Priyanka Bhagtani
General Surgeon
MUMBAI (SUBURBAN)
Summary
Focused General Surgeon Dedicated to establishing trust with patients by using collaborative communication during consultations and throughout surgical care. Well-versed in anatomy, organ functions, image results interpretation and intensive care management, Open as well as Laparoscopic Surgeries, Emergency surgical procedures & Trauma Management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Consultant Surgeon
.
MUMBAI (SUBURBAN)
07.2024 - Current
- Perform Laparoscopic as well as Open General Surgical Procedures.
- Streamlined decision making and patient counseling processes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to boost productivity and cultivate a positive work environment.
- Arrange Workshop and Surgical clinics for Students.
- Managed post-operative care, monitoring for complications and providing guidance on recovery processes.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of the latest surgical techniques and technologies.
- Utilize advanced laparoscopic techniques to perform minimally invasive surgeries, enhancing recovery times.
- Conducted thorough pre-operative assessments to identify optimal surgical approaches and minimize risks.
- Provided compassionate patient care, addressing concerns and explaining surgical procedures to alleviate anxieties.
- Implemented infection control measures in operating theatres to prevent post-surgical infections.
- Developed innovative protocols for managing complex cases, resulting in improved patient outcomes and decreased length of stay.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based surgical techniques and procedures.
- Established rapport with patients, providing compassionate care while addressing concerns throughout their surgical journey.
- Mentored junior surgeons through skillful guidance, fostering professional growth and development within the department.
Surgical Registrar/ Clinical Associate
Wockhardt Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted various advance laparoscopic and Open cases related to General Surgery and Oncosurgery.
- Actively involved in Diabetic Wound care and Wound management.
- Can perform Diagnostic Cystoscopy and keen interest in various Urological procedures.
- Ensured patient comprehension of the surgical process prior to obtaining their consent.
- Engaged in continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences to stay abreast of advancements in surgical techniques.
- Analysed patient data and medical history to make informed decisions regarding surgical interventions and treatment plans.
- Maintained comprehensive patient records, documenting surgical procedures, outcomes, and follow-up care instructions.
- Addressed surgical emergencies promptly, performing life-saving procedures under pressure with a high degree of competence.
- Reviewed and updated surgical protocols and guidelines, ensuring compliance with national health standards and best practices.
- Fostered a collaborative team environment, promoting open communication and mutual respect among surgical staff.
- Provided mentorship and supervision to junior doctors and medical students, enhancing their surgical knowledge and skills.
- Implemented infection control protocols during surgeries to minimise risks and maintain a sterile environment.
- Educated patients and their families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care requirements.
- Collaborated with anaesthetists to ensure optimal patient sedation and pain management during and after surgery.
- Managed post-operative care, monitoring patients for complications and promoting swift recovery through effective interventions.
- Coordinated with hospital departments to schedule surgeries, manage theatre availability, and allocate resources effectively.
- Led surgical teams in emergency and elective procedures, demonstrating advanced technical skills and decision-making abilities.
- Utilised advanced surgical instruments and technology, ensuring precision and minimising patient recovery time.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing surgical perspectives to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments, evaluating patients' health and suitability for surgery, to optimise surgical outcomes.
- Advised patients on lifestyle modifications and preventative measures post-surgery to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Utilised advanced medical equipment for diagnostic testing, treatment, and patient monitoring.
- Administered emergency and routine medical care to patients, adhering to established healthcare guidelines.
- Led ward rounds, updating patient records and communicating progress to senior doctors and families.
- Organised patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions within healthcare settings.
Fellowship and Training in Thoracic Surgery
National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
12.2023 - 2 2024
- Managed Outpatient department wards and casualties
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Can Optimize, Evaluate and Work up Pre-operative Patients Posted for major Surgeries
- Well versed to show Laparoscopy camera during MIS procedures
- Can perform Emergency life saving procedures like ICD insertion and Tracheostomy
- Can provide optimum post operative care and management
- Insertion Of Intercostal Drains, Performing Rib Resection ICD's and Pleuro-cutaneous windows
- Assisted in Various thoracoscopic decortications
- Trained in performing Bronchoscopy (Diagnostic Procedure)
Senior Resident
HBTMC & Dr. RN Cooper Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided patient education and counselling, covering health status, test results, disease processes and discharge planning
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Can Perform open Emergency and Elective Open surgical procedure
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses
- Can Optimize, Evaluate and Work up Pre-operative Patients Posted for major Surgeries
- Well versed to show Laparoscopy camera during MIS procedures.
