Paediatric Echocardiography (2D Echo) — what to know
A live ultrasound of a child's beating heart to map chambers, valves and blood flow. 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 Salt Lake choose Dr. Nandi
- Fellowship-trained in Sydney; MBBS, MD, MRCPCH (UK), FNB
- Convenient for families from Salt Lake and Kestopur
- Consults in Bengali, Hindi & English
- 40,000+ echocardiographies and 2,000+ cath-lab procedures
- Scar-free, catheter-based options wherever possible
Getting to Dr. Nandi from Salt Lake
Salt Lake (Bidhannagar) is a few minutes from the Kankurgachi chamber and joins RTIICS, Mukundapur along the E.M. Bypass.
Also serving nearby: families from Kestopur, Baguiati, New Town, Mukundapur reach the same chambers just as easily.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best paediatric cardiologist in Salt Lake for Paediatric Echocardiography (2D Echo)?
Dr. Debabrata Nandi is among the most trusted paediatric cardiologists for Paediatric Echocardiography (2D Echo) for families in Salt Lake and nearby Kestopur. He consults at RTIICS Mukundapur and in Barasat.
How do I book an appointment from Salt Lake?
Call +91 94333 44416 or message on WhatsApp. RTIICS Mukundapur and the Barasat clinic are both easily reachable from Salt Lake and Kestopur, Baguiati, New Town, Mukundapur.
Is Paediatric Echocardiography (2D Echo) safe for children?
Yes. Paediatric Echocardiography (2D Echo) 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.