Dr. Aparna Hegde

I travelled from Kenya to visit Dr. Aparna Hegde in MUMBAI for re-occurring uti infections and stress incontinence. I had an online consultation and she recommended I fly to Mumbai after our chat. I had both the issues for the past 5 years and within the past one year they increased . I was being treated by doctors but with no results a

and both my issues increased. I decided to fly to Mumbai to visit Dr. Aparna who was recommended by a family friend doctor. This was the best decision I made!! She recommended a surgery to help my SUI and treatment of medicines for my infections( which was not an infection but an inflammation). I highly recommend Dr. Aparna for the outstanding care provided to me during my surgery, after care and for the full time i was in Mumbai. Her expertise, professionalism, and compassionate approach made the entire process reassuring and positive. I'm grateful for the excellent medical care received from the team and Dr. Aparna Hedge. Thank you Dr. Aparna , Dr. Vaishali and team.

I used to suffer from recurrent uti for 6 months. I had consulted 4 urologists before seeing Dr Aparna. I wasn't satisfied with any of their consultations & hence decided to see Dr Aparna, & that was the best decision. Dr Aparna right away understood my problem & put on low dose antibiotics & biofeedback treatment which helped my condition a lot. I have not had an episode for the last few months & my urinary frequency & bladder pain symptoms reduced to a great extent. I highly recommend Dr. Aparna Hegde. She patiently listens to all your problems & her diagnoses are always on point.

Dr Aparna Hegde has saved my life. I have no words to express my gratitude towards her. The lady in whose house I work in has translated this into English as I feel my story needs to be told. I am only 36 years old and I had my second delivery seven years ago. Since then my pelvic organs started dropping through my vagina. I did not do anything about it for the first few years and then because of covid I could not access care. In the last three years, my uterus, bladder and rectum, all prolapsed out of the vagina. After a few months, the prolapse was so big that it could not be pushed back in. Over the next year, ulcers formed on the prolapse and it was obstructing my urethra and I could not empty my bladder. It became unbearable and I was in severe pain and I could not sit or stand. I could not afford treatment and hence I went to Cama Hospital for treatment. There I was admitted under the Gynecology department. They took me into the operation theatre and gave anesthesia but they did not operate as it was a very difficult case. They extubated me and then gave some medicines hoping that the prolapse would reduce and the ulcers would heal. After 20 days, they again took me into the operation theatre. Again the senior doctor felt that it was too difficult. Because I was under anesthesia for the second time, they had to call a senior highly accomplished doctor to perfom the surgery And so they called Dr. Aparna Hegde who offers free service as an honorary Professor of Urogynecology at Cama Hospital every morning. She performed the difficult surgery very well even though the first time she was seeing me was in the operation theatre under anesthesia. I was really relieved post surgery.. However, because my bladder was not emptying properly for many years, post surgery when Dr. Hegde tried to remove the catheter, I could not pee. Dr. Hegde hadn't seen me pre-surgery as she was called to see me for the first time when I was under anesthesia. And hence she could not assess the condition of my bladder and kidneys pre-surgery. And hence it was very difficult for Dr. Hegde to provide optimal treatment for my bladder and kidneys post surgery. She rightly diagnosed that because of long standing retention of urine due to untreated prolapse, my bladder muscle had been damaged and also there was back pressure changes exerted on my kidneys. However, no one had done any tests on me pre surgery to determine the status of my bladder and kidneys. Even though it was really difficult, Dr. Hegde provided the right treatment. She kept me on catheter for a month to give rest to the bladder and then she performed biofeedback therapy weekly for relaxation free of charge for me as my pelvic muscles were also not relaxing while peeing. It was a very difficult journey, but now I have completely recovered only because of Dr. Hegde.

She has come as an angel into my life. She was very kind and spent a lot of time with me to guide me through the difficult process though I could not pay her much money for any of the treatment she provided. She said it was her mission to help me get better because I had suffered so much. She is very soft-hearted and communicates the last details with her patients with patience and holds their hand through difficult treatments. I am so lucky that I met Dr. Hegde as otherwise my life would have been very difficult. And I would have been on lifelong catheter. My kidneys were distended with fluid and now they have also completely recovered due to Dr. Hegde's competence. I will be eternally grateful to her for saving my life.

