Apollo doctors showcase latest advancements in gastro, neurology treatment

KATHMANDU: The New Delhi-based Indraprastha Apollo Hospital organized an event in Kathmandu on Saturday to showcase latest developments and technologies in gastroenterology and neurology treatments.

Apollo’s senior doctors made presentations on the advanced services offered by the hospital in these fields.

Dr. Sanjay Sikka, Senior Consultant in Gastroenterology and Hepatology, highlighted the hospital’s capabilities in treating gastrointestinal, liver and pancreatic disorders. He said the hospital is focused on making accurate diagnoses and rapid recovery through advanced therapeutic endoscopy and patient care techniques.

Services offered by the hospital include high-quality endoscopy, capsule endoscopy, esophageal pH monitoring and manometry, enhanced with sophisticated procedures such as ERCP, EUS, EMR, ESD, EHL, SpyGlass cholangioscopy and pancreatoscopy. The hospital has developed a dedicated department to provide comprehensive care in gastroenterology, earning recognition for excellence, reliability and benchmark standards.

Similarly, Dr PN Renjen highlighted recent advancements in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders, including stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis and neuroimaging and electrophysiological studies. He added that early intervention using modern technologies can significantly improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Apollo’s Institute of Neurosciences is equipped to treat stroke, headache, epilepsy, coma, neuropathy, Parkinson’s, myasthenia gravis, spinal disorders, brain tumors and other neurological conditions.

Founded in 1983, Apollo Hospital has grown into Asia’s leading integrated healthcare provider, offering hospitals, pharmacies, primary care clinics, diagnostic centers, telemedicine, health insurance, medical education, e-learning platforms and research institutes.