Dr. Akshay Desale

Dr Akshay Desale is a radiologist with cardiovascular imaging focus in Pune with 18 years of clinical expertise spanning cardiac MRI, coronary CT angiography, cross-sectional CT and MRI of the brain, abdomen, and musculoskeletal system, and comprehensive diagnostic imaging.

Patients searching for the best radiologist in Pune, a reliable cardiac MRI and CT angiography specialist in Maharashtra, or expert cross-sectional imaging doctor will find cardiovascular imaging fellowship credentialled, 500+ cardiac scan experienced diagnostic care.

Dr Desale consults in English, Hindi, and Marathi.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Desale's clinical practice combines comprehensive cross-sectional diagnostic radiology with focused depth in cardiovascular imaging, including cardiac MRI and coronary CT angiography for both adult and paediatric patients.

Cardiovascular Imaging in Pune

Cardiac MRI and CT for heart and vascular conditions, with 500+ cardiac MRI and CT scans (adult and paediatric):

• Cardiac MRI
• Coronary CT Angiography (CCTA)
• Cardiac CT
• Myocardial Viability Assessment
• Cardiomyopathy Evaluation by MRI
• Congenital Heart Disease Imaging (Adult and Paediatric)
• Pericardial Disease Assessment
• Valvular Heart Disease Imaging
• Cardiac Tumour Evaluation
• Aortic Disease CT and MRI
• Pulmonary Artery Imaging

Neuroimaging

Brain and spine diagnostic imaging:

• MRI Brain
• CT Brain
• MR Angiography (Cerebral)
• CT Angiography of Cerebral Vessels
• Acute Stroke Imaging
• Brain Tumour Imaging
• Spinal Cord Imaging

Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging

Cross-sectional abdominal diagnostics:

• CT Abdomen and Pelvis
• MRI Abdomen
• MRCP (Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography)
• CT and MRI for Liver Lesion Characterisation
• Renal Mass Evaluation
• Pancreatic Imaging
• CT and MRI for Cancer Staging

Musculoskeletal Imaging

Bone and joint diagnostic imaging:

• MRI Knee, Shoulder, and Spine
• CT for Fracture Assessment
• Musculoskeletal Tumour Imaging
• Joint and Ligament Evaluation
• Bone Marrow Assessment

General Diagnostic Radiology

Multi-modality imaging across organ systems:

• CT Scan Interpretation
• MRI Interpretation
• Ultrasound Imaging
• CT Pulmonary Angiography
• Whole Body Cross-Sectional Imaging
• Pre Operative Imaging Assessment

Conditions Supported

• Coronary Artery Disease (CCTA Assessment)
• Cardiomyopathy (Cardiac MRI Assessment)
• Congenital Heart Disease (Adult and Paediatric Imaging)
• Brain Tumours and Stroke
• Spinal Disc and Cord Pathology
• Liver, Renal, and Pancreatic Lesions
• Cancer Staging
• Musculoskeletal Injuries and Tumours

Professional Experience

• Consultant, Department of Radiology, Manipal Hospitals, Baner, Pune
• Previous Senior Resident, LTMC and LTMG Sion Hospital, Mumbai

His MD Radiology from KEM Hospital, Mumbai provided foundational diagnostic imaging training at one of India's most prestigious and highest-volume government medical institutions. His Fellowship in Cardiovascular Imaging at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi added dedicated cardiac imaging training where he performed over 500 cardiac MRI and CT scans across adult and paediatric cases. His Senior Resident tenure at Sion Hospital, Mumbai further extended his clinical diagnostic and teaching experience.

Credentials, Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

• MBBS from Government Medical College, Miraj, Maharashtra
• MD Radiology from Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai
• DNB Radiology from National Board of Examinations (2023)
• Fellowship in Cardiovascular Imaging from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Kochi

Book an Appointment

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