Rekha Raveendran, Chief Dietician and Diet consultant for diabetic, hypertensive, renal problems, gastro intestinal problems, obesity, PCOD, other weight management, pre and post-surgery cases including bariatric. Specialised in oncology and also handling awareness classes/ consultation for public through online and offline for different age group including pregnancy and lactation and weaning foods. Therapeutic diet and therapeutic feed planning also providing for needed patients. She has a graduation in Clinical Nutrition &amp; Dietetics and post-graduation in Food Science and Nutrition, having 18 years of experience in both Clinical and Community nutrition. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p

Sr. Consultant Paediatrician & Executive Director

Emergency care is the first-line, life-critical specialty. PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences understands the importance of prompt and advanced emergency care for unforeseen illnesses&nbsp; and injuries. We prioritise patients based on the nature of their illnesses and provide comprehensive medical and surgical care. &nbsp; &nbsp; In this time-sensitive specialty, we realise the importance of providing hospital-based care in the pre-hospital environment. Our ambulance and emergency care services are tailored to&nbsp; provide the best medical response in an emergency.&nbsp; &nbsp; We have a full-fledged, well-equipped, state-of-the-art facility for Advanced Emergency and Trauma Care. This 20-bedded Emergency Department (ED) is manned by experienced doctors and paramedic staff 24 x 7 thereby ensuring quality healthcare to all patients. Our established core competencies in emergency care enable us to quickly attend to a wide range of eventualities including medical, surgical, paediatric, orthopaedics, cardiovascular, neurological, gastrointestinal, respiratory, nephrology, urology, ENT, ophthalmology as well as gynaecology and obstetrics emergencies.&nbsp;DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS:&nbsp;<ul><li>20 bed Emergency Department of International standards with all essential state-of- the-art equipment&nbsp;</li><li>Round-the-clock coverage by qualified Emergency Physicians for safe and efficient&nbsp; patient care&nbsp;</li><li>Life-saving emergency procedures performed in ED by Emergency Physicians&nbsp; without delay&nbsp;</li><li>Follows International Triage system which prioritizes patients according to the&nbsp; severity of their conditions into priority I to III, to identify and promptly manage&nbsp; critically ill patients&nbsp;</li><li>Point-of-care lab testing facility, Ultrasound machine and Portable x-ray inside ED for&nbsp; quick diagnosis and decision making&nbsp;</li><li>Follows Internationally accepted treatment protocols&nbsp;</li><li>Specially trained multidisciplinary team to manage major trauma/accident cases&nbsp;</li><li>Doctors and Staff &ndash; trained in Trauma, Cardiac and Pediatric life support&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent Toxicology &amp; Decontamination facilities for poisoning/drug overdose&nbsp; patients</li><li>24-hour radiology department back-up with CT, MRI, and Ultrasound scans &ndash;&nbsp; adjacent to ED&nbsp;</li><li>Round-the-clock availability of Blood products</li><li>Emergency Thrombolysis in Acute Stroke&nbsp;</li><li>Emergency Angioplasty and Thrombolysis in Heart attack</li></ul>

Accident & Emergency Medicine

The Anaesthesiology is a branch of medicine that allows safe usage of medical drugs to induce a reversible state of total or partial lack of responsiveness to surgical procedures, so that they can be carried out smoothly, without causing any distress and inconvenience to the patient.&nbsp;The Department of Anaesthesiology at PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences uses the most advanced safe and patient-focused techniques in the delivery of anaesthetic care. Our team of extremely skilled and experienced anaesthesiologists aims to provide optimum quality patient care not only in the operation theatres but also beyond it by optimizing pre-operative patient status and providing comprehensive patient care during the early postoperative period.&nbsp;

Anaesthesiology

The Department of Audiology and Speech therapy is a specialty dealing with disorders in hearing and communication skills. This department is equipped with modern audiometer, tympanogram and OAE machine. The department does speech evaluation and therapy for all needy patients. Also deals with identification, diagnosis and treatment of hearing, balance and auditory disorders of all ages. The department facilitate newborns hearing screening programme for the early identification of hearing loss.&nbsp; SCOPE OF SERVICES <ul> <li>Pure tone Audiometry &amp; Special Tests</li> <li>Immittance audiometry</li> <li>Speech audiometry</li> <li>Otoacoustic emissions</li> <li>Hearing aid trial and fitting</li> <li>Speech assessment and therapy</li> <li>Voice assessment and therapy</li> </ul>

