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Dr. Dharshitha Varigonda is a dedicated Geriatric Medicine Specialist at Apollo Health City, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, with over 6 years of clinical experience in managing the health and well-being of older adults. She holds an MBBS degree, a DNB in Family Medicine, and a Diploma in Geriatric Medicine from the prestigious CMC Vellore, underscoring her specialized training in elderly care.
Dr. Varigonda focuses on providing holistic and compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of geriatric patients. Her areas of expertise include management of chronic diseases, cognitive disorders like dementia, age-related mobility issues, and preventive healthcare for the elderly. She is deeply committed to enhancing the quality of life for her patients through personalized care plans, continuity of care, and patient education.
Known for her empathetic approach and clinical acumen, Dr. Varigonda works closely with patients and their families to ensure comprehensive and dignified care. She also collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to address the physical, emotional, and social challenges faced by older adults.
Fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada, Dr. Varigonda effectively communicates with a diverse patient population. Her blend of expertise, compassion, and patient-centric care makes her a trusted specialist in Geriatric Medicine.
Memberships
- Royal College of Physicians and BMJ certified course in Diabetology
- Geriatric Society of India, certified course in Geriatrics and gerontology.
- Certified trainer for formal and informal caregivers of Dementia. By Dementia India Alliance.
- Indian Academy of Geriatrics
- Dementia India Alliance
Special Interests
- Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA)
- Multimorbidity and Frailty Management
- Dementia Diagnosis and Cognitive Assessments
- Fall Risk Assessment and Prevention
- Perioperative Care for the Elderly
- Bone Health: Osteoporosis screening, fracture prevention, and management
- Polypharmacy Optimization and Deprescribing
- Adult & Geriatric Vaccination
- Primary Care
- Chronic disease management
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