The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Victor Hospital is a well-known center providing a wide range of services for patients including treatment of facial injuries, diseases or abnormalities affecting the face, jaws and mouth, acquired, congenital and traumatic issues related to the jaws and facial region as well as developmental diseases of these areas.

The department headed by Dr. Akshata Kotharkar (BDS, MDS Maxillofacial surgery) has the advantage of sharing the best of medical facilities such as OT, Surgical ICU’S, 24 hour casualty, inpatient beds and advanced diagnostic aids like MRI, CT etc.

Dr. Akshata Kotharkar stated that “Pain in the jaw or muscles on the side of your face near the ears, possibly accompanied by a popping sound or difficulty in jaw movement, may indicate that the person is suffering from TMD —Temporomandibular Disorders. One such 31-year old male patient who came to the dental OPD of the Victor Hospital had a lot of pain in the jaw on the right side along with severe headache and was not able to sleep and eat well. This patient was treated conservatively with splints which he had to wear in his mouth for around 16-17 hours a day for 2 months and with some medications he was free of the pain and happy”.

TMDs are problems related to the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), which is a hinge joint that connects the lower jaw to the bones of the skull in front of the ear on both sides of the head. The TMJ is a complex joint system connected by muscles and ligaments which lets us move our jaw up and down and side to side, which enables talking, chewing, yawning, etc.

TMDs can be either on one or both sides of the face. It mostly affects women more than men, and is more common among the age group of 20 to 40 year old’s. TMDs often cause varying amounts of pain or discomfort to the patient and jaws get “stuck” or “locked” in the open- or closed-mouth position, or the patient hears clicking, popping, or grating sounds in the jaw joint when the mouth is opened or closed or while chewing which may be accompanied by pain.

To diagnose TMDs, the doctor takes a detailed medical history and conducts a physical exam. One may require full face X-rays to view the jaw, TMJ and the teeth, to rule out other problems. Other tests like MRI to show if the TMJ disc is in the proper position as your jaw moves or CT scan to show the bony details of the joint, may also be conducted.

In some cases pain can be managed by medicines and pain relief exercises but may not be enough in cases with extreme pain. For such cases, non-invasive treatment may be required. “Failure to seek treatment can result in serious complications and permanent damage. Hence, timely treatment and follow ups with your doctor to reduce the risk of potential complications are very essential in case of TMD’s” says Dr. Akshata Kotharkar.

Victor Hospital, Margao is empanelled under the DDSSY health scheme and has treated a large number of patients availing the scheme. The hospital is also empanelled with all major insurance companies for cashless treatment.

The Orthopaedic department at Victor Hospital is headed by Dr. Amol Narkhede, Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma, Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy Surgeon and caters to a wide range of orthopaedic conditions. The Departments Orthopaedic Surgeon has vast training and experience in the management of various sub – specialties of orthopaedics such as accident and trauma, sports medicine, joint replacements, paediatric orthopaedics, arthroscopy, spine, shoulder, elbow, hand, foot and ankle disorders.

Dr. Amol Narkhede, Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma, Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy Surgeon, Victor Hospital states that “People who suffer from joint conditions may find it impossible to do the things they enjoy hence Joint replacement surgery may be required when other treatments and conservative management fail to provide relief. The latest surgical advances, personalized treatment plans and customized rehabilitation programs at Victor Hospital enable you to feel better and recover faster.”

The hospital conducts a comprehensive evaluation of each patient’s lifestyle and activity level to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs. There are various types of knee replacement procedures offered by Victor Hospital including total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, revision knee replacement, total hip replacement, hip replacement revision and partial hip replacement.

Victor Hospital recently successfully performed a Total Knee Replacement procedure on a 62 year old woman presented with severe deformities of both knees and extreme difficulty in walking. She was unable to perform daily activities like hygiene, cooking, walking and social activities. After successfully undergoing a Total Knee Replacement of her left knee at Victor Hospital the patient experienced complete relief from her knee pain and the knee joint is now aligned properly. Within a couple of months of the surgery, the pain had reduced significantly. There was a marked increase in the range of motion of her knees and the deformities got corrected. All these resulted in an improved quality of life and well-being.

The patient’s right knee replacement is scheduled in the near future following which she will be able to walk like a normal person to ensure a normal lifestyle without any discomfort.

