Where Can Patients Get a Second Opinion Before Foam Sclerotherapy in Kolkata?

Dear Rubal Ganesan ji

Yes, you can get a second opinion before undergoing foam sclerotherapy in Kolkata. Getting another doctor's opinion can help you understand your varicose veins, review your current treatment plan, and learn whether foam sclerotherapy or another treatment may be suitable for you.

You can consult a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon to discuss your vein-related problem. Below are hospitals in Kolkata and the doctors listed in the profiles you can check.

1. NH Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences, Mukundapur

Address: Premises No. 1489, Mukundapur Main Road, 124, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, Mukundapur, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700099.

NH Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences is a multispeciality hospital offering cardiac care, vascular surgery and other specialist medical services. You can explore a consultation with one of the following doctors for a second opinion about your vein condition.

• Dr. Manujesh Bandyopadhyay: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with qualifications including MBBS, MS in General Surgery and DrNB in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. You can discuss your existing diagnosis and treatment recommendation with him.
• Dr. Atanu Saha: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery, DrNB in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, FRCS and a fellowship in adult cardiac surgery from Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
• Dr. Pradeep Narayan: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, FRCS in General Surgery, FRCS in Cardiothoracic Surgery and an MD in Cardiovascular Science.
• Dr. Sukanta Kumar Behera: A paediatric cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon. His qualifications include MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic Surgery. His listed speciality focuses on children, so an adult patient should seek a suitable adult vascular specialist.

Its multispeciality services include vascular and cardiac care, allowing patients to seek specialist assessment of their medical condition.

2. Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, Kolkata

Address: 127, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, Nitai Nagar, Mukundapur, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700099.

Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, formerly Medica Superspecialty Hospital, provides multispeciality medical services. You can explore the following doctors for a second opinion regarding your vein condition and discuss your current treatment plan.

• Dr. Niket Arora: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and DNB in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.
• Dr. Sandip Sardar: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.
• Dr. Sandeep Chakraborty: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery from AIIMS, New Delhi.
• Dr. Kaushik Mukherjee: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.

You can explore specialist consultations and discuss the available treatment approaches for your vein problem at this multispeciality hospital.

3. Ruby General Hospital, Kasba, Kolkata

Address: 576, Anandapur Main Road, Golpark, Sector I, Kasba, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700107.

Ruby General Hospital offers multispeciality healthcare services in the Kasba area.

• Dr. Sankhadip Pramanik: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.

You can explore a consultation to discuss your diagnosis, understand your treatment choices and seek a second opinion before proceeding with treatment for varicose veins.

4. Apollo Multispeciality Hospital, Kankurgachi, Kolkata

Address: 58, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kankurgachi, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700054.

Apollo Multispeciality Hospital provides a range of specialist medical services. 

• Dr. Tamashis Mukherjee: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS and DNB in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.
• Dr. Sushan Mukhopadhyay: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.
• Dr. Poornima Sivakumar: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and MRCS from Edinburgh.
• Dr. Amar Nath Ghosh: His profile lists MBBS, MS in General Surgery, DNB and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, along with FIACS. The profile link you shared is for Patna, although it also lists a consulting association with Apollo Multispeciality Hospital in Kolkata.

You can explore its specialist services and discuss your varicose veins, the reason foam sclerotherapy has been recommended, and the alternatives that may be appropriate for you.

5. Desun Hospital, Kasba, Kolkata

Address: Desun More, 720, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, Golpark, Sector I, Kasba, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700107.

• Dr. Binayak Chanda: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS from the University of Calcutta, a fellowship in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons, Glasgow, and MRCS.
• Dr. Soumya Guha: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery, MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and FRCS.
• Dr. Soumyajit Ghosh: A cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon with MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery.

You can explore these specialist profiles to discuss your diagnosis and understand the treatment options available for your vein condition.

What Should You Bring for Your Second Opinion?

To help the doctor assess your condition, carry the following documents:

• Your previous doctor's prescription and treatment recommendation.
• Any Doppler ultrasound or other vein scan reports.
• Your current medicines and relevant medical records.
• Details of any previous treatment for varicose veins.
• A list of your symptoms, including leg pain, swelling, heaviness or skin changes.

Wishing you and your family good health always.
Warm regards,
Team HexaHealth