Dr. Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta

Dr Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta is a highly trusted Consultant in Nuclear Medicine, currently practising at Ramkrishna CARE Hospital in Raipur.

With 20 years of clinical experience, she is dedicated to providing highly accurate diagnostic imaging and targeted molecular therapies for patients dealing with complex cancers and thyroid disorders.

Known for her patient-centered approach and meticulous attention to detail, she focuses on clear communication to ensure that every patient understands their scans and treatment plans, offering a reassuring presence during challenging diagnoses.

Holding an MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College, a Diploma in Radiation Medicine (DRM) from the prestigious INMAS, and a DNB in Nuclear Medicine, Dr Kerketta brings a strong academic foundation to her clinical practice.

She evaluates and manages a wide spectrum of oncological and non-oncological cases, specialising in PET/CT reporting, radioiodine therapy, and advanced radionuclide treatments. From the first diagnostic scan to post-treatment surveillance, her priority is the clinical accuracy and well-being of her patients.

She consults fluently in English and Hindi.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta provides advanced nuclear medicine interventions, focusing on precise diagnostic imaging and targeted molecular therapies.

Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT

Dr Kerketta offers advanced molecular imaging to evaluate conditions such as cancer staging, bone metastases, kidney function, and cardiac blood flow.

• FDG PET/CT Scans: Diagnostic imaging used to stage, restage, and assess treatment responses for various cancers (including lymphoma and lung cancer).
• Bone Scintigraphy: Whole-body bone scanning to detect skeletal metastases and orthopaedic conditions.
• Renal and Hepatobiliary Scintigraphy: Nuclear imaging tests to accurately evaluate kidney drainage and liver function.

Thyroid Disorders and Radioiodine Therapy

Dr Kerketta provides targeted nuclear medicine treatments for conditions such as hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, and thyroid cancer.

• Thyroid Scans: Diagnostic imaging to evaluate thyroid gland function and nodules.
• Low-Dose Radioiodine Therapy: Targeted radioactive treatment to manage hyperthyroidism and overactive thyroid glands.
• High-Dose Radioiodine Therapy: Advanced radionuclide treatment designed to destroy remnant cancer cells in differentiated thyroid cancer.

Targeted Radionuclide Therapies

Dr Kerketta performs advanced molecular therapies to treat conditions such as metastatic prostate cancer, neuroendocrine tumours, and severe bone pain.

• Lu-177 PSMA Therapy: Targeted radionuclide treatment for advanced, metastatic prostate cancer.
• Lu-177 PRRT Therapy: Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy used to treat neuroendocrine tumours.
• Palliative Bone Pain Therapy: Administration of targeted radionuclides to relieve severe skeletal pain caused by cancer metastases.

Advanced Molecular Imaging

Dr Kerketta manages complex diagnostic evaluations for conditions such as breast cancer, sarcomas, and deep-tissue malignancies.

• 11C Methionine PET/CT: Highly specialised imaging used for the precise detection and evaluation of breast cancer.
• FET PET Imaging: Advanced nuclear scanning technique used to accurately differentiate Ewing's sarcoma from bone infections (osteomyelitis).
• Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Diagnostic test to evaluate blood flow to the heart muscle.

Credentials and Academic Foundation

Showcasing her dedication to continuous medical education, Dr Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta possesses a robust academic background in nuclear medicine:

• MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi (2006)
• Diploma in Radiation Medicine (DRM) from Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), New Delhi
• DNB in Nuclear Medicine from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (Trained at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai)

Past Experience

With twenty years of clinical experience, Dr Kerketta has successfully managed thousands of advanced PET/CT scans and radionuclide therapies. Her professional journey includes serving as a Consultant Nuclear Medicine Physician at various esteemed medical institutes:

• Consultant: Paras HEC Hospital, Dhurwa, Ranchi.
• Consultant: HCG Abdur Razzaque Ansari Cancer Hospital, Irba, Ranchi.
• Resident (DNB): Apollo Hospital, Chennai.

Current Hospital Affiliations

She currently provides expert nuclear medicine consultations and targeted therapies at the following location in Raipur:

• Ramkrishna CARE Hospital, Pachpedi Naka, Raipur. (Consultant)

Note for patients in Punjab: Dr Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta is also available for expert consultations at Cancer Centers of America, Amandeep Hospital, Amritsar.

Awards and Recognitions

Dr Neeru Jyotsna Kerketta is widely recognised for her clinical excellence and commitment to advancing nuclear oncology. Her professional achievements include:

• Establishing a highly trusted clinical practice with two decades of experience in handling complex PET/CT reporting and targeted radionuclide therapies.
• Holding active professional memberships with the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI), SNMI India, and the Association of Nuclear Medicine Physicians of India (ANMPI).
• Maintaining a permanent registration with the Delhi Medical Council (Registration No: 03494) since 2006.

Medical Research and Publications

Dr Kerketta maintains a strong commitment to academic advancement in the field of Nuclear Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research and has presented her findings at national conferences. Her notable academic contributions include:

• Role of FET in Differentiating Ewing's Sarcoma from Osteomyelitis. Published in the World Journal of Nuclear Medicine (DOI: 10.4103/wjnm).
• Comparison of 11C Methionine and 99mTc Methionine in the Detection of Breast Cancer. Oral paper presentation at ANMPICON, Aurangabad.
• Conundrum of Liposarcoma: Risk Assessment with FDG PET/CT Scan. Poster presentation at ANMPICON, Pune.

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