Observership
NIRTD (National Institute Of Tuberculosis And Respiratory Diseases) NEW DELHI
- Assess, Evaluate, Optimize complex Respiratory and Tuberculosis patients
- Can provide optimum post operative care and management
- Insertion Of Intercostal Drains, Performing Rib Resection ICD's and Pleuro-cutaneous windows
- Assisted in Various thoracoscopic decortications
- Trained in performing Bronchoscopy.
Junior Resident Doctor
HBTMC & Dr R N Cooper Hospital, Department of General Surgery
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Examine, Evaluate, Investigate and diagnose Patients with Surgical conditions
- Examine 100-200 patients in a day; schedule and operate on Inpatient and outpatient cases at tertiary hospital
- Evaluate, Examine and operate on Emergency General Surgical and Accident and Emergency Patients
- Handling emergency cases in the casualty and stabilizing the patient
- Managing admissions and bed allotment
- Diagnosing the disease as per the symptoms
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions
- Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patients on at-home recovery.
Education
SSC -
Maharashtra Board
02.2007 - 05.2008
HSC - undefined
Maharashtra Board
03.2009 - 05.2010
M.B.B.S - undefined
MGM institute of Health Sciences (Aurangabad)
01.2010 - 04.2015
FCPS General Surgery - undefined
HBTM C & Dr. R N Cooper Hospital - Mumbai
09.2019 - 05.2022
. -
MRCS Part A-Edinburgh
. -
MRCS Part B- Glassgow
Provider Course -
Ccrisp (Care of Critically Ill Surgical Patients
Medico-legal Consultant Program - undefined
GIVE (Global Institute Of Value Education Society)
Provider Course
ATLS ( Advance Trauma Life Support)
Skills
Bedside care
Pain management
Patient counselling
Health Risk Assessments
Patient safety
Wound care
Teamwork and Collaboration
Wound Management
Trauma Surgery
Diagnostic Skills
Critical Decision-Making
Laparoscopic methods
Botox- AWR
Languages
English
Marathi
Hindi
Accomplishments
- Scientific paper-SELSICON-2020
- Poster Presentation-ASICON-2020
- Suture Pactum-J&J- 2020
- Good clinical Practice-2020
- Free Paper-Masicon-2021
- Oral Abstract Presentation at RCSED-Chennai 2022
- Oral Case Presentation at HSI-2022-Hernia Treatment in Obesity
- Oral Case Presentation at HSI-2022- Obstructed Ventral Hernia
- Oral Case Presentation at HSI-2022- Loss Of Domain
- Lower Colonoscopy hands-on training workshop Thane Surgical Society-2022
- Bariatric Surgical Workshop 2023
- Laparoscopic Basic Surgical Skill Workshop-2023
- Vascular Anastomosis Training Worskhop-2023
- Certified Crrisp (Care Of Critically Ill Surgical Patients) Provided.
- Oral Case Presentation at HIS-2023- Leaky Sinus & Hernia.
- Oral Case Presentation at IAGES-ALSGBI-2023-Mesh Infections.
- Thoracoscopic Decortication- MSSCON-2023, (1st Prize for Oral presentation)
- Decortication & how we do it-IAGES midterm Bhopal 2023
- Moderated HSI case series-2024
- Conducted Hernia Assessment Pathway Workshop
Published Papers
- Structured Format, Training and Audit improves the Quality of Operative Notes; Published : 14th January-2022 Indian journal of Surgery.
- Transfascial Sutured Hernia: A New Complication After Laparoscopic Ventral Hernia Repair; January 2021 Indian Journal of Surgery.
Timeline
Consultant Surgeon
.
07.2024 - Current
Surgical Registrar/ Clinical Associate
Wockhardt Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Fellowship and Training in Thoracic Surgery
National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
12.2023 - 2 2024
Senior Resident
HBTMC & Dr. RN Cooper Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2023
Junior Resident Doctor
HBTMC & Dr R N Cooper Hospital, Department of General Surgery
09.2019 - 09.2022
FCPS General Surgery - undefined
HBTM C & Dr. R N Cooper Hospital - Mumbai
09.2019 - 05.2022
M.B.B.S - undefined
MGM institute of Health Sciences (Aurangabad)
01.2010 - 04.2015
HSC - undefined
Maharashtra Board
03.2009 - 05.2010
SSC -
Maharashtra Board
02.2007 - 05.2008
Observership
NIRTD (National Institute Of Tuberculosis And Respiratory Diseases) NEW DELHI
. -
MRCS Part A-Edinburgh
. -
MRCS Part B- Glassgow
Provider Course -
Ccrisp (Care of Critically Ill Surgical Patients
Medico-legal Consultant Program - undefined
GIVE (Global Institute Of Value Education Society)
Provider Course
ATLS ( Advance Trauma Life Support)