics. He has been an invited speaker at several national and international rheumatology meetings and is a sub-investigator for several trials of therapies for lupus and inflammatory arthritis. He is Assistant Editor for the Indian Journal of Rheumatology and is a member of the Indian Rheumatology Association, and the British Society of Rheumatology. He is also an examiner for MRCP exams held in India.
No- 500/A, 1st G Cross, 8th Main Road,4th Block, 3rd Stage, pin-560079, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. V A Deepika Ponnur
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
Dr Deepika ponnur is a consultant at Optima Arthritis & Rheumatology Clinic. She has completed her MBBS and MD in internal Medicine from NRI Medical College, Chinakakani, Guntur. Further she went on to complete her DM in Rheumatology from Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad. She was a Part -TimeConsultant Rheumatologist at Century Super speciality Hospital,Hyderabad.She was a Consultant Rheumatologist at Cigent Super speciality Clinic. She was a consultant at ESI Super speciality Hospital, Hyderabad.
No 9(187) 1st Main Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. Vikramraj K Jain
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, DM - Clinical Immunology
Rheumatology
Dr. Vikramraj K Jain is a Clinical Immunologist & Rheumatologist. He did his MBBS from the prestigious Bangalore Medical College, following which he completed his MD in General Medicine from SMS Medical College, Jaipur. It is here he was exposed to rheumatology working in a rheumatology unit for 3 years. He further pursued his DM in Clinical Immunology from JIPMER, Pondicherry which is an institute of national importance. He later worked as Assistant Professor in Clinical Immunology at the same institute. He has numerous publications to his credit in national & international journals. He has also made several oral and poster presentations in both regional, national and international conferences. His special interest lies in inflammatory arthritis, SLE, myositis, scleroderma, and musculoskeletal ultrasound. His endeavor is an early and accurate diagnosis of autoimmune rheumatic diseases and their prompt management.
Miller's Road., Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. Ramesh Jois
MBBS, MD - General Medicine, MRCP (UK), CCT - Rheumatology
Rheumatology
A renowned Rheumatologist in India, Dr. Ramesh Jois is an expert in the management of various rheumatologic conditions including Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, SLE (Lupus), Vasculitis, Gout, Osteoarthritis and Osteoporosis. He has vast experience in administering various intra-articular injections and the use of biologic drugs for rheumatologic diseases. Actively involved in spreading awareness about rheumatologic diseases amongst doctors in India, Dr. Jois has also presented abstracts at various national and international meetings. He has published articles in several peer-reviewed international journals and is also a reviewer for various Rheumatology journals.
31/32, Crescent Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Dr. Yuvraj Arora Monga
MBBS, MD - Pharmacology, Fellowship in Diabetes (UK)
Family Medicine
Dr. Yuvraj Monga M.B.B.S, MD is a general physician who practices integrated medicine combining allopath system with ayurveda. His therapy areas include management of diabetes, hypothyroidism, counselling for relationship issues and sexual problems for both men and women. Many individuals and couples have benefited from his counseling /treatments. His motto is to share and spread the best of information about ancient old heritage healing system of Indian culture- "Ayurveda" and how to integrate with modern healthcare systems do that most of the patients can benefit from the same. His specialization in clinical pharmacology gives him the ability to understand the properties of ayurvedic medicines as well as allopathy system none other than an expert. This gives him an advantage /edge over many routine physicians. A jovial person, Dr. Yuvraj likes to spend time reading books and listening to music, traveling and keeps himself updated on socio-economic subjects.
#20, National Park, Lajpat Nagar-4, New Delhi, Delhi, Delhi, India
Dr. Sudhir Seth
MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics, DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, M.Ch - Orthopaedics
Orthopedic Surgeons
Dr. Sudhir Seth Is A Renowned Senior Orthopedic Surgeon, And A Traumatologist, Practicing In Delhi, And The National Capital Region (NCR). He Has A Splendid Experience Of 34 Years, And Has Been Practicing And Operating In The Best Hospitals Of Delhi And NCR; Like Max, Orthonova, Moolchand, Fortis And Rockland Hospital Etc. Dr. Seth Is An Orthopedic Specialist With Experience Of 34 Years In Treating Arthritis, Backache, Cervical & Lumbar Problems, Govt, Rheumatoid Arthritis, And All Types Of Arthritis Both Non-Surgically And Surgically. He Is Also A Specialist In Fracture Management- Both Non-Operative And By Complex Surgeries. He Also Manages Arthritis By Medicines, Non-operative Care Like Injections, And With Physiotherapy, Etc.
D-595, Delhi, Delhi, India
Dr. Sakshi Mittal
MD - General Medicine, DM - Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology, MBBS
Rheumatology
Dr Sakshi Mittal (MBBS, MD, DM) is an expert in the management of joint and autoimmune disorders. She is experienced in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, SLE or lupus, scleroderma, vasculitis, fibromyalgia and other disorders of the immune system. She devotes ample time to each of her patients and explains in a clear and simple manner about the disease and its management. She did her MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, where she received Gold medal in Medicine. She did her MD Internal Medicine at PGIMER Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, Delhi. She did additional 2 years senior residency in Medicine at PGIMER Dr RML Hospital, where she also managed Rheumatology cases. She did her super-specialisation (DM Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology) at PGIMER, Chandigarh where she managed OPD, IPD and emergency cases. She has various publications in prestigious medical journals. She strives to improve the quality of life of her patients and make them fit and pain free.
A- 5B/112 A, Delhi, Delhi, India
Dr. Gaurav Seth
DM - Clinical Immunology, MD - General Medicine, MBBS
Rheumatology
Expertise in treatment and management of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, scleroderma, sjogren syndrome, vasculitis, gout, pseudogout, osteoporosis, metabolic bone disease, osteoarthritis, raynauds, arthritis, joint pains, backache, intrarticular injections, biologicals
Flat No.286,G/F,Block C4E,, Delhi, Delhi, India