Dr Pulkit Rangarh
Interventional Radiologist
To address this gap, Dr Pulkit Rangarh, an Interventional Radiologist with over a decade of experience, actively promotes education and awareness about the specialty and the life-changing benefits it offers. He organizes academic events and Continuing Medical Education(CME) sessions for fellow physicians. He also participates in conferences across specialties to present cases and highlight the advantages of minimally invasive interventions. His efforts aim to improve physician awareness, encourage appropriate referrals and ensure more patients benefit from these advanced treatment options.
The Foundations & Early Influences
Dr Pulkit was born in a small town in Madhya Pradesh, Shivpuri, where he completed his schooling. “I come from a family of doctors. I was inspired to pursue medicine by my father, who is a general physician, and other family members who are also in the medical field”, says Dr Pulkit.
He cleared the All India PMT examination with an impressive All India Rank of 202 and pursued his MBBS at King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, one of India’s top five government medical universities. During his MBBS, Dr Pulkit earned 10 gold medals, 4 five silver medals, and the prestigious Chancellor’s Medal for academic excellence.
In 2015, he secured All India Rank 73 in the NEET-PG examination and chose MD in Radiology at KGMU, where he was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Resident. To further advance his specialization, he pursued a Fellowship (Securing AIR 3 in All India IR fellowship exam) in Vascular and Interventional Radiology at ILBS Hospital, New Delhi.
Specialization in Body Interventions
Building on his fellowship training, Dr Pulkit chose to focus on body interventions, one of
the two domains of Interventional Radiology. While neuro interventions deal with the brain and related structures, body interventions treat diseases in other parts of the body through minimally invasive techniques.
In this domain, Dr Pulkit’s proficiency extends to hepatobiliary, renal, oncological, thoracic, and gynaecological interventions. “My focus is on replacing traditional open surgeries with targeted, minimally invasive treatments that provide patients with safer procedures, reduced pain, and faster recovery”, explains Dr Pulkit.
Real world Impact
Dr Pulkit’s expertise in body interventions has led to remarkable results for his patients. He has successfully managed several complex cases through Interventional Radiology. One such case involved a patient with a large, seemingly incurable liver tumour who achieved a complete response following transarterial radioembolization(TARE).
In another instance, a 25-year-old woman with severe uterine bleeding caused by a fibroid was treated successfully with uterine artery embolization, which not only controlled the bleeding but also preserved her uterus and reproductive function.
An elderly patient presenting with massive, life threatening bleeding from the lungs was stabilized through bronchial artery embolization. Similarly, in a patient with advanced liver cirrhosis suffering from repeated bleeding and fluid accumulation, a TIPS(Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt) procedure effectively controlled the bleeding and reduced ascites, giving a significant relief for the patient.
Dr Pulkit’s approach to patient care is centered around counselling and long-term engagement. Before any procedure, he ensures patients under stand every aspect, including the benefits, potential risks, and post-procedure care. Even after recovery, he maintains follow-up to monitor their well-being and the impact of the treatment.
Technological Advancements
Dr Pulkit points out that Interventional Radiology has advanced rapidly due to technological innovations. Traditionally, surgical procedures required large incisions, but minimally invasive techniques allow precise targeting of diseases, reducing the need for open surgery.
He explains that tools like high-resolution ultrasound, CT scans, and advanced fluoroscopy enhance visualization of internal structures, enabling interventionists to navigate tiny blood vessels, collect tissue samples and perform targeted treatments. Modern microcatheters as small as one to two millimeters make previously inaccessible areas treatable, while fusion imaging and AI allow procedures like prostate biopsies to be done with simple needle.
AI-driven catheters for thrombectomy can detect when no clot remains, minimizing blood loss and improving overall patient outcomes.
According to Dr Pulkit, these advances have not only reduced the need for open surgeries but also shortened recovery time and improved patient outcomes. To keep pace with such progress, he regularly attends conferences and training sessions, ensuring that the latest innovations are incorporated into his practice for the benefit of his patients.
Looking ahead, Dr Pulkit envisions expanding the Interventional Radiology department at his hospital and introducing even more advanced treatments. His mission is to make this specialty accessible to patients across India so that more patients can benefit from the life-changing advantages of minimally invasive care.
In this domain, Dr Pulkit’s proficiency extends to hepatobiliary, renal, oncological, thoracic, and gynaecological interventions. “My focus is on replacing traditional open surgeries with targeted, minimally invasive treatments that provide patients with safer procedures, reduced pain, and faster recovery”, explains Dr Pulkit.
Interventional Radiology has emerged as a standard of care globally, and my goal is to make it more accessible and impactful for patients across India
Real world Impact
Dr Pulkit’s expertise in body interventions has led to remarkable results for his patients. He has successfully managed several complex cases through Interventional Radiology. One such case involved a patient with a large, seemingly incurable liver tumour who achieved a complete response following transarterial radioembolization(TARE).
In another instance, a 25-year-old woman with severe uterine bleeding caused by a fibroid was treated successfully with uterine artery embolization, which not only controlled the bleeding but also preserved her uterus and reproductive function.
An elderly patient presenting with massive, life threatening bleeding from the lungs was stabilized through bronchial artery embolization. Similarly, in a patient with advanced liver cirrhosis suffering from repeated bleeding and fluid accumulation, a TIPS(Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt) procedure effectively controlled the bleeding and reduced ascites, giving a significant relief for the patient.
Dr Pulkit’s approach to patient care is centered around counselling and long-term engagement. Before any procedure, he ensures patients under stand every aspect, including the benefits, potential risks, and post-procedure care. Even after recovery, he maintains follow-up to monitor their well-being and the impact of the treatment.
Technological Advancements
Dr Pulkit points out that Interventional Radiology has advanced rapidly due to technological innovations. Traditionally, surgical procedures required large incisions, but minimally invasive techniques allow precise targeting of diseases, reducing the need for open surgery.
He explains that tools like high-resolution ultrasound, CT scans, and advanced fluoroscopy enhance visualization of internal structures, enabling interventionists to navigate tiny blood vessels, collect tissue samples and perform targeted treatments. Modern microcatheters as small as one to two millimeters make previously inaccessible areas treatable, while fusion imaging and AI allow procedures like prostate biopsies to be done with simple needle.
AI-driven catheters for thrombectomy can detect when no clot remains, minimizing blood loss and improving overall patient outcomes.
According to Dr Pulkit, these advances have not only reduced the need for open surgeries but also shortened recovery time and improved patient outcomes. To keep pace with such progress, he regularly attends conferences and training sessions, ensuring that the latest innovations are incorporated into his practice for the benefit of his patients.
Looking ahead, Dr Pulkit envisions expanding the Interventional Radiology department at his hospital and introducing even more advanced treatments. His mission is to make this specialty accessible to patients across India so that more patients can benefit from the life-changing advantages of minimally invasive care.