In the end, i want to say that all women with prolapse should consult Urogynecologists like Dr. Hegde because they not only assess the prolapse but also co-existing urinary and bowel problems before surgery. And provide treatment for that too. De. Hegde is a great surgeon and doctor and I recommend every patient to consult her for prolapse and bowel and bladder problems.

Visited Centre for Urogynecologist & Pelvic Health for frequent urination throughout day and night, blood in urine & pain in pelvic area. For the last 6 months, I have been taking treatment under the supervision of Dr. Aparna Hedge, Urogynecologist                   It’s a long long story, so please bear with me. I’ll try to keep it short but its worth writing.  It was in 2011, when things got started I got UTI twice back to back which got cured with medicines, but after sometime I again experienced the same symptoms- frequent urine every 5-10mins with strong urge and this suffering went on for years. I went to numerous doctors for this issue none of whom who had any idea whatsoever how to help me, they often dismissed my symptoms. I was told it was all in my head. I was anxious, depressed, in a great deal of mental pain, and was out of answers and ready to give up.  Infact, I started believing this is how my body is going to work for the rest of my life. I was striving to live a somewhat "normal" life but urgency, frequency made everyday life a challenge.  Also, nocturia interrupted peaceful sleep. I, hardly remember, any night if I had sound sleep in those years. Every night before going to sleep I had to visit washroom for 6-10 times or even more. The symptoms drained me physically, mentally and emotionally. My condition led me to avoid going out with friends..i lost all excitements about life and I also got scared of water. I accepted my life to be this miserable forever. Gradually, i discontinued my studies too.. I was losing hopes.. I was like no way is left out now …. One of the most painful effects of my condition was the loss of trust in my own body and self. All through these years I was not sure if my bladder will ever get back to normalcy. There were days I went to the toilet every 30 minutes. Some days it would be better, and some days it would be much wors. This frustrated me and made me a bit depressed. Whenever I would leave my home, I always had to know the location of the nearest toilet, and who I was traveling with because they needed to be understanding and willing to stop frequently. Over time, I grew tired of this constant mental and emotional pain – often intense enough to make my eyes water. I thought I was having frequent UTI’s the majority of my life. I did everything I could think of to prevent and treat them. It was till 2016 I kept visiting various urologists and then I stopped because no improvement was seen I was just consuming prescribed medicines and all this had huge financial implications on me.   Besides all these, I faced lots of difficulties at my workplace too. I felt discomfort and uneasiness on a daily basis worsning my quality of life even more. I used to think to resign as my condition made my daily commute to office as well sitting in office at long hours challenging and demanding. During March 2018 I got blood in urine and sharp pain in pelvic area..i was  terrified..This is where I started googling  for doctors and I came across this new specialization area Urogynaecologist and its expert Dr. Aparna Hedge. With one visit in her office, I knew I had found someone who understood my pain, who did not brush it off, and who wanted to work to help me through this. She recommended for Cystoscopy and it was then I got finally diagnosed with Interstitial cystitis/ Bladder Pain SyndromeAt first it sounded like a terrifying diagnosis(as I never heard this term before), I was like what it is but then immediately I was happy on knowing that there is something causing these sufferings (I mean it was all real and not in my head) and now something can be done to get out of it..Believe me the most distressing part is when you are suffering and none of your doctors could figure it out and you end up being getting convinced it’s all in your head!!!  She formulated a plan for me which included bladder instillations, physiotheraphy (biofeedback electrical stimulation), medications , diet/fluid modification and Meditation (a must part of treatment, as mental well-being was also required).Initial 3-4months were frustrating as I was not getting results, but gradually symptoms started appearing on & off..i kept saying myself I had suffered for years I have to put in my all efforts and obviously such chronic conditions do need time to go away and now since it’s been 6 months, I can feel the significant improvements, though not permanent but sort of. Life has become much easier for me now…no more skipping going out with friends.I have started finally feeling relief that I had been searching for almost 6-7 years. To be given your self confidence back, is remarkable, an act of grace and love that is hard to find in the world of healthcare and I got this from Dr.Aparna Hedge. She is friendly with all her patients but at times she is strict too. But that’s too a part of treatment and believe me it’s going to benefit you only, just follow religiously what she says. It will do miracles in your life!!! I am so thankful to her and her team            As I am still under treatment, I don’t know how long will it take to heal completely but with the time I invested in my treatment at the correct place i hv got back my self confidence and the much needed mental strength to overcome ICI am so thankful to her and her team...  I wish I found you ma'am years ago    