Audiology & Speech Therapy

PARCO Cardiac Sciences is one of the most advanced facilities of its kind in the region and it offers advanced Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology. The department has an outpatient, inpatient and short stay division. The interventional lab is a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence based one of the few systems in Kerala. The excellent team of doctors comprising of Interventional Cardiologists/Critical care team/Anaesthesiologists offers an exemplary and evidenced-based treatment to the patients. The team follows a standardized, protocol based and patient centric treatment approach by discussing each and every case in detail with the multidisciplinary team and deciding the best way forward. PARCO Cardiac Sciences is well equipped to deliver diagnostic and therapeutic technology to ensure high-precision diagnosis, precise treatment and best possible medical outcomes. SCOPE OF SERVICES&nbsp; <ul> <li>Primary Angioplasty&nbsp;</li> <li>Coronary Angiogram &amp; Angioplasty&nbsp;</li> <li>Peripheral Angiogram &amp; Angioplasty&nbsp;</li> <li>PTCA (Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty) &nbsp;</li> <li>Temporary &amp; Permanent Pacemaker Implantation&nbsp;</li> </ul> FACILITIES&nbsp; <ul> <li>Well-equipped Interventional Cardiology Team&nbsp;</li> <li>24x7 Cardiac Emergency Management</li> <li>Fully-equipped Critical Care Unit&nbsp;</li> <li>Heart Failure Clinic</li> <li>Fully-equipped Cardiac Ambulance&nbsp;</li> <li>Continuous Holter Monitoring&nbsp;</li> <li>Top-Notch Echo machine&nbsp;</li> <li>Cardiac Stress Test/Treadmill Test&nbsp;</li> </ul>

Cardiac Sciences

The department of Clinical Nutrition at PARCO helps people to improve their Nutritional status by implementing Nutritional care plans. We are providing Nutrition support for both In-patients &amp; Out-patients depending upon their individual Nutritional requirements and our nutrition support system mainly focuses on Nutrition Screening, Nutrition Assessment, Nutrition Intervention &amp; Nutrition Monitoring through assessing Anthropometric measurements, Biochemical values, Clinical symptoms &amp; Dietary recall. Managed by a team of well qualified dieticians. We are also providing online consultation and follow-up for people who are unable to reach out to the Dietician/ residing abroad. &nbsp; SCOPE&nbsp;OF&nbsp;SERVICES <ul> <li>Diabetic control diet &nbsp;</li> <li>Diet for prevention of cardiac issues</li> <li>Renal diet [ Including Dialysis] &nbsp;</li> <li>Weight loss management for children &amp; Adult&nbsp;</li> <li>Diet for PCOD &amp; Thyroid&nbsp;</li> <li>Diet support for pregnant women &amp; Lactating mothers</li> <li>Weaning foods</li> <li>Pre &amp; Post-surgical diet including Bariatric &nbsp;</li> <li>Hepatic diet</li> <li>Gout management</li> <li>Onco diet</li> <li>Immuno-enhancing diet</li> <li>Anti-inflammatory diet&nbsp;</li> <li>Therapeutic feeds&nbsp;</li> </ul>

Clinical Nutrition

Critical care (also known as Intensive Care) is a multi-professional healthcare speciality that cares for patients with acute, life-threatening illness or injury. Critical care provided by teams of highly experienced and professional physicians, nurses, respiratory care technicians, pharmacists and other allied health professionals who use their unique expertise, ability to interpret important therapeutic information, access to highly sophisticated equipment and the services of support personnel to provide care that leads to the best outcome for the patient.&nbsp;

Critical Care

The Department of Deglutology Science &amp; Voice Specialty Centre provides Evaluation, diagnosis and management of individuals with dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing and voice problems for all age groups. The department is well equipped with all the available international standardized assessment equipment, interventions and provide Deglutologist (Swallow specialist) consultation. We offer advanced Instrumental evaluations such as laryngoscopy, flexible endoscopic swallowing evaluation, video fluoroscopic swallowing evaluation, MG etc. Adjunctive modalities for the treatment such as NES, EMST etc. &nbsp;also provided. Deglutologist also provide counselling and education to patients and caregivers on strategies for safe and effective swallowing as well as supervise therapy sessions to improve swallowing function. The department consists of full-fledged OPD and Long term IPD care and Instrumental evaluations. SCOPE OF SERVICES&nbsp; <ul> <li>Swallowing interventions for all age group</li> <li>Post stroke speech and swallow rehabilitation</li> <li>Oncology rehabilitation</li> <li>Parkinson's swallow rehabilitation</li> <li>NGT intubation</li> <li>Sleep apnea therapy</li> <li>Voice therapy</li> <li>Neuro speech Rehabilitation</li> </ul>

Deglutology

The aesthetically designed Department of Dermatology at PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences is one of its kind with quality care providing compassionate, individualized care for both adults and children. Dermatology with expertise at PARCO with the latest techniques aims at offering solutions in the diagnosis and management of all conditions of Skin, Hair and Nails, with the advanced treatment modalities along with newest Cosmetological procedures and Hair Transplantation. &nbsp; TREATMENTS &nbsp; <ul> <li>Hair Transplantation&nbsp;</li> <li>Laser hair removal&nbsp;</li> <li>Acne scar reduction&nbsp;</li> <li>Anti-aging treatments&nbsp;</li> <li>Wrinkle reduction&nbsp;</li> <li>Botox/Fillers&nbsp;</li> <li>Double Chin reduction&nbsp;</li> <li>Microneedling Radiofrequency&nbsp;</li> <li>RF skin tightening&nbsp;</li> <li>RF subcision/RF needling/Matrix&nbsp;</li> <li>Face Rejuvenation&nbsp;</li> <li>Pigmentation treatments&nbsp;</li> <li>Chemical Peels&nbsp;</li> <li>Hydrafacial&nbsp;</li> <li>Hair Regrowth treatments&nbsp;</li> <li>PRP&nbsp;</li> <li>Mesotherapy</li> <li>Glutathione&nbsp;</li> <li>Dermatosurgery&nbsp;</li> <li>Nail surgeries&nbsp;</li> <li>Pediatric Dermatology&nbsp;</li> </ul>

