Advisory Panel (Medical Experts)
Neurology and Neurosurgery
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Abhijeet Ghangale MBBS, MS
- General Surgery, MCh
- Neurosurgery Fellowship in Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- MBBS – Vasant Rao Pawar Medical College, Nashik (2012)
- - MS in General Surgery
- – Government Medical College, Nanded
- - M.Ch in Neurosurgery
- – Government Medical College, Trivandrum (2021)
- - Fellowship in Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- – National Spine Surgeons Association (NSSA)
- 11+ years in neurosurgery and spine surgery
- - Consultant Neurosurgeon at:
- - Pawana Specialty Clinic
- - Pawana Hospital
- - Accord Hospital (current)
- - Director, Neuro Nest Clinic
- – specializing in neurological and spinal care
- Brain tumor surgeries
- - Minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgeries
- - Cerebrovascular procedures
- - Epilepsy and pediatric neurosurgery
- - Peripheral nerve surgeries
- - Chronic pain management
- Medical Expert Advisor
- – Neurosurgery and Brain Health
- - Develops research-based content on
- - Neurological diseases and treatments
- - Cognitive health and brain-boosting strategies
- - Simplifies neurosurgical advancements for public understanding
Mental Health and Psychiatry
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Bhavana Pandav, Wagh MBBS MD
- Psychiatry
- MBBS – B.J. Medical College & Sassoon General Hospital, Pune
- - MD (Psychiatry)
- – Shrimati Kashibai Navale Medical College & General Hospital, Pune
- Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, PTSD, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- - Served at Civil Hospital Aundh and leading multispecialty hospitals in Maharashtra
- - Active involvement in mental health advocacy, research, and education
- - General Adult Psychiatry
- - Child & Adolescent Mental Health
- - Mood and Anxiety Disorders
- - Psychotic Disorders (e.g., Schizophrenia)
- - Trauma and PTSD
- - Advisory Medical Expert
- – Mental Health & Psychiatry
- - Provides expert insights on mental health conditions, treatments, and well-being
- - Ensures content is clinically accurate and offers practical guidance for individuals seeking support
Orthopaedics
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Dinesh Patil MBBS, D-Ortho
- MBBS – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), 2009
- - D-Ortho
- – College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai
- 10+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedic surgery
- - Specializes in
- - Joint Replacement (Hip and Knee)
- - Foot and Ankle Surgery
- - Complex Trauma and Revision Surgeries
- - Cold Orthopaedics
- - Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Astha Hospital
- - Focused on mobility enhancement and improved surgical outcomes
- - Joint Replacement Surgery (Hip & Knee)
- - Foot and Ankle Disorders
- - Complex and Revision Trauma Surgeries
- - Cold Orthopaedics
- - Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- - Advisory Medical Expert
- – Orthopaedics
- - Offers expert insights on orthopaedic treatments, trauma care, joint surgeries, and post
- -surgical recovery
- - Helps convert clinical expertise into accessible, reader-friendly content
Obstetrician and Gynaecology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. G. K. Gadgil MBBS, MD
- - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- - MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
- – B.J. Medical College, Pune (1984)
- Several decades of clinical experience in obstetrics and gynaecology across Maharashtra
- - Former medical educator
- - Renowned private practitioner in women’s health
- - Known for compassionate patient care and deep clinical acumen
- Pregnancy and Maternal Health
- - General Gynaecology
- - Menstrual and Hormonal Disorders
- - Women’s Preventive Care and Health Education
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- - Provides expert content on pregnancy, maternal care, and gynaecological innovations
- - Aims to enhance awareness and promote women's health through evidence-based information
Ayurveda and Natural Medicine
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr Gaurav Pathare B.A.M.S, (Ayurvedacharya)
- - B.A.M.S. (Ayurvedacharya)
- – Padma Shree Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Ayurveda
- - More than 10 years of clinical practice in Ayurveda (since 2011)
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Specializes in:
- Panchakarma Therapy
- Agni Karma Procedures
- Diet and Lifestyle Counselling - - Regular participant in national/international Ayurvedic seminars
