Dr. Dhiraj K Balaji
Consultant - Paediatric Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Aster Women & Children Hospital - Bangalore, India
Qualification
MBBS, MS, DNBLanguages
English Kannada HindiWork Experience
20 YearsResearch Experience
Dr. Dhiraj K Balaji is a highly experienced and skilled pediatric surgeon with a strong research background. He has a keen interest in minimally invasive surgical techniques and has conducted extensive research in this area. His research has focused on developing and evaluating new laparoscopic and thoracoscopic techniques for pediatric surgery. He has also published numerous articles on a variety of pediatric surgical topics.Here are some specific examples of his research works:
• Laparoscopic repair of hypospadias: Dr. Balaji has been a pioneer in the use of laparoscopic techniques for the repair of hypospadias
a congenital malformation of the male urethra. He has developed a novel laparoscopic technique that is associated with excellent cosmetic and functional outcomes.
• Thoracoscopic surgery for congenital diaphragmatic hernia: Dr. Balaji has also developed a minimally invasive thoracoscopic approach to the repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia
a rare but life-threatening condition in which there is a hole in the diaphragm
the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen. His thoracoscopic technique is associated with shorter hospital stays and reduced postoperative pain.
• Laparoscopic Heller myotomy for esophageal achalasia: Dr. Balaji has also conducted research on the use of laparoscopic Heller myotomy
a surgical procedure used to treat esophageal achalasia
a condition in which the muscles of the esophagus do not relax properly
making it difficult to swallow food. His research has shown that laparoscopic Heller myotomy is a safe and effective treatment for esophageal achalasia.
In addition to his research on minimally invasive surgical techniques
Dr. Balaji has also published research on a variety of other pediatric surgical topics
including:
• Undescended testis: Dr. Balaji has published a number of articles on the management of undescended testis
a condition in which one or both testicles do not descend into the scrotum. His research has focused on identifying the best treatment options for this condition.
• Intestinal malrotation: Dr. Balaji has also published research on intestinal malrotation
a condition in which the intestines are not twisted correctly. His research has focused on developing new diagnostic and treatment strategies for this condition.
• Appendicitis: Dr. Balaji has published research on the diagnosis and treatment of appendicitis
a common cause of abdominal pain in children. His research has focused on developing new ways to identify appendicitis early and to treat it effectively.
Dr. Dhiraj K Balaji is a highly respected pediatric surgeon who has made significant contributions to the field of pediatric surgery. His research has helped to improve the care of children with a variety of surgical conditions
and he is a true pioneer in the field of minimally invasive pediatric surgery.
Awards & Achivements
Secured All India Gold Medal in Paediatric Surgery (National Board of Examination) for the year 2007 -2008.Memberships
• Indian Association of Paediatric Surgeons• Bangalore Surgical Association
• IMA
Area of Interest
• General Paediatric Surgery• Paediatric Urology
Special interest in Hypospadias repair
Congenital anomalies of Kidney ureter
Bladder
Reconstructive Urology - Extropy repair
Bladder Augmentation
Feminizing genitoplasty etc.
• Neonatal Surgery
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