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 New Town choose Dr. Nandi
- Fellowship-trained in Sydney; MBBS, MD, MRCPCH (UK), FNB
- Scar-free, catheter-based options wherever possible
- 40,000+ echocardiographies and 2,000+ cath-lab procedures
- 12+ years of specialised paediatric & fetal cardiology experience
- Convenient for families from New Town and Rajarhat
Getting to Dr. Nandi from New Town
New Town (Rajarhat) reaches RTIICS, Mukundapur via the E.M. Bypass, while the Barasat chamber is a straight run up Jessore Road — two easy options for New Town families.
Also serving nearby: families from Rajarhat, Salt Lake, Baguiati, Mukundapur reach the same chambers just as easily.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best paediatric cardiologist in New Town for Newborn Heart Screening?
Dr. Debabrata Nandi is among the most trusted paediatric cardiologists for Newborn Heart Screening for families in New Town and nearby Rajarhat. He consults at RTIICS Mukundapur and in Barasat.
How do I book an appointment from New Town?
Call +91 94333 44416 or message on WhatsApp. RTIICS Mukundapur and the Barasat clinic are both easily reachable from New Town and Rajarhat, Salt Lake, Baguiati, 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.