Dermatology & Cosmetology

The PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences Department of Endocrinology is one of the full-fledged Endocrinology center in the state of Kerala and provides advanced care for diabetes mellitus as well as complex endocrine diseases. There are full facilities for the investigation and treatment of endocrine problems in adult, pediatric, and adolescent patients and all the complications of diabetes. The Centre consists of a dedicated and well-qualified&nbsp; Senior Endocrinology &amp; Diabetes Specialist Trained in Diabetic Foot Management, insulin pump therapy, advanced obesity management, thyroid cancer, sex hormone &amp; other hormonal issues who along with team of diabetic fellowship trainees, diabetic educators, physiotherapists, psychologists, podiatry assistants, medical social workers, dieticians and support nursing, administrative and research staff provide updated advanced treatment at affordable cost.&nbsp;

Endocrinology

The field of medicine has made advances by leaps and bounds, which has mirrored in the speciality of Otorhinolaryngology or ENT to a commendable extent. From the traditional conservative managements to Lasers, Hopkin rod endoscopes and image guidance systems, ENT has grown to become a fully modernized branch. Our Department of ENT at PARCO is equipped with all the modern day tools and technologies to aid in comprehensive management of every clinical conditions related to Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck region and is run by a professional and efficient team of nurses, audiologists, therapists and technicians lead by experienced ENT surgeons. The department comprises of Out Patient bays, Endoscopy cluster, Audiology Speech and Language Pathology unit, Minor operation theatre and a state of art ENT Exclusive Operation Theatre.&nbsp; Working as a referral centre in the area we are happy to serve patients who need precise work up, regular follow up and timely management as in cases of congenital deafness, speech development delay, allergic conditions of nose and throat, tonsil and adenoid diseases, vertigo, tinnitus, nasal polyposis, chronic sinusitis, chronic otitis media, Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, thyroid disorders, neck swellings, voice disorders, nasolacrimal duct obstruction, chronic headache etc. Operation Theatre and Anaesthesia Department are fully functional to take up indicated disease conditions requiring surgeries in a time bound manner. Planned day care surgeries are performed for selected conditions which does not require any admission in the hospital. Services offered: <ul> <li>Endoscopy Cluster:</li> <li>&nbsp;Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy</li> <li>Video Laryngoscopy</li> <li>&nbsp;Otoendoscopy</li> <li>&nbsp;Minor Ear and Nose endoscopic procedures (wax removal, foreign body removal, cauterisation)</li> <li>Vertigo Clinic with Vestibular and Canalolith Repositioning Maneuver exercise demonstration lab.</li> <li>&nbsp;Audiology, Speech and Language Pathology Unit</li> <li>Hearing tests: PTA, Impedance audiometry, Oto Acoustic Emissions (OAE).</li> <li>&nbsp;Hearing Aid trial, dispensation and servicing.</li> <li>Voice assessment and therapy</li> <li>Speech therapy</li> <li>Migraine and Headache Clinic</li> <li>State of art Operation Theatre</li> <li>&nbsp;Endoscopic Nose Surgeries (FESS, Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy.)</li> <li>Nasal septal correction surgeries</li> <li>Microscopic ear surgeries (Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy and Reconstructions)</li> <li>&nbsp;Endoscopic Tympanoplasty</li> <li>Myringotomy and Grommet insertion</li> <li>Ear lobe repair and reconstruction.</li> <li>Microlaryngeal Surgeries</li> <li>Direct Laryngoscopy, Esophagoscopy.</li> <li>Head and Neck Surgeries (Thyroid, Parotid.)</li> <li>Paediatric ENT Surgeries (Tonsil and Adenoid Surgeries, Tongue tie release, Myringotomy, Foreign body removal.)</li> <li>&nbsp;Ear pinna and lobe repair and reconstruction.</li> <li>Endoscopic, Laryngoscopic and Open Biopsy.</li> </ul>

The gastroenterology department provides prevention, diagnosis and treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders. It includes disorders of oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, gall bladder, pancreas and liver, which may be simple like jaundice to complex like IBD, IBS or cancer. The Gastroenterology unit in PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and modern devices to conduct a wide array of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. In addition, the unit offers small intestinal endoscopy, allowing doctors to visualize and diagnose conditions in the small intestine. Endoscopy, Therapeutic Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy), Upper GI bleed, Esophageal Banding other therapeutic procedures. These advanced procedures, along with many others, reflect the unit's commitment to providing comprehensive and high-quality care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders. The utilization of cutting-edge technologies ensures accurate diagnoses and effective treatments, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of the patients under their care. &nbsp; SCOPE OF SERVICES &middot;&nbsp;Endoscopy &middot;&nbsp;Therapeutic Endoscopy &middot;&nbsp;OGD (Oesophago-Gastro-Duodenoscopy) &middot;&nbsp;Colonoscopy &middot;&nbsp;Polypectomy &middot;&nbsp;Foreign body Removal &middot;&nbsp;Emergency Therapeutic Procedures