Using sophisticated imaging equipment, Victor Hospital’s team determines the least invasive approach to use, so that patients experience minimal pain and scarring and recover faster. Additionally, advanced imaging can enable patients to enjoy natural joint movement and precise joint fitting. There are minimally invasive procedures available for knee replacements that offer fewer incisions, lower pain and scarring, faster recovery and less stress on surrounding muscles.

Victor Hospital is proud to be associated with the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY), which covers a wide range of medical procedures and has already treated many patients under this program. A key priority of Victor Hospital is the pursuit of continuous quality improvement in both patient safety and the quality of care provided.

29 September is observed as World Heart Day, encouraging people around the globe for awareness of cardiovascular diseases and ways to control them to eliminate its global impact.

Department of Cardiology, Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, Victor Hospital, Margao observed the day by creating Heart Health Awareness and organized a Free health camp inclusive of consultation with Senior Cardiologist Dr. Vinayaga Pandian, along with electrocardiography (ECG), LDL Cholesterol test and  random blood sugar test. The department also offered 50% off on stress test / TMT or Echo test to help people take the pulse of their current heart health.

Victor Hospital’s Cardiology department is supported by a full-fledged Coronary Care Unit (CCU), which specializes in patient care with heart attacks, unstable angina, cardiac dysrhythmia and various other cardiac conditions that require continuous monitoring and treatment. Victor Hospital is empaneled with Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY) and all treatments are availed round the clock. For more information and queries you can contact on 888884718 / 0832-6728888

Victor Hospital’s Cardiothoracic Surgery department headed by Dr. Shanmukh Hiremath, a full-time Senior Consultant and Cardiothoracic Vascular & Transplant Surgeon, is one of the premier heart specialty centers in the country. As one of the very few specialized units in Goa, the hospital routinely performs Total Arterial Coronary Artery Bypass surgeries and Redo Bypass surgeries. The Cardio Vascular Surgery Department is specifically responsible for the treatment of aneurysms, arterial blocks, peripheral vascular blocks, etc.

As heart disease and heart attacks increase, they are becoming more complex with weak heart. A long-term cure for heart attacks will improve the quality of life of the patient and family. Despite very high-risk factors and other associated deadly diseases, bypass surgery is definitively effective in treating heart attacks. The cardiac department of Victor Hospital specializes in these types of surgery.

Out of all the patients who underwent bypass surgery for weak hearts at Victor Hospital, four were suffering from other severe diseases. Observations revealed that one patient, a 70 year old male, had a 15% ejection fraction which limited his daily activities. He would get chest pain with mild exertion and was at risk of one more heart attack which could have been fatal or even may have required a heart transplant which is extremely difficult.

The next patient had a left main coronary block with only one functioning kidney. Patients with weak hearts will have sub-optimal kidney function, so the single kidney was preserved during the operation and in the postoperative period.

The third patient presented with myasthenia gravis and hyperthyroidism which results in extreme muscle weakness, especially after anesthesia. Weaning these patients from ventilators is challenging.

Similarly, another patient, 72 years old, had both coronary blocks and a damaged aortic valve, requiring bypass surgery and valve replacement.

It is common for patients with many high-risk factors to avoid bypass surgery. All four patients recovered completely after receiving excellent care at Victor Hospital, including well-planned surgeries, pre-operative preparations and multidisciplinary postoperative treatment.

Dr. Shanmukh Hiremath – “they need personalized care along with medication and procedures.”

These surgeries were a groundbreaking step toward improving the lives of patients with fragile hearts. It represents the highest standard of clinical care. Furthermore, the hospital staff trains patients’ families to care for them at home, making it an ideal patient-centered facility.

Victor Hospital is privileged to be associated with the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY), which covers a wide range of medical procedures, and a large number of patients have already been treated under this program at Victor Hospital. A key priority of Victor Hospital is the pursuit of continuous quality improvement in both patient safety and the quality of care provided. If you would like more information or have any questions, please call 8888884718.

Victor Hospital, Margao in association with Bharitya Janata Party Goa Pradesh, BJP Mahila Morcha Goa Pradesh, Sarthak Foundation Goa, and Shri Jain Swetamber Terapanthi Sabha, Goa organized two blood donation camps on Saturday 17^th September, 2022 at Ponda & Margao.

The camp was aimed at facilitating the availability of blood for the patients. A large number of people of the South Goa enthusiastically took part in the camp and donated blood. 80 units of blood  were collected.

