Saurashtra · Gir Somnath District
Heart Specialist Serving Gir-Gadhada — Dr. Nikhila Pachani, MD DM Cardiology
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FESC, FSCAI · Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, Rajkot.
Patients from Gir-Gadhada reach Dr. Nikhila Pachani's practice via the well-maintained Rajkot–Junagadh–Veraval state highway. We assist with directions and same-day appointments when needed.
How Gir-Gadhada patients reach Dr. Nikhila
Why patients from Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada
- · 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 Gir-Gadhada?+
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 Gir-Gadhada and be seen the same evening.
What is the best route from Gir-Gadhada to Dr. Nikhila's clinic?+
The recommended route from Gir-Gadhada is Rajkot–Junagadh–Veraval state highway. Most patients cover the 178 km in about 3 hr. 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 Gir-Gadhada 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. Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada?+
Patients from Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada, 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 Gir-Gadhada. Mention any specific needs when you WhatsApp +91 70160 57102.
Does Dr. Nikhila's hospital accept insurance and cashless treatment for Gir-Gadhada 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 Gir-Gadhada with pre-authorisation and claim documentation. Please share your insurance card on WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 for an exact applicability check.
Can a pregnant woman from Gir-Gadhada with a heart condition consult Dr. Nikhila?+
Yes. Dr. Nikhila Pachani runs a specialised pregnancy-cardiology service for women with congenital heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, hypertension in pregnancy, peripartum cardiomyopathy, and arrhythmias during pregnancy. Patients from Gir-Gadhada are welcome — please WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 with your obstetrician's notes and any prior cardiac reports.
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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