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Dr Vasanth Kumar - Geriatrician

DR VASANTH KUMAR

MBBS, MD(General Medicine)
Geriatrician
  • Fees: INR 500
  • Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Introduction

Dr. Vasanth Kumar is one of the best doctor and he is master in his profession.Dr. Vasanth Kumar is expert in Geriatrici related diseases.Dr. Vasanth Kumar is In Medical practice for last 32 years and served in many Hospitals in Hyderabad city. Dr. Vasanth Kumar Serving as Consultant Physician and Diabetes specialist at Elbit Medical centre,Hyderabad and Dr. Vasanth Kumar is Presently working as Geriatrician at Apolo Hospitals jubilee Hills since last Assignment.Dr. Vasanth is one of the best doctor and he is master in his profession.Dr. Vasanth Kumar is expert in Geriatrici related diseases.Dr. Vasanth Participated in many International conferences on Diabetes in India and abroad. Dr. Vasanth Kumar is Passionate about creating health awareness in people and improve the standards of health care and medical education in India.

Hospital Associations

Apollo Health City Jubilee Hills ,Hyderabad

Experience

Dr. Vasanth Kumar is one of the best Geriatrician in Hyderabad. Dr. Vasanth is In Medical practice for last 32 years and served in many Hospitals in Hyderabad city. Dr. Vasanth Serving as Consultant Physician and Diabetes specialist at Elbit Medical centre,Hyderabad and Dr. Vasanth is Presently working as Geriatrician at Apolo Hospitals jubilee Hills since last Assignment.

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Vasanth was a Past Chairman and Executive committee member of Hyderabad chapter of Association of Physicians of India. Dr. Vasanth was Secretary and Governing body member of Research Society for Study of Daibetes in India. Dr. Vasanth was Founder and President of DAY( Diabetes And You) Society which supports poor people suffering from Diabetes and particularly focusing on Children with type1 Diabetes. Dr. Vasanth Regularly conducting health camps and check ups at Government Schools and working actively with Rotary International. Dr. Vasanth Participating and delivering lectures on Non Communicable diseases and creating public awareness. Dr. Vasanth Participated in many International conferences on Diabetes in India and abroad. Dr. Vasanth is Passionate about creating health awareness in people and improve the standards of health care and medical education in India.

Education

MBBS, MD(General Medicine)

I Speak

English, Hindi.

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Apollo Health City Jubilee Hills Hyderabad Timing

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Who is Geriatrician?

Geriatrics is a specialty that focuses on health care of old people   A geriatric physician, also called a geriatrician, is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disorder and disability in older adults. Geriatricians are primary care doctors specially trained in the aging process.

What does a geriatrician do?

As our body change over time, so do our health care needs. Simply put, a geriatrician is a physician with advanced training in geriatric medicine and specialized expertise in caring for senior citizens. They are trained to diagnose and treat diseases in the elderly and identifying and treating problems specific to older adults, such as dementia, falls, confusion, and incontinence. They can also determine which prescriptions are best since some over-the-counter and medicines can have different effects on the elderly.

At what age should I see a geriatrician?

A geriatrician is a specialist doctor who cares for people over the age of 65,  but most people do not need geriatrics expertise in their care until age 70 or 75.

What is the difference between a gerontologist and a geriatrician?

Geriatricians are fully trained doctors who specialize in treating the health problems of older adults, while gerontology is the scientific study of aging and its effect on individuals and their culture. Some gerontologists are researchers who interpret new findings in microbiology and biochemistry that might unlock the physiological secrets of the aging process. Others are caregivers, working directly with seniors and their families. The main difference between the two professions is that geriatricians are fully-trained doctors, and provide direct treatment for age-related diseases. Gerontologists play a more supportive and educational role.

What are the diseases treated by geriatrician?

Dementia, palliative care, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, Parkinson's disease, atherosclerosis, heart disease, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.