My mom is suffering from Urinary infection from last 3 years and we consulted with lots of doctors in last 3 years but We couldn't find a proper solution for it but one day my relatives suggested me to meet Dr. Aparna Hegde madam and we Immediately booked appointment of madam and when Aparna madam talked to us she started guiding us about proper treatment and madam is very friendly with patients and then she told us to do a minor surgery and that surgery was done by Arpana madam herself and after suffering from 3 years my Mom is feeling better now after taking treatment by madam.Thank you Dr. Aparna Hegde ma'am for being kind with us and give us better and right treatment .☺️

My mother was suffering from bladder incontinence , constant pain in urination and very frequent UTI. Due to all of these she used to have insomnia and in depressed state seeing herself confined at home . Her this social and physical health had put her mental health in despair too .

A patient of sugar and BP she had other medical complications too . Inspite of showing to various doctors for last 3 yrs all of us were worried for

Her and tired to

Understand the reason of her being like this . A dear friend suggest me to Dr.Aparna Hegde with her great. Out of work n experience on the subject I had instant faith in her abilities and hope that my mother has come to the right place finally .

DR.Aparna Hedge and her team were always very patient n given all of us enough time to counsel about this new term we heard in our lives and the path we have to choose for her recovery .

Dr. Hedge told us that along with other medical procedures and protocols she has to follow a regimented diet and excercise along with meditation in her daily routine .

I must say with each passing week I saw that her health graph was going better n better . Thanks to their weekly guidance and adherence to their guidelines has changed the total trajectory of my mom’s life for which I had almost left hope for .

DR. Aparna and Dr. Vaishali handled this case with utmost love n tenderness and I m

Deeply grateful to find that smile on my mom’s face back after 3 yrs . She has gained her confidence to travel alone .. to find happiness in world and being so grateful to this opportunity to live life fullest .

Her physical and mental health has come back with just 3/4 months of following the diet , bladder instillations , pelvic muscles strengthening and meditation to calm her mind .

Thank you so much Dr Aparna and Dr Vaishali for being angels in true sense to bring happiness back to people’s life 🙏🏻

Health is the true wealth has proved to me and many in last few months .

Ever grateful to you

Your lovingly,

Shiva

Dr. Hegde has been an angel for my mother. My mother suffered from immense pain in the lower region of her abdomen for many many years. We approached so many doctors but nothing worked. One doctor finally told me that they would have do a major surgery that will remove her bladder and create a urinary diversion to the abdomen. She was very depressed hearing this and she was in a bad state for many years. We did not know what to do. We had also exhausted all our financial resources. We met Dr. Hegde when we had given up all hope. Things immediately transformed when we met her. Her warmth and kindness gave hope to my mother for the first time after many years. She gave us a lot of time and held my mother's hand when she cried. Yet she was professional where needed and guided my mother through the entire treatment process with a calm steady hand. Dr. Hegde is the best doctor we have ever met The only procedure my mother had to undergo was cystoscopy. And all other treatment was non-operative. My mother had a severe problem peeing in addition to the pain. Dr. Hegde explained that it is because her pelvic muscles were contracted in response to the pain. Dr. Hegde did biofeedback therapy for my mother weekly in which she was taught how to keep her lower muscles relaxed. It was really helpful as the spasm in the muscles was responsible partly for the severe pain. My mother also was put on a strict diet and several medication to rebuild the lining of her bladder.

My mother is pain-free now and goes for walks in the evening and has regained a good quality of life. We understand that the condition is chronic but we are confident that under the guidance of Dr. Hegde, my mother will have a good life.

I have taken the help of someone to translate this review into English from Nepali. I do not have words to express my gratitude to Dr. Hegde. She is a genius. I am from Nepal and have been suffering from leaking of urine since many years. A few years ago, another doctor had performed a botched surgery that failed. The leaking or urine increased and had made my life really difficult. I would smell of urine daily. Even if I moved a little, i would leak a lot. I was very frustrated.