Gastroenterology

The Department of General Medicine &amp; Diabetology provide multi-disciplinary care to patients in all groups diagnosed with chronic ailments. The department is well equipped and supported by all diagnostic services to manage patients with all chronic health conditions including diabetes, asthma, allergy, infectious diseases etc.The department provide clinical support to other departments by medically managing the patients who have undergone complex surgical procedures.&nbsp; A General Physician will assess the overall health of a patient and will conduct tests to identify the disease which will be either managed by them or with the involvement of other Specialists wherever required.&nbsp; The department at PARCO consist of full-fledged General Medicine OPD, IPD, Lab Services, Radiology, Medical Intensive Care Unit, 24 X 7 pharmacy and Emergency Services.&nbsp;

General Medicine & Diabetology

At PARCO General Surgery Unit, we have a team of medical professionals with top notch training, skills and experience and are committed to provide quality care. We perform a broad major of surgical procedures ranging from minor surgeries to larger complex cases. Many of these surgeries are done through minimally invasive approach with small incisions that allow patients to recover more quickly and experience less pain and blood loss. Our mission is to improve the care of our patients by providing the latest and most advanced surgical patient care compassionately considering the clinical diagnosis and overall condition of the patient. The team is trained in the diagnosis, preoperative, operative, and postoperative management of patient care. &nbsp;Procedures we perform :<ul><li>Incision and Drainage of abscess&nbsp;</li><li>Appendectomy</li><li>Anal Fistula Surgery &nbsp;</li><li>Cholecystectomy&nbsp;</li><li>Colectomy&nbsp;</li><li>Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy&nbsp;</li><li>Colorectal Surgery</li><li>Haemorrhoidectomy &ndash; Open, Stapler &amp; Laser&nbsp;</li><li>Hernia surgery &ndash; Open &amp; Laparoscopic &nbsp;</li><li>Sphincterotomy&nbsp;</li><li>Thyroidectomy&nbsp;</li><li>Surgery for Varicose Vein&nbsp;</li><li>Diabetic Foot Ulcer Management &nbsp;</li></ul>The diagnosis we treat :<ul><li>Trauma Cases&nbsp;</li><li>Appendix&nbsp;</li><li>Gall bladder stones&nbsp;</li><li>Soft Tissue Injury to organs&nbsp;</li><li>Lump/Mass in organs&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;

General & Laparoscopic Surgery

The department of Neonatology at PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences concentrates in medical and surgical management of new-borns and premature babies. The department has highly qualified neonatologists, paediatricians, and nurses who are well trained in advanced new-born care.&nbsp; Our team of neonatologists and paediatricians are available round the clock and provides clinical management and support to critically ill premature and full-term babies. We have comprehensive policy towards infection control with use of high end Hepafilters and isolated arrangements of beds in NICU to avoid cross infection. Our state-of-the-art Level-III NICU is manned and fully equipped with high frequency ventilation, the unit offers advanced respiratory support for babies with breathing difficulties. X-ray, CT, MRI, USG Cranium, as well as cardiac and respiratory monitoring are available at our facility.&nbsp; Our state-of-the-art Level-III NICU is manned and fully equipped with high frequency ventilation, the unit offers advanced respiratory support for babies with breathing difficulties. X-ray, CT, MRI, USG Cranium, as well as cardiac and respiratory monitoring are available at our facility.&nbsp; Our facilities <ul> <li>Level-III NICU &nbsp;</li> <li>Incubator</li> <li>Conventional ventilator</li> <li>CPAP</li> <li>HFNC</li> <li>LED Phototherapy Units</li> <li>In-house Neuro Sonography</li> <li>Portable X-Ray</li> <li>ABG</li> <li>MRI</li> <li>Live video stream for your baby.&nbsp;</li> <li>Whole Body Cooling (Mira Cradle)</li> <li>High Risk Clinic (Newly ROP Screening, Hearing Assessment (OAE), Echo Screening)</li> <li>USG Cranium Screening.</li> </ul> Scope of Services <ul> <li>24/7 Fully equipped Neonatal Intensive Care Unit</li> <li>24/7 Neonatologists Service</li> <li>Developmental Supportive Care</li> <li>Special Care for Premature Babies&nbsp;</li> <li>Total Parenteral Nutrition</li> <li>High Risk Baby following Clinic</li> <li>New born Transport Vehicle</li> <li>Special Care for High Risk New born</li> <li>Surfactant Therapy&nbsp;</li> <li>New born Screening</li> <li>Exchange Transfusion</li> <li>Eye, ear, head and heart screening for preterm babies</li> <li>Vaccination Clinic</li> </ul>

