Renowned Rheumatologists Dr Shivraj Padiyar and Dr Prathyusha Manikuppam to Provide Expert Consultation at Kasturba Hospital
Manipal, Jan 29, 2024: Kasturba Hospital in Manipal is set to enhance its healthcare offerings with the addition of two highly respected Rheumatologists to its medical team. Effective February 2, 2024, Dr. Shivraj Padiyar and Dr. Prathyusha Manikuppam, both renowned specialists from KMC Hospital, Attavar, Mangaluru, will be available for consultations at Kasturba Hospital Manipal.
Medical Superintendent of Kasturba Hospital, Dr. Avinash Shetty, shared that the new services will be available every Friday, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Patients are encouraged to seek consultations, particularly if they are grappling with symptoms related to various conditions such as autoimmune diseases in pregnancy, interstitial lung disease due to autoimmune diseases, arthritis (Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis), Lupus, Inflammatory myositis and Scleroderma, Morphea, Vasculitis, Gout and related crystal arthropathies, IgG4 related disease, sarcoidosis, degenerative conditions (Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia), and more.
Expressing his satisfaction, Dr. Anand Venugopal, COO-Teaching Hospital MAHE Manipal, stated, “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Shivraj Padiyar and Dr. Prathyusha Manikuppam to our esteemed team of healthcare professionals in Manipal. The introduction of Rheumatology services underscores our commitment to providing exceptional medical care and diagnostics to the communities of Udupi and neighboring districts.”
Patients and residents alike are encouraged to take advantage of these specialized services, as the hospital aims to deliver comprehensive and expert care in the field of Rheumatology.