I visited many senior doctors and it was very difficult to find the right solution. Then someone recommended that I visit Dr. Hegde. She is a pioneer in three dimensional ultrasound of the pelvis and she can do sonography to understand where the previous sling is located and why it is causing problems. I was told that she is the only one who could diagnose what was going wrong and give the right treatment.

Dr. Hegde was very kind, warm and patient. She questioned me in a very detailed manner and understood the problem thoroughly. She did ultrasound and found out the position of the previous sling. She said that when i coughed, the sling was pulling apart the neck of the bladder increasing leak. She said that a repeat surgery would be needed to remove the previous sling and to take care of the leak. I had major financial issues and she was very considerate about that. She did a test called Urodynamics at very low cost to understand every issue with my bladder. She performed the surgery in the Government Hospital in Mumbai for free where she does charity work every morning.

The care was really considerate even though it was in a government hospital. I am very lucky that Dr. Hegde entered my life. She is truly a boon to society. She does charity work through her NGO also which is working throughout India. Please look up online and you will be amazed at her dedication to the women and children of India. Thank you for your help Dr. Hegde

This will be a long review but she totally totally deserves it.

For me Dr Aparna is no less than an angel. I have been suffering from UTI for a very very long long and it was just growing in intensity. I have visited multiple doctors form different fields and admitted in hospitals for multiple times. My issue was even more complicated since I had some kidney issues and had to get a small part of my kidney removed last year. But this UTI problem was different and irritating me to the core. I had almost forgotten how it is to be normal I think for this problem I have been on medicine for years together. I am sure many may relate to me when you keep popping pills and you still not become alright and finally my friend recommend Dr Aparna to me.

In our very first meeting she shared that what I am thinking as UTI is most likely something to do with a bladder she used some name which I have forgotten ( doesn't matter ) She shared that sadly its true in 50% of the cases for women that they get wrongly diagnosed as UTI and of course get treated wrongly too. Still she did not go with her gut feel and did a cystoscopy and confirmed her hunch. Showed me the image and started the course of treatment. All through out she was extremely sensitive to the fact that I have taken way too much of medicine and have through too much so she answered questions multiple multiple times and reduced my medication to just one pill.

Think about it how many of us women face uti issues and keep popping the traditional pills or worst feel sorry for ourselves but what if what you are suffering from is not uti at all. What you really really need is a Uro-gynecologist and there is really no better person that Dr Aparna.

Dr Aparna thank you so much for everything you. I owe my peaceful life to you.

So my problem started 1 year back... i had burning enough to not let me sleep... and frequency..

It was diagnosed as a urinary infection and my saga of anitibiotics started.

the problem did not disapear and with every week passing my anxiety increased.. In the process i changed multiple doctors as i did not get correct diagnosis or treatment..I was told that its in my mind or i am not particular with my hygiene but believe my after 6 months of NONSTOP burning i was trying it all..

i was asking doctors do i have bladder pain syndrome and they all refused..

Finally one doctor suggested a cystoscopy and diagnosed me with bladder pain syndrome. However the treatment was soo superficial.. I was adviced cystopen and to eat less spicy and less oily.. The joke is that i never ate spicy or oily. After this I got a bad flare in 1 month and i could not get thru the doctor for 3 days..after 3 days when i met him he said u have to live with this... from a group in india i got dr aparna hegdes number..

the first time i went to meet her i was very anxious cause she was my last ray of hope to get my original life back.. She saw me and understood what i was undergoing. She patiently explained me the whole problem and the treatment.. her approach was to treat my whole body and repair it from the roots..

She was the only doctor amongst the NINE doctors i met who agreed there is an actual problem.. i was adviced

bladder instillations

a strict diet

physiotherapy(biofeedback by maple only done by her)

6 months down the treatment i can say i have got a new way of life which is healthier and not unpredictable healthwise..

SHe is there to guide to me 24 by 7..

She was firm with me and at times i was fedup but believe me it was for my good at the end of the day..

I was scared to go to work also but after her treatment i did a 15 day travel and i was very comfortable..

Any bladder issue I highly recommend DR APARNA HEGDE who really gave me a new life a healthier life.