Neonatology

Department of Nephrology at the Centre for Renal Sciences, Parco Institute of Medical Sciences, Vatakara is committed to improve the lives of patients with kidney diseases and related health conditions.&nbsp;The dedicated team comprises of experienced Nephrologists, medical officers, dialysis technicians and nursing staff who are determined to deliver world-class patient care at the most affordable rates. &nbsp; &nbsp; The department provides care in all aspects of Nephrology such as: &nbsp;<ul><li>Glomerular Diseases&nbsp;</li><li>Diabetic Kidney Disease &nbsp;</li><li>Hypertension &nbsp;</li><li>Paediatric Nephrology &amp; Nephrotic Syndrome&nbsp;</li><li>Onco-nephrology&nbsp;</li><li>Complicated UTI&nbsp;</li><li>Hemodialysis&nbsp;</li><li>Peritoneal Dialysis&nbsp;</li><li>Vascular access care &ndash; Temporary &amp; Permanent vascular access creation&nbsp;</li><li>Critical Care &amp; Interventional Nephrology&nbsp;</li><li>Hem perfusion&nbsp;</li><li>Plasmapheresis&nbsp;</li><li>Renal Transplantation</li><li>Ultrasound Guided renal biopsy&nbsp;</li><li>Renal Nutrition and Personalised diet management&nbsp;</li></ul>

Nephrology

Neuro Intervention &nbsp; Our faculty of Department of Neurosciences who specialize in Neuro interventional/ Cerebrovascular procedures/ Surgery include a diverse group of Interventional Neurologist and Neurosurgeon, who provide an integrated endovascular and surgical approach to treating stroke, TIA, subarachnoid and intracerebral haemorrhage, brain aneurysms, vascular malformations, carotid and intracranial stenosis and other complex cerebrovascular disorders. &nbsp;Patient Care&nbsp;<ul><li>Acute ischemic and haemorrhagic stoke&nbsp;</li><li>Cavernous malformations/angiomas (Craniotomy, Radiosurgery)&nbsp;</li><li>Cerebral aneurysmus (Coiling, clipping, Flow Diversion)&nbsp;</li><li>Cerebral/spinal arteriovenous malformations and dural arteriovenous fistulas (Craniotomy, Embolization, Radiosurgery)&nbsp;</li><li>Carotid/vertebral artery disease (Stenosis, Dissection,&nbsp; Endarterectomy, stenting)&nbsp;</li><li>Embolization for head/Neck/Spine, epistaxis&nbsp;</li><li>Extracranial AVM and lymphatic/venous malformations of the head,&nbsp; neck and spine&nbsp;</li><li>Idiopathic intracranial hypertension/venous malformations of the&nbsp; head, neck and spine&nbsp;</li><li>Intracranial stenosis (Angioplasty, stenting, Bypass)&nbsp;</li><li>Moyamoya Disease (Direct/indirect EC-IC Bypass Surgery)&nbsp;</li><li>Neurovascular compression syndromes (Trigeminal Neuralgia,&nbsp; Hemifacial spasm)</li><li>Transient ischemic attacks&nbsp;</li></ul>Scope of Services&nbsp;<ul><li>DSA (Digital Subtraction Angiography)&nbsp;</li><li>EEG (Electroencephalogram)&nbsp;</li><li>Evoked Potentials (BAEP, VEP, SSEP)&nbsp;</li><li>Polysomnography (PSG)&nbsp;</li><li>Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT)&nbsp;</li><li>ENMG (Electro Neuro Myography)&nbsp;</li><li>Intra-operative Monitoring&nbsp;</li><li>Autonomic Dysfunction Tests (ADT)</li></ul>Services Offered&nbsp;<ul><li>Interventional Neurology &amp; Endovascular Neuro Interventions for&nbsp; Aneurysms/AVM/DAVM/DAVF &nbsp;</li><li>Tumour Embolization&nbsp;</li><li>Acute Stroke Intervention&nbsp;</li><li>Stroke and Neuro Critical Care Unit&nbsp;</li><li>Cerebrovascular Diseases (Stroke) Centre</li><li>Epilepsy Clinic&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive Headache Clinic &nbsp;</li><li>Movement Disorders and Gait Service&nbsp;</li><li>Neuromuscular Service&nbsp;</li><li>Clinical Neurophysiology Laboratory</li></ul>DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSURGERY&nbsp;At PARCO INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, Department of Neurosurgery, state-of-the-art surgical as well as microsurgical techniques are employed to diagnose, treat and alleviate pain and disability caused by neurological problems. A highly qualified and skilled team comprising neurosurgeon along with an efficient team of anaesthesiologists, nurses, and medical staff guide the patient through the entire process aiding a smooth procedure and recuperation. Procedures like Spine Trauma, Head Injuries, Polytrauma, Spine Surgery, Brain Tumour surgery, Disk replacement surgery, Endovascular Neurosurgery are routinely&nbsp; performed at PARCO INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES&nbsp;&nbsp;Patient Care<ul><li>Micro & Endoscopic Surgery of Brain & Spine Trauma&nbsp;</li><li>Tumour of Brain & Spine&nbsp; </li><li>Paediatric Neurosurgery&nbsp; </li><li>Cerebrovascular surgery&nbsp; </li><li>Minimally invasive Surgery of Spine&nbsp; </li><li>Skull base surgery&nbsp; </li><li>Functional Neurosurgery&nbsp; </li><li>Neuro-Endocrine Surgery&nbsp; </li><li>Degenerative Spine Disease&nbsp; </li></ul>

