MBBS, MS - General Surgery, DNB - General Surgery
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Dr. T. Hema is an Advanced Laparoscopic, Bariatric (weight loss) and Metabolic (for diabetes), Breast and Endocrine Surgeon currently working as the senior consultant surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore, since 2009. In a career spanning over 22 years, the majority of it in a high volume teaching hospital in Mumbai, she has performed well over 16000 laparoscopic and open surgical procedures. These include:Whole range of Bariatric/ Metabolic surgeries like Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric bypass, Gastric band, ileal interposition and other procedures,Laparoscopic/ Single Incision Laparoscopic (SILS) Gastrointestinal and solid organ surgeries like gastrectomy, resection anastomosis of small intestine, colectomies for cancer and non- cancer conditions, hepatobiliary surgeries including cholecystectomy, Bile duct explorations, hepaticodochojejunostomy, lateral pancreatojejunostomy, splenectomy, emergency GI procedures for bleeding, perforation, obstruction, trauma, appendicectomy, etc,All types of mastectomies, microdochectomies and other breast surgical procedures for cancer and benign conditions,Endocrine surgeries like all types of thyroidectomies, parathyroidectomies (including MIP) and adrenalectomy,General Surgical procedures for all types of simple and complex hernias, perianal disorders, inguinoscrotal disorders, etc.She completed her basic and advanced laparoscopic training from the prestigious GEM hospital, Coimbatore under the expert guidance of the world famous Dr. C. Palanivelu.She was accepted for and completed her extensive, hands-on Bariatric/ Metabolic surgical training from 2 of the best centres in the world – Cleveland Clinic, Florida where she worked with the dynamic Dr. Raul Rosenthal, and then at the Centre for Obesity and Diabetes Surgery (CODS) at Mumbai where she was trained by Dr. Muffazal Lakdawala. She has experience with hundreds of cases of Lap Band, Sleeve gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Duodenal switch (BPD-DS), duodenojejunal bypass, re –do bariatric surgery, etc. from this dedicated training.In addition, she is one of the few surgeons trained and performing Ileal interposition surgery for cure of Diabetes Mellitus, after training with Dr. Ugale (India’s first pioneer of this technique) at Kirloskar Hospital, Hyderabad.She has completed Fellowship training in Robotic and Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery from Korea University Anam Hospital, Seoul, South Korea, under the guidance of the world renowned Professor Seon Hahn Kim.MShe also received advanced specialised training in Breast and Endocrine Surgeries from India’s first dedicated endocrine and breast post graduate course and department at SGPGI, Lucknow under the pioneering and visionary surgeon Dr. S.K. Mishra.She is trained in Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery (SILS; stood third in the exam).She was formerly working as faculty in an 1800 bedded public hospital in Mumbai – KEM Hospital, initially as a lecturer, then as Associate Professor and Head of Unit in Dept of Surgery.
Visited For Gallbladder StonesHealth Checkup (General)
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I have been consulting Dr.Hema for 2 years now for issues related to gall bladder stones and general health.
She has always taken time to explain in details the possible reasons for the symptoms or issues *** *** ********* *** ***** ********** *** *** ***** She did my gall stone removal surgery in March 2016 and she ensured that I was at ease to undergo the procedure without any apprehensions. Her detailed explanation on how the process works and finer points in terms of diet, moderate exercise and timely intake of medication , post-surgery helped smooth transition back to normalcy.
Her holistic approach towards treatment gives you a sense of wellbeing and positive outlook towards recovery. She has proactively explained the importance of diet and exercise wherever relevant as a part of the healing/treatment and that is a value add. She has always been available for any queries and has been able to provide timely help to me.
I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends as I am sure that they are in safe hands.
Visited For GERD
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Hai, I am Anuradha.
I had suffered with a lot of anatomy Problems, Until I met Dr.Hema Madam.
She had explained well about all required correction , to overcome my GERD .
I undergone 8 hours of multiple surgeries (umbilical Hernia Repair, GERD ETC.)
The Doctor Took really good care about my Surgical Recovery,
by Providing regular consultation and advice regarding, Post surgical procedures to follow, in terms of
Medicines, supplements, Exercises, and Lab tests.
She always spends her quality time in answering my queries, which really gives me better confident to lead a healthy life.
I really felt very lucky that i had surgery by her magical Hands.
Now all my breathing trouble, Disk Pain,Allergies, Acid Reflux , chest Pain, Palpitations , Throat Infections have been vanished and feeling fresh and healthy.
She always listen to the complaints keenly, carefully and provide exact medicines to overcome any health issues, Permenantly.
I strongly recommend to those , one who needs a Permanent solutions to overcome the health kind issues.
An Unforgettable, Genuine, Ethical, Service Oriented, highly Experienced Personality.
(My heart felt Always) Thanks, Thanks, And Ever Thanks.