Victor Hospital has fully operational 24/7 Blood Bank approved by FDA for issue of Whole Blood with qualified and trained blood bank technicians and medical officer to ensure safe transfusion practices.

Blood donation is the noblest and most precious gift that one could give to another and one is encouraged to donate and enhance social solidarity through civic commitment.

For more information contact on 7722098454 / 08326728888

Victor Hospital has always been a front runner in providing a helping hand to various public initiatives and community service programs. Continuing the same Victor Hospital in association with Dr. Elizabeth Vencotexa Dessai Trust, Rotary Club of Margao Midtown & JCI Fatorda Town initiated “Free Mega Health Camp” on Sunday, 24th April 2022 at Dr. Dhillon Desai’s Hospital, Canacona, Goa.

Canacona has a population strength around 45,000 people, predominantly living in rural areas. Residents of Canacona have to travel at least 60 km to access emergency health services, super specialty consultations and quality health care treatment.

Looking at the need of the super specialist consultant at Canacona, Victor Hospital through this camp offered free consultations by Dr. Rajesh Javherani (Diabetologist and Senior Consultant ICU & Critical Care), Dr. Amol Narkhede (Orthopaedic Surgeon), Dr. Pallavi Gujjanwar (Physiotherapist), Diabetic Educator, along with blood pressure and blood sugar check-up. Victor Hospital also offered complimentary medicines and good discounts on further investigations which were advised.

As per Rural Health Statistics Bulletin (RHS), a total of 2225 (8.89%) Primary Health Centres (PHCs) are functioning without doctor. Healthcare is the right of every individual but lack of medical functionaries and non- access to basic medicines and medical facilities makes it difficult for the rural population. Looking at the requirement of super specialist consultant in rural areas, Victor Hospital has taken an initiative by opening super specialty clinic in Canacona at Dr. Dhillon Desai’s Hospital, where people can avail consultation of Dr. Amol Narkhede (Orthopaedic Surgeon),  on every Wednesday from 10 am to 1 pm, and the clinic will further be added with Dr. Rajesh Javherani (Senior Consultant ICU and Internal Medicine), Dr. Shanmukh Hiremath ( Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Surgeon)  and other specialties. Along with consultation, Victor Hospital will also start with blood sample collection at the Canacona Clinic.

Victor Hospital is a Multi-Specialty, Super-Specialty hospital with 150-beds with state-of-the-art facilities providing comprehensive diagnostic, medical, surgical and emergency care of world-class standards. Centers of Excellence include – Cardiology & Cardiothoracic surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics & Joint Replacements, Gastroenterology, Trauma & Emergency care, Urology, Nephrology, Gynaecology. and a host of other medical services. Well equipped 24×7 Laboratory & Radiology services and 24×7 Casualty & emergency services to treat critically ill patients.

Victor Hospital is empanelled with Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY).

For inquires contact Victor Hospital – 7722098454 / 08326728888

Victor Hospital, Margao in association with Captain Venzy Viegas, MLA of Benaulim constituency organized a Free Mega Health Camp at Seraulim, Margao on Sunday, 10^thApril 2022 at Holy Family School (Convent), Seraulim, Margao, Goa.

The camp was organized with the aim of promoting health awareness among the public and offering them easy access to the best and quality healthcare. The camp offered specialist consultations by Dr. Prithi Araujo (Senior General Physician), Dr. Amol Narkhede (Orthopaedic Surgeon), Dr. Sai Spoorthi Nayak (ENT Surgeon), Dr. Princia Almeida (Physiotherapist), Bone Mineral Density test, along with blood pressure and blood sugar check-up. Victor Hospital also offered complimentary medicines and discounts if any further investigations were advised. Families and people of all age groups attended the camp and availed benefits of the same.

Victor Hospital is a Multi-Specialty, Super-Specialty hospital with 150-beds with state-of-the-art facilities providing comprehensive diagnostic, medical, surgical and emergency care of world-class standards. Centers of Excellence include – Cardiology & Cardiothoracic surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics & Joint Replacements, Gastroenterology, Trauma & Emergency care, Urology, Nephrology, Gynaecology. and a host of other medical services. Well equipped  24/7 Laboratory & Radiology services and 24/7 Casualty & emergency services to treat critically ill patients.

Victor Hospital is empanelled with Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY).

For inquires contact Victor Hospital – 7722098454 / 08326728888