Neuro Medicine & Neuro Surgery

This care starts with the right support and guidance throughout this beautiful journey in pregnancy.&nbsp; PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences&rsquo; Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Infertility offers comprehensive diagnosis and management with advanced care. We deal with all aspects of pregnancy, from prenatal care to post-natal care along with all common gynaecology issues.&nbsp; The highest quality of service and personalized care is provided to women in different age groups by our team of obstetricians and Gynaecologists. They manage painless deliveries and minimally invasive surgeries for complex gynaecology issues with our state of the art of technology. We make sure to provide total safety and comfort during their hospital visit/hospitalization.&nbsp; PARCO Fertility Centre offers treatment for couples who don&rsquo;t have children for any reasons. The clinic is well advanced in diagnosing and treating fertility problems. So, we are here to support you through this journey of attaining your dream of having a healthy baby.&nbsp;

Gynaecology, Obstetrics & Infertility

The department of Ophthalmology at PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences has good facilities and well-trained medical personnel who provide treatments for various issues and afflictions that plague the eye. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art operation theatres and advanced eye care equipment. Patients can avail treatment for a number of eye issues, ranging from a routine eye check-up to more complex procedures like Cataract surgery, Squint surgery and oculoplastic surgery. The department also has the necessary facilities for diagnostic procedures like Gonioscopy, Perimetry (Humphry field analyser) and Keratometry. The team at department of Ophthalmology at PARCO include highly-trained and experienced doctors and surgeons, who are backed by dedicated group of nurses and technicians.&nbsp;

Ophthalmology

The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is equipped to treat a spectrum of diseases of the face and jaws. This includes extraction of teeth, surgical removal of impacted tooth, cysts and tumors of jaws, emergency and trauma care. The surgeons are well trained in emergency trauma care and cosmetic facial correction. The department focuses on sterile techniques and excellent perioperative care. The vision of our department aims to increase the public awareness and to make our services available to all sectors of the society.&nbsp;

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 

The Centre of Orthopaedics at PARCO Institute of Medical sciences is one of the best centre in Calicut that offers specialized services for comprehensive management of musculoskeletal disorders in adults and children.&nbsp; We have an exceptionally talented, specialized team of doctors, nurses and physical therapists who take a whole-body approach to diagnosing and treating orthopaedic conditions. Our team provides personalised, comprehensive care for a wide range of orthopaedic conditions including spine, knee, hip, foot and ankle, paediatric care, hand and arm, elbow and shoulder. Our doctors provide patients an unparalleled expertise in both surgical and non-operative care in spinal injuries, Joint replacement, Sports medicine &amp; Orthopaedic surgery. &nbsp; We have expert team of joint replacement surgery and our personalized care has enabled countless individuals to live pain-free lives once again. In addition, we are supported by a team of excellent radiologists and physiotherapists who provide integrated care and work towards the quick rehabilitation of the patient and for better outcomes. We are also able to treat complex trauma cases, poly-trauma, long bone fractures and related injuries.Ortho Facilities&nbsp; <ul> <li>Ortho Facilities&nbsp;</li> <li>Treatment for all types of Musculoskeletal injuries including Spine.&nbsp;</li> <li>Handle poly-trauma cases&nbsp;</li> <li>Provides services for Limb reconstruction and joint replacement&nbsp;</li> <li>Facilities for Arthroscopy.&nbsp;</li> <li>Compassionate patient care&nbsp;</li> <li>Advanced implants and screws.&nbsp;</li> <li>Minimal invasive surgery in fracture fixation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Supported by a team of excellent radiologists, physiotherapists and pain management experts&nbsp;</li> <li>Arthritis Care&nbsp;</li> <li>Deformity Correction, Limb lengthening&nbsp;</li> <li>Paediatric Orthopaedics&nbsp;</li> <li>Joint Replacement Services&nbsp;</li> <li>Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty.&nbsp;</li> <li>Shoulder Stabilization&nbsp;</li> <li>Repair of shoulder impingement syndrome and Rotator Cuff Tear&nbsp;</li> <li>Revision Joint Replacements&nbsp;</li> </ul> Treatments&nbsp; <ul> <li>Musculoskeletal Trauma&nbsp;</li> <li>Arthritis&nbsp;</li> <li>Soft Tissue injuries&nbsp;</li> <li>Spinal Fracture&nbsp;</li> <li>Bone deformity&nbsp;</li> <li>Disc Prolapse&nbsp;</li> <li>Sports injuries&nbsp;</li> <li>Muscles tears&nbsp;</li> <li>Paediatric Orthopaedics&nbsp;</li> <li>Bone Cancers&nbsp;</li> <li>Neuromuscular disorders&nbsp;</li> <li>Clubfoot&nbsp;</li> <li>Joint Dislocation &nbsp;</li> <li>Osteoarthritis&nbsp;</li> </ul>Procedures Performed at PARCO&nbsp; <ul> <li>Advanced Trauma Surgeries&nbsp;</li> <li>Total Knee replacement&nbsp;</li> <li>Total Hip replacement&nbsp;</li> <li>Corrective surgery for mal-union and non-union fractures&nbsp;</li> <li>Arthroscopic Shoulder&nbsp;</li> <li>Total elbow replacement&nbsp;</li> <li>Joint Arthrotomy&nbsp;</li> <li>Key hole surgery for knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle disorders&nbsp;</li> <li>Complex trauma joint replacement.</li> <li>Internal fixation&nbsp;</li> <li>Carpal Tunnel Release&nbsp;</li> <li>Deformity Correction&nbsp;</li> <li>Arthroscopy&nbsp;</li> <li>Repair of tissue damage&nbsp;</li> <li>Knee joint aspiration and injection&nbsp;</li> <li>Open Reduction &amp; Internal Fixation (ORIF)&nbsp;</li> <li>Bipolar Fixation&nbsp;</li> <li>Implant Removal&nbsp;</li> <li>Debridement Procedure&nbsp;</li> <li>ACL Reconstruction&nbsp;</li> <li>Knee Meniscetomy&nbsp;</li> <li>Osteotomy&nbsp;</li> <li>K wire Fixation&nbsp;</li> <li>PFN Surgery (Proximal Femoral Nail)&nbsp;</li> <li>Carpal Tunnel Surgery&nbsp;</li> <li>Subacromial Decompression&nbsp;</li> <li>De Quervains Release&nbsp;</li> <li>Sacroiliac joint Injection&nbsp;</li> <li>Caudal epidural Injection&nbsp;</li> </ul>

