Scientists discover early signs of pancreatic cancer
Nagpur: Scientists recently identified one of the symptomatic upsurge secretions of certain amino acids which are often found in patients before being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. This could be seen as a sign of the early development of the...
Dr. Geeta Verma throws perfect light on Cervical Spondylitis, symptoms and the treatment
Dr. Geeta Verma is a prominent Ayurvedic practitioner of the city and has over fifteen years of clinical experience. Dr. Verma is a post graduate (M.D) in Ayurveda from Nagpur University. She has also completed the prestigious C.R.A.V. program conducted by...
Does removing BRCA genes lower the risk of breast cancer & other cancer?
Actress Angelina Jolie’s revelation last week that she had both breasts removed to lower her elevated risk of cancer came as a bombshell to many, but not to the three sisters from Berkeley Heights, N.J. The women’s - Cathy Balsamo,...
Shock study: Chemotherapy can backfire, make cancer worse by triggering tumor growth.
Scientists found that healthy cells damaged by chemotherapy secreted more of a protein called WNT16B, which boosts cancer cell survival. 'The increase in WNT16B was completely unexpected," said Peter Nelson, of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Healthy cells damaged by...
Cater to the patient first; formalities come later- Dr. B. K. Murali
Nagpur Today spoke to Dr. B. K. Murali, joint replacement surgeon and Director, Hope Hospitals Nagpur, about the implications of the NABH accreditation awarded to his hospital recently. Following are excerpts from the interaction: Meghna Majumdar: What is the significance of...
If a youngster chooses Anesthesiology, he/she has chosen the best career- Dr. Anand Dongre
An anesthesiologist pilots major surgeries by keeping the patient unconscious while ensuring that their vital organs are still working. A patients life and body functions are in the hands of an anaesthesiologist during surgery. They also work o minimise pain to Critical...
“The patient plays an important role in his own treatment”- Dr. Satish Deopujari
Nagpur Today spoke to renowned city Paediatrician Dr. Satish Deopujari about the challenges and joys of healing children, and the responsibility involved in being a doctor. Following are excerpts from the interaction: Meghna: What inspired you to take up medicine as...
“There are many misconceptions about eye donation in the city”- Dr. Prafull Mokadam
Nagpur Today spoke to ophthalmologist Dr. Prafull Mokaddam, as noted in the city for his expertise in his field as for his regular work with the underprivileged, about the drive and satisfaction in medicine and the lack of awareness in...
“A basic, healthy body can be brought about only through Ayurveda”- Dr. Nitesh Khonde
Nagpur Today spoke to Dr. Nitesh Khonde of Nagarjuna Ayurvedic Treatment Centre, about the advantages, problems and awareness of Ayurveda in the city. Following are excerpts from the interaction: Meghna: What made you take up Ayurveda as a career? Nitesh Khonde: When...
“There is always a need for more blood donors in the city”- Dr. Vinky Rughwani
Nagpur Today spoke with Dr. Vinky Rughwani, President of the Thalassemia Society of India, Nagpur Chapter, about the problems faced by Thalassemia affected children and possible solutions. Following are excerpts from the interview. Meghna: What exactly is Thalessemia and how widespread...
“Snoring can lead to Diabetes and kidney problems”- Dr. Arbat
Nagpur Today spoke to Dr Ashok Arbat, noted pulmonologist and Managing Director, KRIMS Hospital. Dr. Arbat is also the President if Vidarbha Chest Association. Following are excerpts from the interaction. Meghna: What are the most common causes of sleep disorders that...
“the emotional condition of a patient affects their treatment”- Aliakbar Shabbir
Nagpur Today's Meghna Majumdar had a chat with Aliakbar Shabbir, an Integrated Health coach trained in Meta- medicine and other techniques. Aliakbar believes in the use of Yoga, Reiki and a host of other increasingly popular global techniques to help...“My practice in general is very rewarding”- Dr. Shrikant Mukewar
Nagpur Today spoke with city- based Gastroenterologist Dr. Shrikant Mukewar, about the day- to- day experience and challenges of his popular and busy practice. Following are excerpts from the interaction: Meghna: How did you become interested in medicine? What made you chose...
“People who do manual labour are equally prone to diabetes”- Dr. Prajakta Deshmukh
Nagpur Health News : Dr. Prajakta Deshmukh took charge as the secretary of the Diabetics Association of India, Nagpur chapter, in September this year. In an exclusive interview with Nagpur Today, he enlightened us about...
An hour with Dr. Sameer Paltewar.
Nagpur Today in an exclusive, speaks to Dr. Sameer Paltewar about Meditrina and his Vision. Marcello Azavedo: Sir, there are so many hospitals coming up today in Nagpur, with what ideology has Meditrina come up? Sameer Paltewar: This is the...