- - Attended multiple Aushadh Nirman Karyashala (workshops on Ayurvedic medicine preparation)
- Panchakarma and Detoxification Therapies
- - Agni Karma and Pain Management
- - Ayurvedic Diet & Lifestyle Counselling
- - Herbal Formulation Preparation
- - Management of Arthritis and Chronic Wounds
- Ayurveda Expert and Contributor
- - Provides expert content on traditional healing practices, Panchakarma, and Ayurvedic approaches to chronic conditions
- - Supports Pharmacally’s integrative health vision with authentic, evidence-informed Ayurvedic guidance
Paediatrics and Neonatology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Mandar Kale MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), IAP Fellowship in Neonatology
- - MBBS – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik
- - MD (Paediatrics)
- – Government Medical College & SSG Hospital, Vadodara
- - IAP Fellowship in Neonatology
- – Surya Hospital, Mumbai
- Experienced paediatrician and neonatologist with a strong academic and clinical foundation
- - Assistant Professor at MIMER Medical College
- - Consultant at Women and Child Care Clinic
- - Consultant at Sant Tukaram Maharaj Multispecialty Hospital
- Neonatal Care and Preterm Management
- - Child Growth and Development
- - Paediatric Nutrition and Vaccination
- - Management of Common and Complex Paediatric Conditions
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Paediatrics & Neonatology
- - Contributes expert input on newborn and child healthcare topics
- - Ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based guidance for both professionals and parents
Ophthalmology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Mayur Jawale MBBS, MS
- – Ophthalmology, Fellowship in Phacoemulsification (Laser Cataract Surgery)
- MBBS – Maharashtra Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (MIMSR), Latur
- - MS (Ophthalmology)
- – Grant Medical College & J.J. Hospital, Mumbai
- - Fellowship
- -Phacoemulsification (Laser Cataract Surgery)
- MBBS – Maharashtra Institute of Medical Sciences & Research (MIMSR), Latur
- - MS (Ophthalmology)
- – Grant Medical College & J.J. Hospital, Mumbai
- - Fellowship
- -Phacoemulsification (Laser Cataract Surgery)
- Cataract and Laser Eye Surgery (Phacoemulsification)
- - Glaucoma and Neuro-Ophthalmology
- - Diabetic Eye Disease (Retinopathy)
- - General Ophthalmic and Rural Eye Care
- - Clinical Training and Mentorship for Eye Surgeons
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Ophthalmology & Eye Health
- - Offers expert reviews and updates on emerging eye treatments and surgical techniques
- - Simplifies ophthalmology for general readers and enhances awareness around vision care and innovation
Dermatology and Cosmetology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Nitin Patil MBBS, MD
- - Dermatology, Venerology and Leprosy
- MBBS – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
- - MD (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprosy)
- – MUHS
- Over 10 years of experience in clinical dermatology and cosmetology
- - Founder of Nit Skin Clinic, Pune
- - Consultant at multiple hospitals
- - Widely published in dermatological journals and publications
- Skin Disorders and Chronic Dermatological Conditions
- - Aesthetic and Cosmetic Dermatology
- - Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- - Advanced Dermatological Procedures
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Dermatology & Cosmetology
- - Contributes and reviews content on skincare, cosmetic therapies, and public health dermatology
- - Ensures evidence-based accuracy in dermatological topics
Obstetrician and Gynaecology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Pallavi Nikam Kanase MBBS, MS
- - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- MBBS – B.J. Medical College, Pune
- - MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
- – KEM Hospital, Mumbai
- 12 years of experience in obstetrics, gynaecology, infertility, and laparoscopic surgery
- - Former Assistant Professor at:
- - Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur
- - B.J. Medical College, Pune
- - Director at Advait Hospital (Nigdi & Moshi)
- - Consultant at Morya Multi-Speciality Hospital, Pune
- High-Risk Pregnancy and Maternal Care
- - Infertility Evaluation and Treatment
- - Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery
- - General Obstetrics and Women’s Health
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Infertility
- - Provides clinical insight on women’s reproductive health, complex pregnancies, and infertility
- - Supports creation of evidence
- -based, empowering content for readers
General Medicine
