
14/11/2024
On World Diabetes Day, November 14, an in-depth panel discussion exploring the multifaceted aspects of diabetes was organized for patients, staff managers, and faculty members. Esteemed experts from Dr. Hedgewar Hospital and R.K. Damani Medical College led the session, including senior physicians Dr. Ranjana Deshmukh, Dr. Yashaswini Tupkary, and Dr. Anil Joshi; cardiologist Dr. Vishal Patil; nephrologist Dr. Bhagyashree Patil; ophthalmologist Dr. Ajay Tammewar; surgeon Dr. Prasad Vaidya; and pathologist Dr. Ravindra Patawadkar.
The discussion was moderated by nephrologist Dr. Neeraj Inamdar and Head of Medicine, Dr. Sagar Gupta. Additionally, a free diabetic retinopathy screening camp, led by retina specialist Dr. Abhidnya Surve, was conducted.
The panel covered various aspects of diabetes and the latest treatment options for organ-specific complications. Dr. Hedgewar Hospital offers comprehensive services, including cardiac care with angiography and angioplasty, nephrology services such as dialysis and kidney transplants, and retinal care services like pan-retinal photocoagulation, intravitreal injections, and retinal surgeries. Surgical care for diabetic foot conditions is also available. Most services are provided free of charge under government schemes.