Endocrinology

Patients with Endocrine diseases like diabetes, thyroid problems and acromegaly are seen and treated at Chellaram Hospital. Our chief endocrinologist is Dr.Unnikrishnan A.G. , who has more than 25 years of experience in treating patients with Endocrine disorders. Before moving to Chellaram Hospital as CEO and Chief Endocrinologist in 2013, Dr.Unnikrishnan has provided his 10 years of endocrine services as both consultant and professor at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi. He did his fellowship in Endocrinology at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi after his post-graduation in General medicine at Christian Medical College, Vellore. He has published several papers on a variety of conditions including Diabetes Insipidus, Fibrocalculous pancreatic diabetes, a few of which are also indexed in the U.S. National Library of Medicine. With this background, Dr. Unnikrishnan, a clinically astute physician, who is always at the cutting edge with respect to any latest advancement in th...

Patients with Endocrine diseases like diabetes, thyroid problems and acromegaly are seen and treated at Chellaram Hospital. Our chief endocrinologist is Dr.Unnikrishnan A.G. , who has more than 25 years of experience in treating patients with Endocrine disorders. Before moving to Chellaram Hospital as CEO and Chief Endocrinologist in 2013, Dr.Unnikrishnan has provided his 10 years of endocrine services as both consultant and professor at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi. He did his fellowship in Endocrinology at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi after his post-graduation in General medicine at Christian Medical College, Vellore. He has published several papers on a variety of conditions including Diabetes Insipidus, Fibrocalculous pancreatic diabetes, a few of which are also indexed in the U.S. National Library of Medicine. With this background, Dr. Unnikrishnan, a clinically astute physician, who is always at the cutting edge with respect to any latest advancement in the technology involving patient care, delivers the best possible care to get the best outcome.

Besides one of the best endocrinologist, Dr. Unnikrishnan A.G, in India working at Chellaram , this Hospital also has several features which makes it, “the state of the art” hospital. Chellaram hospital provides excellent care and services to the patient, and it strives to meet all the patient needs under one roof. The hospital has Podiatry department which is specialized in managing foot related problems secondary to diabetes, in addition to other specialities to manage the various complications of diabetes. Besides inpatient department availability, where sick patients can be admitted for immediate care, Chellaram Hospital also has dialysis center where diabetic patients with kidney failure are regularly hemodialysed. Chellaram Hospital also has in built lab where in blood and urine tests are sent and reports are available quickly for prompt management.

Endocrinology treatments focus on managing disorders related to the endocrine system, which includes glands like the thyroid, pancreas, adrenal glands, and pituitary. At Chellaram Hospital in Pune, endocrinology services cater to a wide range of conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic disorders.

Key treatments include:

1. Diabetes Management:

Tailored treatment plans involving insulin therapy, oral medications, continuous blood glucose monitoring, and lifestyle modifications.

2. Thyroid Disorders:

Diagnosis and management of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules through medications and, if needed, surgical interventions.

3. Pituitary and Adrenal Disorders:

Treatment for conditions like adrenal insufficiency, Cushing’s disease, and pituitary tumors, often requiring hormone replacement therapy or surgical options.

5. Osteoporosis:

Medication and lifestyle changes to strengthen bones and prevent fractures.

6. Reproductive and Growth Disorders:

Management of infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and growth hormone deficiencies.

Endocrinology treatments at Chellaram Hospital are designed to restore hormonal balance and improve overall health, using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and personalized care.