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Rahul Gaikwad MBBS, MD
- - General Medicine
- MBBS, MD (General Medicine)
- – Government Medical College
- Over 14 years of experience in internal medicine
- - Special focus on
- - Cardiology
- - Diabetes and Thyroid Disorders
- - Respiratory and Infectious Diseases
- - Director at Heal Vibe Clinic and Suman Multispecialty Hospital & ICU, Pune
- - Former faculty at multiple Government Medical Colleges
- - Active speaker at national medical conferences
- Chronic Disease Management (Diabetes, Thyroid, Hypertension)
- - Cardiology and Preventive Heart Care
- - Respiratory and Infectious Diseases
- - Evidence-Based Internal Medicine
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Internal Medicine
- - Provides expert reviews and updates on chronic and acute medical topics
- - Supports content development with a strong clinical and scientific foundation
Public Health
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Seema Satbhai BAMS, Mast. Public Heath, PhD Scholar
- B.A.M.S. – Tilak Ayurvedic College
- - Master’s in Public Health (MPH)
- – MIT World Peace University, Pune
- - Ph.D. (Ongoing)
- – Research Associate & Fellow at MIT-WPU Internships in Public Health & Nutrition, Childcare Nutrition, and Dietetics
- 16+ years in general medical practice and public health
- - Independent Ayurvedic Consultant and General Practitioner
- - Research Associate and Public Health Scholar
- - Experienced in grassroots health promotion, healthcare policy, and academic research
- - Published author and active conference presenter
- Public Health Strategy and Community Care
- - Preventive Healthcare and Integrative Medicine
- - Health Policy and Systems Research
- - Nutrition, Child Health, and Epidemiological Studies
- Public Health Expert and Content Advisor
- - Develops evidence-based content on preventive care, health policy, and community wellness
- - Bridges traditional and modern systems for a holistic and inclusive health communication approach
Ophthalmology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Vaibhav Kanase MBBS, DO, MS in Ophthalmology
- MBBS, DO, MS (Ophthalmology)
- – B.J. Medical College, Pune. Specializes in:
- – Phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery with Premium IOLs (Monofocal, Multifocal, Trifocal, EDOF, Toric)
- – Refractive Surgeries (LASIK, PRK, ICL)
- – Glaucoma and Diabetic Eye Disease Management.
- 12 years of clinical experience in advanced ophthalmic care
- - Director & Consultant at Advait Maternity & Eye Hospital, Nigdi & Moshi, Pune
- - Consulting Ophthalmologist at Morya Multi-Speciality, Jain Dharmarth, and Apollo Clinic
- - Former Eye Bank Project Coordinator at Sassoon General Hospital and former clinician at Mahatma Eye Hospital, Nagpur
- Cataract Surgery with Advanced Intraocular Lenses (IOLs)
- - LASIK, PRK, ICL & Refractive Procedures
- - Glaucoma and Retinal Disorder Management
- - Corneal Disease, Pediatric & Geriatric Vision Care
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Ophthalmology
- - Contributes scientifically accurate and reader-friendly eye health content
- - Supports awareness and education in vision care through expert-reviewed articles and practical guidance
Obstetrician and Gynaecology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Harshada Patil MBBS, DGO
- - Obstetrician and Gynaecology
- MBBS – Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences University, Maharashtra
- - DGO (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
- – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
- Over 13 years of clinical experience in women’s health
- - Specializes in:
- - Obstetrics and Antenatal Care
- - Infertility and Reproductive Health
- - Advanced Gynaecological Surgeries
- - Formerly associated with Kamla Nehru Hospital and Sonawane Maternity Hospital
- - Currently Consultant at Astha Hospital, Pune
- High-Risk Pregnancy and Maternity Care
- - Infertility Evaluation and Treatment
- - Laparoscopic and General Gynaecological Surgeries
- - Preventive Women’s Health
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Infertility
- - Reviews and contributes clinically relevant, evidence-based content
- - Aims to enhance women’s health education and awareness through reliable medical guidance
Cosmetology
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Swati Deore Pawar BAMS, ACCR, PGDCC, and PMU
- BAMS – Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
- - Postgraduate Certifications
- - ACCR (Aesthetic Cosmetology & Clinical Research)
- - PGDCC(Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Cosmetology)