Orthopaedics- Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine & Traumatology

We provide specialized surgical treatment options for newborns, infants, children and adolescents who are suffering from wide range of congenital and acquired conditions, including trauma and other emergencies. The Surgical team is led by senior and experienced Consultant, who have been trained in leading hospital in India. The department is backed by a team of competent and qualified Neonatologists, Paediatricians, Paediatric Anaesthetist and trained nursing staffs. Apart from Paediatric general surgery we have infrastructure and expertise in Neonatal Surgery, Paediatric Laparoscopy, Paediatric Urology, Paediatric Thoracic Surgery (Non- Cardiovascular). We also provide prenatal counselling and support to our couple clients who are expecting their baby, for birth defects detected during pregnancy. Our expert team of Obstetricians, Radiologists, Paediatric Surgeons and Neonatologists collectively offer this service

Paediatric Surgery

Paediatric Gastroenterology department is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children with digestive and liver disorders. We understand the unique challenges and concerns that come with caring for a child with these conditions and we are committed to providing compassionate and supportive care. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of the conditions: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) Constipation Diarrhea Liver diseases (Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Biliary Atresia) Malabsorption syndromes Food allergies and intolerances

Pediatric Gastroenterology

PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences Department of Paediatrics and Neonatology provides treatment of outstanding quality in paediatric care. Children are cared for by trained intensive staff and effective treatment is provided for simple as well as complex diseases. Our paediatrician is specially trained to treat cases of complicated health in new born.

Paediatrics

The department of Physiotherapy &amp; sports rehabilitation aims to focus on implementing evidence based treatment protocols in all the specialized units in the field of physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation units. Our department provides the necessary training to meet the total range of patient care responsibilities involved in preventing disabilities and promoting restoration of function to the physically impaired, including Musculoskeletal, Neuromuscular disorders that interfere with the physical function. We aim to provide individualized services that are created to the specific needs of the patient and are developed and provided by a team of highly qualified and experienced specialist physiotherapy clinicians. Physiotherapy clinicians use their knowledge and skill to assess and diagnose and implement a plan of care in their specific areas of practice. PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences is the only one of its kind to provide specialist service in the field of physiotherapy.&nbsp; SCOPE&nbsp;OF&nbsp;SERVICES <ul> <li>Orthopaedic &amp; Sports Physiotherapy</li> <li>Neuro Physiotherapy &amp; Movement Science</li> <li>Cardio Respiratory Physiotherapy</li> <li>Geriatrics Physiotherapy&nbsp;</li> <li>General &amp; Critical Care Physiotherapy</li> <li>Paediatric Physiotherapy</li> <li>Spine Manual Therapy&nbsp;</li> <li>Spinal Decompression Therapy&nbsp;</li> </ul>

Physiotherapy & Sports Rehabilitation

PARCO mental health services that are specifically aimed to mitigate the morbidity caused by mental disorders and the social stigma associated with it. We understand the importance of addressing both psychological and physical issues when it comes to achieving optimal health and well-being. We are strongly committed to maintaining the best rehabilitation centre standards to help every patient with any kind of dependence such as alcohol addiction, opioid addiction, all types of drug addiction and process limited addiction. That's why we have dedicated our department to providing top-notch psychiatric care for our patients. Our team of experienced psychiatrists and psychologists are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals struggling with mental health conditions. Stress and anxiety are an inevitable part of modern life. Our goal is to help our patients achieve a sense of peace and harmony, and to reduce stress in order to enhance the quality of their lives. We offer a wide range of services. Scope of Services <ul> <li>Providing psychological, family and social counseling&nbsp;</li> <li>Addiction problems in adolescents and adults</li> <li>Generalized Anxiety Disorders</li> <li>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy</li> <li>Psychological and drug treatment</li> <li>Women mental health disorders in pregnancy and postnatal</li> <li>Psychiatric assessment before bariatric surgery</li> <li>Excessive nervousness and rapid irritability</li> <li>Sleep disorders such as lack of sleep, nightmares and Phobia</li> <li>Acute panic attack</li> <li>Obsessive Compulsive Disorders</li> <li>Pathological fear of public&nbsp;</li> <li>Personality disorders</li> <li>Depression of all kinds</li> <li>Schizophrenia of all kinds</li> <li>Mania</li> <li>Bipolar mood disorder</li> <li>Obesity and associated mental disorder</li> <li>Attention deficit hyper activity in children (ADHA)</li> <li>Sexual disorders</li> </ul>

