Dr. Keerthan Upadhya

Accomplished Medical Professional having over 6 years of combined experience as a Senior Resident, Assistant Professor and a Surgeon specializing in Endoscopic, Laparoscopic and Laser Surgery; working at Mahesh Hospital, Bramhavara and as an Assistant Professor in Srinivas Medical College Performed operations involving the endocrine system, gastrointestinal tract, liver, colon, and other major parts of the human bodyHands-on experience in performing HPB & Colorectal Surgeries for more than 3 yearsContributions in various publications; conducted various research projects; vast teaching experience having worked as Assistant Professor at KMC ManipalProficient in performing surgery such as Appendicectomy/ Cholecystectomy/ Ventral Hernia/ Inguinal Hernia/Hemicolectomy and Intestinal Perforations/Peritonitis (Gastric/Small intestine/Large intestine) /Resection and anastomosis (Stapler/Hand sewing)Experience in coordinating with a diverse range of departments and professionals through a complete understanding of the healthcare arena and integrated networksExpertise in understanding symptoms of each patient, performing tests or may prescribe medication, as the treatment plan for each patient is as unique as each conditionWORK EXPERIENCE:Oct’21-Till Date, Consultant Endoscopist, Laparoscopic and Laser Surgeon, Mahesh Hospital, BramhavaraKey Result Areas:*Reviewing patient’s history, conducting physical examinations and interpreting other necessary investigations as the patient’s condition mandates *Evaluating and advising patients on the risk involved with having surgery*Maintaining proper hygiene and sterilization standards during all procedures*Performing procedures safely, as well as in interpreting images and deciding upon treatment options*Providing necessary medical advice based on diagnosis, whether a prescription, medical management in internal medicine, admission to the inpatient department, referral or transfer to another consultation facility*Documenting patients’ progress on Progress Note Sheet and completing discharge files & statistics*Delivering post-treatment care by checking patients’ wounds to ensure they are healing properly*Participating in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care needs*Maintaining a working environment that promotes high standards for patient care, customer service and ethical behavior and ensures safety of patients and staff*Attending regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and deliverySurgeries Performed:*Laser Surgery for Varicose veins (EVLA)+ Foam Sclerotherapy, Haemorroids, Fistula, Fissure InAnoLaparoscopic Surgeries:*Appendicectomy/ Cholecystectomy/ Ventral Hernia/ Inguinal Hernia/HemicolectomyOpen Surgeries:*Thyroid (Hemi/ Total), Parathyroid and Breast Surgeries (Benign/ Malignant)Intestinal Perforations/Peritonitis (Gastric/Small intestine/Large intestine) /Resection and anastomosis (Stapler/Hand sewing)*Diverticular Disease/ Enteric Fistulas (Surgical/Non-Surgical)*Mesenteric Cyst/ Hydatid Cyst of the mesentery*Intestinal malignancies - Hemicolectomy/LAR/AR/Colostomy/Ileostomy/ Gastrectomy/ Gastrojejunostomy*Appendicectomy/Cholecystectomy/Splenectomy/ Partial distal Pancreactectomy*Hydatid cyst Liver/Liver Abscess/Splenic abscess/*Incisional Hernia/Umbilical Hernia/Inguinal Hernia/Femoral Hernia*Diabetic foot management/ Ulcer (Grafting/Integra therapy/PRP therapy)*Stapled Hemorrhoidopexy/ Open Haemorroidectomy/Fistula/ Lateral sphincterotomy*Open Varicose vein surgery - Trendlenburg procedure/ Perforator ligationCircumcision*Cyst excision/Lymph node biopsy/Excisional biopsy/ Lymph node dissection