- - PMU(Permanent Makeup)
- 15+ years of clinical expertise in skin and hair aesthetics
- - Founder of Avi’s Aesthetics Clinic, PCMC
- - Specializes in:
- - Laser Treatments
- - Facial Rejuvenation
- - Anti-aging Therapies
- - Regular speaker and trainer in cosmetology for public awareness and professional education
- Laser and Non-Surgical Aesthetic Procedures
- - Skin and Hair Rejuvenation
- - Facial Aesthetics and Anti-aging
- - Cosmetic Dermatology Education and Public Engagement
- Contributor and Reviewer
- – Cosmetology Content
- - Ensures evidence-based, clear, and accurate cosmetic health information
- - Supports Pharmacally’s goal of delivering trustworthy and practical skin and beauty care content
Dietician and Nutrition
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Richa Mutha Clinical Nutritionist and Dietician
- Graduation and Post
- - Graduation in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
- – S.N.D.T. Women’s University
- - Specializes in managing:
- - Diabetes
- - PCOS
- - Thyroid Disorders
- - Hypertension
- 8+ years of experience in clinical nutrition and lifestyle-based disease management
- Former roles at:
- Ruby Hall Clinic
- Freedom from Diabetes HealthifyMe
- Poona Diabetes Centre
- - Currently runs her own nutrition practice
- Lifestyle Nutrition for Chronic Conditions
- - Women’s Hormonal Health (PCOS, Thyroid)
- - Sustainable Eating and Home-Based Nutrition
- - Client-Centered Diet Planning
- Expert Advisor
- – Food and Wellness
- - Contributes and reviews content on nutrition, healthy living, and nutraceuticals
- - Translates evidence-based knowledge into simple, actionable health practices for readers
Anaestheology and Pain Management
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Shital Ghangale Katore MBBS, , DNB in Anaesthesiology
- MBBS – Government Medical College, Akola
- - Diploma in Anaesthesiology
- – B.J. Medical College, Pune
- - DNB in Anaesthesiology
- – Hiranandani Hospital, Mumbai
- - Fellowship in Interventional Pain Management
- Over 9 years of clinical experience in anaesthesiology and pain management
- - Consultant at Neuro Nest Multispeciality Hospital
- Interventional Pain Procedures
- - Chronic and Neuropathic Pain Management
- - Spine and Musculoskeletal Pain
- - Anaesthesia and Perioperative Pain Control
- - Holistic and Lifestyle-Based Pain Interventions
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Anaesthesiology & Pain Management
- - Contributes evidence-based, accurate content on pain therapies and anaesthesia innovations
- - Supports public education by translating complex medical strategies into reader-friendly, practical guidance
Orthopaedics
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Sham Shinde MBBS, D-Ortho
- MBBS, D-Ortho – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
- Renowned orthopaedic surgeon with national recognition
- - Pioneer in hip arthroscopy in India
- - Expertise in:
- - Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty
- - Joint Preservation Techniques
- - Trauma and Sports Injury Surgery
- - Consultant at Astha Hospital
- - Faculty for orthopaedic training and live surgical workshops
- Hip and Shoulder Arthroscopy
- - Joint Preservation and Replacement (Arthroplasty)
- - Complex Trauma Surgery
- - Sports Injuries and Minimally Invasive Orthopaedics
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
- - Offers expert guidance on joint care, injury prevention, and advanced surgical techniques
- - Contributes content to educate professionals and empower patients with orthopaedic knowledge
ENT
Department
Education
Experience
Area of Expertise
Role of Pharmacally

- Dr. Suraj Giri MBBS, MS-ENT
- MBBS – Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)
- - MS (ENT)
- – NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences & Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur
- Over 12 years of experience in ENT surgery and clinical care
- - Specializes in:
- - Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive ENT Surgeries
- - Sinus Surgery and Voice Surgery
- - Rhinoplasty and ENT Oncology
- - Director at Devgiri Memorial Hospital, Pune
- - Published multiple international research papers in ENT and surgical innovation
- Sinus and Nasal Surgery (including Endoscopy)
- - Voice and Throat Procedures
- - Cosmetic ENT (Rhinoplasty)
- - ENT Oncology and Complex Head & Neck Surgeries
- Advisory Medical Expert
- – ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)
- - Contributes expert-reviewed content on ENT health, surgical techniques, and innovations
- - Helps translate complex ENT care into easy-to-understand public health information