Spotlight on Paediatric Cardiology in South Gujarat: Dr. Snehal Patel Leads Insightful Session
Surat, Gujarat – Dr. Snehal Patel, a leading pediatric cardiologist and a trailblazer in congenital and structural cardiac interventions in South Gujarat, recently led a transformative session titled “Where Do We Stand Today in Paediatric Cardiology in South Gujarat?” The event, organized by the Surat Pediatrician Association (SPACT), was part of the prestigious Dr. Bipin Desai Oration and Cardiology CME, addressing advancements and challenges in pediatric cardiology.
Dr. Patel shared insights on cutting-edge procedures, including:
Device closure of Atrial Septal Defect, Ventricular Septal Defect, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Balloon valvuloplasty for Aortic Stenosis, Pulmonary Stenosis, and Coarctation of the Aorta
Rare interventions like Stenting of Interrupted Aortic Arch and Thrombosuction with Balloon Angioplasty in a post-COVID pediatric case with coronary artery occlusion
Dr. Patel, the region’s only expert in non-surgical critical cardiac interventions like ductal stenting, stressed the need for enhanced healthcare infrastructure to meet the rising demand for specialized pediatric cardiac care.
The session also featured Dr. Joseph Matthew, a distinguished orator, and esteemed faculty members Dr. Ritesh Sukharamwala and Dr. Vishal Agrawal, who enriched the event with their expertise in pediatric cardiology and surgery.
This event was successfully led under the guidance of Dr. Mahesh Patel, SPACT President, and Dr. Ashwini Shah, SPACT Secretary, who are committed to fostering collaboration among healthcare providers and raising awareness about critical healthcare needs in South Gujarat.
SPACT remains at the forefront of advancing pediatric healthcare, promoting dialogue among specialists, and delivering world-class care for children.
