Endoscopy

The Department of Endoscopy has a full complement of high-end equipment. An expert team of doctors and well-trained nurses ensures prompt service and provides a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including:

1) GI Endoscopy: Poona Hospital & Research Centre offers various diagnostic procedures such as:

  • Gastroscopy
  • Duodenoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Oesophagoscopy

& several therapeutic procedures like:

  • Variceal Banding
  • Stricture Dilation
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Polypectomy

2) EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound): Poona Hospital & Research Centre has the latest state-of-the-art endoscopic ultrasound system with superior image quality. EUS helps in various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures like:

Diagnostic:

  • Mediastinal
  • Hepatobiliary- Pancreatic
  • Submucosal tumours

Therapeutic:

  • FNAs
  • Draining of pancreatic pseudocysts
  • Advanced procedures for biliary drainage etc.

3) Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS):

Poona Hospital & Research Centre is the only hospital in Maharashtra (except Mumbai) that has EBUS. The modality is used to sample and diagnose mediastinal nodes around the bronchial tree in:

  • Tuberculosis
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Lymphomas
  • Malignancies
  • Also useful in staging of pancreatic-biliary and upper GI Tract Malignancies

Also useful in mediastinal staging of documented lung malignancies, thus enabling the treating consultant to avoid surgical interventions in some patients.

4) Thoracoscopy: In thoracoscopy, a rigid telescope Is inserted through a small incision in the chest wall to visually inspect the lungs, mediastinum, and pleura.

  • To obtain tissue biopsies or fluid samples from pleura, or mediastinum in order to diagnose infections cancer, and other diseases.
  • To obtain a tissue sample (biopsy) for further evaluation and to diagnose inflammation, infection, fibrosis and Cancer.

The Poona Hospital & Research Center Team has the largest database on thoracoscopic lung biopsies for idiopathic interstitial pneumonias in India. (110 cases over 15 years)

5) Bronchoscopy: Rigid and flexible bronchoscopies are performed routinely by an expert team of doctors.

Our Team of Endoscopy Specialties:

Dr. Vinay Thorat

Education: MD (Med), MNAMS, MISG, DM (Gastro)

Specialities: Gastroenterology

OPD Timing: Mon & Wed - 12.30 pm to 02.30 pm

Dr. Nachiket Dubale

Education: DNB (Gen Med), DNB (Gastro)

Specialities: Gastroenterology

OPD Timing: Tues & Sat – 12.30 pm to 02.30 pm

Dr. Rupesh Lunkad

Education: DNB (Gen Med), DNB (Gastro)

Specialities: Gastroenterology

OPD Timing: Sat - 02.00 pm to 04.30 pm
FAQ
1) What is an endoscopy?
Endoscopy is a procedure that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera to examine the digestive tract or other internal organs.
2) Why is an endoscopy done?
It helps diagnose conditions like ulcers, acid reflux, infections, polyps, and cancers in the digestive system.
3) Is an endoscopy painful?
No, it is usually painless. A mild sedative is given to keep patients comfortable during the procedure.
4) How long does an endoscopy take?
The procedure typically takes 15–30 minutes, but recovery from sedation may take a few hours.
5) What are the types of endoscopy?
Common types include gastroscopy (stomach), colonoscopy (colon), bronchoscopy (lungs), and cystoscopy (bladder).

Endoscopy Centre in Pune – Diagnostic & Therapeutic Endoscopy

Endoscopy Centre in Pune

Poona Hospital & Research Centre provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy services in Pune through a dedicated endoscopy department equipped with high-end equipment and supported by an expert team of doctors and trained nurses. The department provides a range of gastrointestinal, pulmonary and endoscopic ultrasound procedures based on individual clinical requirements.

Endoscopy Test in Pune

Endoscopy procedures at Poona Hospital include gastroscopy, duodenoscopy, colonoscopy and oesophagoscopy for diagnostic evaluation of the gastrointestinal tract. The department also provides therapeutic procedures such as variceal banding, stricture dilation, sclerotherapy and polypectomy when clinically indicated.

Endoscopy Treatment & Diagnostics in Pune

Poona Hospital offers both diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Endoscopic procedures can help doctors examine internal structures, identify abnormalities and perform selected treatments during the same procedure when appropriate. The hospital's Gastroenterology service also includes advanced endoscopic procedures and Endoscopic Ultrasound.

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) in Pune

The Endoscopy Department has an advanced Endoscopic Ultrasound system with high image quality. EUS supports diagnostic assessment of mediastinal, hepatobiliary-pancreatic and submucosal conditions and can support therapeutic procedures such as fine needle aspiration, pancreatic pseudocyst drainage and advanced biliary drainage procedures.

Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) in Pune

Poona Hospital provides Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) for sampling and diagnosis of mediastinal lymph nodes and related conditions. The hospital states that EBUS is used in conditions including tuberculosis, sarcoidosis, lymphomas and malignancies and can support mediastinal staging in documented lung malignancies.

Thoracoscopy and Bronchoscopy in Pune

The department provides thoracoscopy for visual examination of the lungs, mediastinum and pleura and for obtaining tissue or fluid samples when clinically required. Rigid and flexible bronchoscopies are also performed routinely by an expert team for selected respiratory and pulmonary diagnostic needs.

Endoscopy Doctors in Pune

The current Endoscopy page lists Dr. Vinay Thorat, Dr. Nachiket Dubale and Dr. Rupesh Lunkad as part of the Endoscopy Specialties team. Their qualifications, specialties and OPD schedules should be verified on the live page before publication or implementation.

Specialized Endoscopy Services at Poona Hospital

Poona Hospital combines endoscopy, gastroenterology and respiratory diagnostic expertise with advanced procedures including GI endoscopy, EUS, EBUS, thoracoscopy and bronchoscopy. Procedure selection should be based on symptoms, diagnosis, medical history and specialist recommendation.