Saurashtra · Amreli District
Heart Specialist Serving Khambha — Dr. Nikhila Pachani, MD DM Cardiology
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FESC, FSCAI · Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, Rajkot.
Cardiac care for Khambha is closer than you think. Dr. Nikhila Pachani's clinic at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, Rajkot is just 125 km from Khambha via Rajkot–Babra–Amreli state highway.
How Khambha patients reach Dr. Nikhila
Why patients from Khambha choose Dr. Nikhila
- One of Saurashtra's few senior women interventional cardiologists
- Performs complex coronary procedures and primary angioplasty for heart attack
- Runs dedicated PAH, heart-failure, valvular, and pregnancy-cardiology clinics
- Recognised by the European and American interventional cardiology societies
Cardiac services for Khambha patients
Emergency — chest pain or heart attack?
If symptoms are happening right now, call 108 or +91 74108 13108. Do not drive yourself. Reach the closest cathlab-equipped hospital — minutes matter. For non-emergency cardiac questions, WhatsApp +91 70160 57102.
Stay & travel for outstation patients from Khambha
- · Guest house, dharamshala, and budget-hotel options near Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital.
- · Family attendant cot in patient room (subject to ward type).
- · Vegetarian / Jain / Gujarati meal coordination.
- · Pickup from Rajkot railway station, bus depot, or airport on request.
- · Planned ambulance (BLS / ACLS) transfers can be coordinated with 2–3 hours' notice.
Member: Cardiological Society of India (CSI), Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Association of Echocardiography (IAE). Continuous CME participation at India Live, SCAI, AICT-AsiaPCR Singapore, and CTO workshops.
FAQ
Questions patients ask us most
Can I get a same-day cardiac consultation from Khambha?+
Yes, same-day appointments are usually possible. Please WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 early in the day with a short symptom note — if Dr. Nikhila's OPD has a slot, you can travel from Khambha and be seen the same evening.
What is the best route from Khambha to Dr. Nikhila's clinic?+
The recommended route from Khambha is Rajkot–Babra–Amreli state highway. Most patients cover the 125 km in about 2 hr 30 min. Cabs and shared transport are widely available; the clinic at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital has clear signage at the 150 Feet Ring Road, Nana Mava Circle junction.
Does Dr. Nikhila perform angioplasty for Khambha patients?+
Yes. Dr. Nikhila Pachani has personally performed over 4,000 coronary angioplasties, including primary angioplasty for acute heart attack and complex left-main and CTO interventions. Khambha patients are evaluated at the OPD; if angioplasty is indicated, the procedure is scheduled at the in-house cathlab at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital.
What cardiac treatments are available for patients from Khambha?+
Patients from Khambha receive the full range of cardiology services under Dr. Nikhila Pachani — coronary angiography, coronary angioplasty (PCI), primary angioplasty for heart attack, pacemaker implantation, AICD insertion, heart-failure clinic care, PAH and cardiomyopathy management (HCM and DCMP), structural heart disease evaluation (ASD, VSD, PDA), pregnancy-related cardiac care, hypertension management, and 2D echocardiography. All procedures are performed using modern image-guided cathlab systems at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital.
What should I do if someone in Khambha is having chest pain or a suspected heart attack?+
If you suspect a heart attack, the first 90 minutes are critical. Call your nearest emergency service immediately and reach the closest hospital with a cathlab for primary angioplasty. From Khambha, you can also call our hospital line at +91 74108 13108. For non-emergency cardiac concerns, WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 for same-day evaluation by Dr. Nikhila Pachani. Do NOT drive yourself during an active episode.
Can my family stay with me during admission?+
Yes — depending on the ward type, one or two family attendants can stay in the patient room. Vegetarian, Jain, and Gujarati meal options are coordinated for outstation families from Khambha. Mention any specific needs when you WhatsApp +91 70160 57102.
Does Dr. Nikhila's hospital accept insurance and cashless treatment for Khambha patients?+
Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital accepts most major Indian health insurance providers and offers cashless treatment for cardiac procedures, subject to your policy's terms. We have a dedicated insurance desk that assists outstation patients from Khambha with pre-authorisation and claim documentation. Please share your insurance card on WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 for an exact applicability check.
I already have a cardiologist's report from Khambha — can Dr. Nikhila give a second opinion?+
Yes, second opinions are welcome. Many patients from Khambha consult Dr. Nikhila after an initial diagnosis to confirm whether angioplasty, bypass, medication, or further testing is the right next step. WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 with photos of your ECG, echo report, angiogram CD/PDF, and discharge summary — Dr. Nikhila or her team will guide you on the next step.
What exactly happens during a coronary angiography?+
Coronary angiography is a diagnostic test where a thin catheter is passed through the radial artery in the wrist (preferred) or femoral artery in the groin. A dye is injected and live X-ray images map the coronary arteries. The test takes 15–30 minutes; most patients go home the same day. Dr. Nikhila explains the findings on the spot — no waiting.
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