Brief Profile
Dr. Somsharan Betgeri is a highly experienced Interventional Radiologist in Bangalore with over 10+ years of expertise in performing advanced minimally invasive vascular and non-vascular procedures. He is known for managing complex conditions across neuro, hepatobiliary, and peripheral vascular systems using image-guided precision techniques.
He has played a pioneering role in establishing comprehensive Interventional Radiology services in Central Kerala and has led several landmark procedures, including performing one of the first TIPS procedures in the region and contributing to advanced stroke care services. His approach focuses on reducing surgical risk, faster recovery, and delivering patient-centric, technology-driven care.
Educational Qualifications
- MBBS - Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Karnataka
- DMRD – Radiology - IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, Kolkata
- DNB – Radiodiagnosis - National Board of Examinations, India
- PDCC – Interventional Radiology (HPB) - Institute of Liver & Biliary Sciences (ILBS), New Delhi
Experience
10+ years
- Senior & Chief Consultant – Interventional Radiology - Caritas Hospital, Kottayam
- Consultant Interventional Radiologist - Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut
- Senior Resident – Interventional Radiology (PDCC) - ILBS, New Delhi
- Resident – Radiology (DNB & DMRD) - MIMS Calicut & IPGMER Kolkata
Expertise
- Neuro Interventions – Stroke thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling, AVM embolization
- Hepatobiliary Interventions – TIPS, biliary drainage, portal hypertension procedures
- Oncology Interventions – TACE, radioembolization, tumour ablation
- Peripheral Vascular Interventions – Angioplasty, stenting, thrombectomy
- Uterine & Prostate Artery Embolization
- Dialysis Access & AV Fistula Interventions
- Pain Management & Nerve Blocks
- Image-Guided Biopsies & Drainage Procedures
Key Achievements
- Established full-fledged Interventional Radiology services in Central Kerala
- Performed first successful TIPS procedure in the region
- Among the highest volume operators for TIPS and lymphatic interventions in Kerala
- Key contributor to advanced stroke and liver transplant programs
- Extensive experience across neuro, vascular, and oncologic interventions
Procedure Experience (Highlights)
- 400+ Stroke thrombectomies & neuro interventions
- 300+ TIPS procedures
- 400+ TACE & liver cancer interventions
- 600+ biliary interventions
- 1000+ varicose vein treatments
- 700+ dialysis access procedures
Memberships
- Indian Radiological & Imaging Association (IRIA)
- Indian Society of Vascular & Interventional Radiology (ISVIR)
- Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS)
Research & Publications
- Published multiple papers in national and international journals, including:
- Neuroradiology Journal
- Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
- Minimally Invasive Therapy & Allied Technologies
- Regular presenter at IRIA and ISVIR conferences
- Research contributions in TIPS, biliary interventions, and neuroimaging
Clinical Focus
- Advanced image-guided minimally invasive treatments
- Complex vascular and oncologic interventions
- Stroke and emergency interventional care
- Improving outcomes with precision, safety, and faster recovery
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