Consultant Gynaecologist, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon in Pune - Dr. Balaji Nalwad Reddy
With over 23 years of clinical experience, he has performed more than 17,000 surgeries, focusing on advanced endometriosis management, complex fibroid surgeries, infertility treatment, and fertility-preserving procedures. His expertise has attracted patients from India, Canada, the USA, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Oman, Mozambique, and Malawi.
About Us
Dr Balaji Nalwad Reddy
Dr. Nalwad Balaji Reddy is a Consultant Gynecologist at Divya Clinic with specialisation in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries.
A postgraduate of the prestigious Medical College & Hospital, Sion, Mumbai, Dr. Balaji Reddy trained in endoscopy under Dr. Vivek Salunke before further honing his skills in Spain and the USA. He has served as an Assistant & Associate Professor, training both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and is the convenor for FOGSl-recognized Gynecological Endoscopy Training.
Meet Dr. Balaji Nalwad Reddy – Consultant Gynaecologist, Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeon in Pune
With over 23 years of clinical experience and more than 20,000 successful surgeries, Dr. Balaji Nalwad Reddy is a highly trusted name in women’s healthcare. He specialises in:
✅ Advanced Endometriosis Management
✅ Complex Fibroid Surgeries
✅ Infertility Treatment
✅ Fertility-Preserving Procedures
Our Gynecologist Services
Advanced care to manage endometriosis, reducing pain and improving reproductive health.
Fertility Enhancing Surgery
Specialized surgeries to improve fertility and help women overcome infertility challenges.
Expert diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cysts to prevent complications and maintain reproductive health.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no limit for the size of the masses to be removed by laparoscopy.
There are different ways by which we can remove the masses from the tummy or from inside of the Uterus.
1. Morcellation :
(A) Powered morcellation -
Large Fibroids are removed by enlarging one of the 5 mm incision to 15 mm, and a special instrument named morsellator is used to retrieve Fibroids by making thumb-sized strips.
This can be performed inside a bag to prevent spillage of tissue inside the tummy.
(B) Vaginal Morcellation -
After performing any size of uterus removal surgery (Laparoscopic Hysterectomy), the Uterus with fibroids are retrieved throughthe vagina by an apple core technique.
2. Endobag tissue retrieval :
After performing fertility fertility-preserving surgery, masses like ovarian cyst, Endometriotic tissue, ectopic pregnancy, dermoid cyst, infected masses and other tissues are retrieved through a bag putting inside the tummy after enlarging one of the 5 mm ports into 15 -20 mm .
Here also, there will be no spillage of tissue inside the tummy and no contamination of the port site .
3.Through trocar :
Long tubular masses with a width <10mm are taken out through a 10 mm camera port.
4. Hysteroscopic masses :
After performing hysteroscopic resection of masses all small bits of tissues are taken out with an instrument named Ovum forcep.
Various studies have proven beyond doubt that laparoscopy is safer than conventional surgery if you compare with the number and severity of the complications.
In Endoscopic / Robotic surgeries, there are several times (30-40) magnification and a significant amount of tissue differentiation. Hence, precision and accuracy is definitely several times more in Endoscopic / Robotic surgeries.
In open surgery, we clamp the tissue first cut and then tie with the sutures to arrest bleeding.
Where as,in Endoscopic/ Robotic surgery we first seal the blood vessels by a technique called coagulation using various energy sources like cautery, ultrasonic device RF, thunder bit and then cut so there is no blood loss. Because of magnification and precision very minute blood vessels ( capillaries are taken care before cutting and minimizing loss of a drop of blood.
First and foremost thing necessary is once you have decided a doctor who is going to perform surgery on your body, keep trust and have faith in him.
Anxiety or stress may increase blood pressure and surgery may have to be postponed. Before the day of surgery ensure all the tests are done suggested by the doctor.
Also if you are going for admission on the day of surgery then ensure your anesthesia fitness prior is done. Understand all benefits and risks related to your surgery from your doctor before getting admitted into the hospital.
Regarding diet :
Usually 24 hrs before the surgery liquid diet is recommended. For bowel clearance tablets or enema given depending upon the type of surgery. On the day of surgery it is advisable to take a bath. NBM - usually 6-8 hrs prior to the surgery patient should not eat or drink anything, even water.
1.Posture - Maintain proper posture while walking or sitting which will avoid backache in later life that results purely because of wrong posture and not the surgery.
2. Support - while getting up or lying down, turn into lateral position and take support of the hand and prevent the raise in pressure inside the tummy.
3. Bath - Usually small laparoscopic ports are covered with sterile waterproof dressing and patients can take bath whenever they feel comfortable.
4. Activity - Earliest out of ambulation is recommended even before that whenever the patient feels comfortable, earliest movements in the bed are encouraged. As per patient’s comfort morning or evening walks after discharge are suggested to enhance faster recovery. Avoid lifting heavy objects or weight training in the gym for 6 weeks . However, carrying out routine activities is suggested earlier depending on the patient's recovery.
Complications after discharge are very minimal. Patient should report to the doctor if patient experience increasing pain, fever, difficulty in breathing burning while passing urine, blood in urine or stool, vomiting, excessive vaginal bleeding,
Follow up date is either written on discharge summary or communicated verbally at the time of discharge.usual follow up is advised on 8 th day after surgery to check the dressing if absorbable sutures is used or remove the staples in OPD. Also, bring the histopathology report of the tissue sent for examination.If anyhow not received the report then do not forget to discuss with the doctor about the histopathology report, which will recommend deciding the necessity of any further treatment received .
Dr Balaji has been a blessing in disguise.Thank you doctor for the wonderful care and guidance you have provided. I was completely stressed out about my operation and you made me feel not just comfortable but also you made me feel confident.) can surely say you're the best doctor in Pune.Thank you from the bottom of my heart
Shubham