Psychiatry & De-Addiction

The team consist of well experienced medical professionals, technicians, paramedical staff and trained ICU nursing team. Bronchoscopy Department, Critical Care Unit, Isolation ICU, Medical ICU, 24 X 7 emergency services provide support to the department.We have a highly qualified and trained pulmonology team who are dedicated to provide personalized care for each patient to get the best outcome based on the clinical diagnosis. &nbsp; Department of Pulmonology focus on the respiratory system or lungs and diseases that affect it. We at PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences, aimed at establishing the diagnosis, management and treatment of disorders of the respiratory system which includes the lungs, airways, thoracic cavity and chest wall. We also take care of allergies, sleep disorders and medical conditions that affect the lungs and breathing capabilities in all age groups. &nbsp; Treatments&nbsp; Common diseases treated at this department are&nbsp; <ul> <li>Asthma&nbsp;</li> <li>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)&nbsp;</li> <li>Chronic bronchitis, Bronchiectasis&nbsp;</li> <li>Cystic fibrosis&nbsp;</li> <li>Emphysema&nbsp;</li> <li>Interstitial lung disease&nbsp;</li> <li>Pneumonia&nbsp;</li> <li>Lung cancer&nbsp;</li> <li>Sleep Disorder&nbsp;</li> <li>Tuberculosis&nbsp;</li> <li>Pulmonary hypertension&nbsp;</li> <li>Lung Infections&nbsp;</li> <li>Bronchitis&nbsp;</li> <li>COVID-19 pneumonia&nbsp;</li> </ul> SERVICES&nbsp; <ul> <li>Bronchoscopy&nbsp;</li> <li>Pulmonary Function Test&nbsp;</li> <li>Polysomnography (Sleep study)&nbsp;</li> <li>CT Guided Lung Biopsy&nbsp;</li> <li>Allery Test &nbsp;</li> <li>Pleural Fluid Aspiration&nbsp;</li> <li>Pleural Catheter Placement&nbsp;</li> <li>Talc Pleurodesis&nbsp;</li> <li>Pulmonary Rehabilitation &nbsp;</li> <li>6-miniute walk test &nbsp;</li> </ul>

Pulmonology

Radiology is a branch of medicine which gives us the images of our body to diagnose and treat diseases in the body. Imaging techniques such as X-ray,ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) etc. are used in the process. The medical person who does radiology process is called radiologist.&nbsp; PARCO Institute of Medical Sciences has the facility to cater almost all radiological interventions including X-ray, CT scan, MRI, Ultrasound scan etc. PARCO has a team of well experienced radiologists who help us for accurate diagnosis. The department consists of highly trained and experienced technicians, and skilled radiologists who are dedicated to provide 24X7 quality patient care.&nbsp; MRI&nbsp; <ul> <li>Siemens 1.5 Tesla True Form Superconducting MRI system with silent &nbsp;scan</li> <li>Advanced Artificial intelligence based scanner&nbsp;</li> <li>Better image clarity at shorter time</li> <li>Capable to perform Advanced scans includes Oncology, Neurology, &nbsp; &nbsp;Orthopaedics,Gastro &amp; Urology studies.&nbsp;</li> </ul> CT&nbsp; <ul> <li>Artificial Intelligence based automated 128 slices augmented to 384 slices Ultrafast Cardiac CT Scan</li> <li>Minimum breath hold time</li> <li>Complete Cardiac and Liver Functioning and Oncology Screening CT</li> <li>Capable to perform CT guided on table Biopsy</li> <li>High resolution detector with high clarity imaging at Ultra low dose</li> <li>Breath hold indicator Ambient mood light and camera improve the patient experience</li> </ul> Ultra Sound Machine <ul> <li>GE VOLUSON E8 with Advanced VCI Technology</li> <li>Sophisticated 3D/4D Technologies</li> <li>Advanced beam former design &ndash; enhancing contrast resolution</li> <li>High performance CPU &ndash; delivering faster processing speeds and frame rates</li> <li>Parallel processing &ndash; improving image quality and frame rates</li> <li>Excellent Doppler Sensitivity</li> <li>HD Live Silhouette, HD Live Studio, HD Live Flow&nbsp;</li> </ul> X Ray Machine <ul> <li>FUJIFILIM FDR Smart F Artificial Intelligence Based Machine</li> <li>The Complete Full Room Digital X Ray System</li> <li>Lowest Radiation dose</li> <li>Automatic Exposure Control</li> <li>Best Quality Imagine</li> <li>Fully Motorised Patient Table System</li> <li>Minimum Time for taking X Ray Images</li> </ul>

Clinical Nutrition

Rekha Raveendran R S

CNAD, FS& N Chief Dietician