Saurashtra · Gir Somnath District
Looking for a Cardiologist Near Kodinar? Meet Dr. Nikhila Pachani
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Cardiology), FESC, FSCAI · Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, Rajkot.
Heart conditions don't wait — and patients from Kodinar shouldn't have to either. Dr. Nikhila Pachani offers same-day cardiac evaluation at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, Rajkot.
How Kodinar patients reach Dr. Nikhila
Why patients from Kodinar choose Dr. Nikhila
- Patient-first approach — full history taken, every option explained
- No rushed procedures — angiography and angioplasty advised only when truly needed
- Same-day appointments routinely arranged for outstation patients
- Family attendant and stay coordination for outstation visitors
Cardiac services for Kodinar 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 Kodinar
- · 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.
Active fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC) and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (FSCAI). Regular CME speaker across Saurashtra and Gujarat.
FAQ
Questions patients ask us most
What is the best route from Kodinar to Dr. Nikhila's clinic?+
The recommended route from Kodinar 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.
How far is Dr. Nikhila Pachani's clinic from Kodinar?+
Dr. Nikhila Pachani currently practises at Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, 11/1-5, Ram Vihar Society, Behind Twin Star Building, 150 Ft. Ring Road, Near Nana Mava Circle, Rajkot, Gujarat – 360005. From Kodinar, the clinic is approximately 178 km away, and most patients reach in 3 hr via Rajkot–Junagadh–Veraval state highway. We assist with directions and same-day appointments — please WhatsApp us at +91 70160 57102 before you start your journey so we can prepare your file.
What cardiac treatments are available for patients from Kodinar?+
Patients from Kodinar 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.
Does Dr. Nikhila perform angioplasty for Kodinar 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. Kodinar 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.
Can you arrange ambulance pickup from Kodinar?+
For critical cardiac cases, we can coordinate basic life support (BLS) or advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) ambulance transport from Kodinar to Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital. For genuine emergencies, call 108 (state ambulance) or +91 74108 13108 immediately. For planned transfers, WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 at least 2–3 hours in advance with the patient's clinical details.
I'm coming from Kodinar for treatment — can you help with stay arrangements?+
Yes. We regularly receive patients from Kodinar and other parts of Gujarat. We can guide you to nearby guest houses, dharamshalas, and budget hotels close to Backbone Medicity Super Specialty Hospital, with options for family attendants. Please WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 1–2 days before your appointment with arrival details, and we will arrange everything.
Does Dr. Nikhila's hospital accept insurance and cashless treatment for Kodinar 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 Kodinar 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 Kodinar — can Dr. Nikhila give a second opinion?+
Yes, second opinions are welcome. Many patients from Kodinar 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.
When should someone from Kodinar see a cardiologist?+
Adults from Kodinar should consider a cardiology check-up if they have: chest pain or pressure on exertion, unexplained breathlessness, palpitations, fainting episodes, swollen ankles, family history of heart attack before age 55 (men) or 65 (women), uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or routine screening after age 40. WhatsApp +91 70160 57102 to book a consult.
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