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In july 2017, I suffered from "Idiopathic Sclerosing Encapsulating Peritonitis [small bowel cocoon". This is a rear scenario in which the entire small intestine loops are entrapped in a membrane, which restricts the free movement of small bowel. In my case, things were even more bad because around one feet of small bowel had become gangrenous and a situation of life and death arose.
Dr. Hema operated me for more than 10 hours. During surgery, she patiently and meticulously removed each layer of membrane encapsulating my small bowel and also removed the gangrenous part of the intestine. She, did all this through laparoscopy [avoiding open surgery], which requires lot of skill and temperament.
One special point I want to mention about Dr. Hema is that she follows the "Hippocratic oath for Doctors" religiously upholding the values of autonomy, beneficence and non-maleficence .
I am really thankful to Dr. Hema for the treatment she has done saving my life and in turn saving my family from an unimaginable pain.
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Reasons why Dr Hema T is highly recommended :
1. She has got huge experience which reflects in the way she took control of the situation my father was in.
2. Complete ownership of the patient, initially made recommendation to do the surgery few weeks later but she kept the tight tab on situation and when scan report showed a favorable situation for surgery, she decided to go ahead. She is highly recommended for taking complete ownership of the patient
3. My father's surgery presented some surprise for which urologist was called but she did handle the situation admirably.
Thanks Dr Hema.
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Highly competent and confident in handling complicated cases. My mother had a complex multiple ventral hernia and she also had difficulty in breathing. Dr Hema thoroughly examined and referred us the **** Pulmonologyist to ensure that my mother is treated for breathing issue before the surgery. Dr Hema makes sure that the patient is comfortable and keeps advising on the safety measures to be taken pre/post surgery. Keeps the attenders updated about the status and progress of the case. Has patience and takes time to educate the attenders/patient about the case and also suggest **** solution. With so much complications especially with my mother’s age, breathing issue and complex ventral hernia, Dr Hema was confident and was able complete the surgery successfully.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr Hema for all support and guidance in ensuring my Mother’s health is back to normal. I would definitely recommend Dr Hema.
Visited For Cyst
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I have known Dr Hema for the last three and a half years. If there is a surgeon that I can vouch for and recommend, it would be her...! **** ********* *** experience with lots of expertise. Consultations with her are unique, unlike with other docs wherein she spends time listening to your complaints attentively, addressing and providing counsel and solutions whether preventive, therapeutic or rehabilitative to each one of them. There are a handful of them like her, and perhaps she is the only one I have known who puts things into perspective for patients. My mother has been her patient, I have personally witnessed the compassionate care on every visit. If you need to see a surgeon, please go ahead and consult with her without a second thought...
Visited For breast fibroadenoma surgery
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I Have met Dr Hema, in 2015 Oct ish..When I had to undergo treatment for my fibrocystic disease of my breast.
Before I met her, I went to multiple docs, where I had lost self confidence, as I was not sure, what was happening with me.
Dr. Hema, could understand my issue, gone with step wise tests, to arrive at the conclusion and treated me with so much care its been 3 years and I am here, healthy, with lot of confidence.
I meet her regularly for checkups, to keep an eye on my health.
Thanks a ton Dr. Hema, for your efforts and confidence, you boost in your patients.
Im an international patent i have been suffering from papilloma with nipple discharge from my Right Brest it has pained me for long time I could not find the correct Dr since 2015 , just on dec 2016 i came to bangloure to Apollo Hospital then i meet Dr hema T , she understood my situation as I'm young girl and I suffered from cyst , she treated me well and she is understanding person and I have done the surgery to remove the cyst on 24th of March 2017 she have done it perfectly she knows how to treat her patent and also she followed my treatment as well till this moment she is updating with me ,she has the greatest experience among many doctors that i did counsel them, she is profossional Dr I have no any side effects after the surgry I just stayed for a day in the hospital then I left the second day safely , she is clever *** ******* * Thank you Dr hema T I'm thankfull to you and I had a great experience with you God bless you ..
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My Wife was diagnosed with extremely painful large Peri anal abscess and had to be operated at the earliest.. Initially we were caught off guard because we never expected a surgery and my wife never went through a surgery before . One of my friend recommended Dr Hema and she operated her at a very short notice . *** *** * ********* *** * the large abscess was cleaned up thoroughly and my wife started feeling better. Her advice on post-operative care was spot on and the wound started healing pretty quickly. We were lucky to get a surgeon like Dr. Hema at a very short notice and I need to thank my friend Dr Suresh for introducing her. We will certainly recommend Dr Hema for her thorough professionalism and skill . Thanks a lot Dr Hema !
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I had first visited Dr. Hema for a life changing surgery, and it went successfully. Post surgery she always there for me. My surgery was in 2012 and I have been seeing her since then. *** ********* ** ****** ******** *** she does not give unnecessary medicines. Furthermore, her advice is not only for the concerned problem but also for all alignments. Very approachable, friendly and extremely professional. Explains everything in detail and gives the patient time and courage to live with hope and determination. Dr. Hema is truly brilliant!