Newborn Heart Screening — what to know
Early screening of newborns for congenital heart defects. This is a diagnostic test — quick, painless and safe for children of all ages.
What to expect
The test is quick and painless, needs no injection or fasting, and your child can stay awake on a parent's lap. A probe or soft leads are placed on the chest for a few minutes. Dr. Nandi reviews the images himself and talks you through what they mean the same day.
Why parents in Baguiati choose Dr. Nandi
- Consults in Bengali, Hindi & English
- Fellowship-trained in Sydney; MBBS, MD, MRCPCH (UK), FNB
- 12+ years of specialised paediatric & fetal cardiology experience
- 40,000+ echocardiographies and 2,000+ cath-lab procedures
- Scar-free, catheter-based options wherever possible
Getting to Dr. Nandi from Baguiati
Baguiati sits on VIP Road linking the city to the airport, close to the Kankurgachi chamber via the Ultadanga connector.
Also serving nearby: families from Kestopur, Salt Lake, Dum Dum, Mukundapur reach the same chambers just as easily.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best paediatric cardiologist in Baguiati for Newborn Heart Screening?
Dr. Debabrata Nandi is among the most trusted paediatric cardiologists for Newborn Heart Screening for families in Baguiati and nearby Kestopur. He consults at RTIICS Mukundapur and in Barasat.
How do I book an appointment from Baguiati?
Call +91 94333 44416 or message on WhatsApp. RTIICS Mukundapur and the Barasat clinic are both easily reachable from Baguiati and Kestopur, Salt Lake, Dum Dum, Mukundapur.
Is Newborn Heart Screening safe for children?
Yes. Newborn Heart Screening is performed in a child-appropriate way; most tests are painless and safe, and Dr. Nandi explains every step to the family in simple terms.