12+ years
Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute
Kolkata
Dr. Sounak Paul is an Interventional Radiologist in Kolkata, associated with Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute and The Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI), a CK Birla Hospital. He specialises in minimally invasive, image-guided procedures used to diagnose and treat vascular and non-vascular conditions. CMRI reports more than 12 years of experience in radiology, including dedicated practice in interventional radiology since 2017.
Dr. Sounak Paul holds an MBBS from Medical College, Kolkata, and a DNB in Radiodiagnosis from Apollo Speciality Hospital, Chennai. He subsequently underwent advanced training in Interventional Radiology at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, in 2017. His clinical background combines diagnostic imaging expertise with minimally invasive treatments that often use ultrasound, fluoroscopy or CT guidance.
His areas of expertise include peripheral arterial disease, blocked leg arteries, non-healing wounds, diabetic foot-related circulation problems, chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins. Interventional radiology techniques may help restore blood flow, treat abnormal blood vessels and address selected circulatory conditions through small punctures rather than conventional open surgical incisions.
Dr. Paul also focuses on minimally invasive treatment options for enlarged prostate, uterine fibroids and thyroid nodules. His reported procedures include prostate artery embolisation, uterine fibroid embolisation, thyroid nodule microwave ablation and thyroid artery embolisation. These treatments are considered according to the patient's diagnosis, symptoms, imaging findings and suitability for image-guided intervention.
Additional professional service listings include image-guided biopsy, drainage procedures, percutaneous nephrostomy, biliary drainage, vascular access procedures and angioplasty. He works in coordination with referring physicians and surgeons to determine suitable treatment approaches. Some procedures may be performed as day-care interventions, although recovery requirements depend on the condition and procedure.
Dr. Sounak Paul is a life member of the Indian Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology and has contributed to peer-reviewed medical publications. His research includes published reports on endovascular embolisation, pseudoaneurysm management and interventional pain procedures. Patients seeking minimally invasive vascular or image-guided treatment in Kolkata can contact his associated hospitals to confirm current consultation and procedural availability.
Peripheral arterial disease occurs when narrowed or blocked arteries reduce blood supply to the limbs, particularly the legs. Symptoms may include walking-related leg pain, poor wound healing and reduced circulation. Image-guided interventions, including angioplasty and stenting, may be considered for suitable patients after vascular assessment and imaging.
Peripheral angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a small balloon to widen narrowed or blocked blood vessels. A stent may be inserted to help maintain blood flow when appropriate. The procedure is used in selected patients with peripheral arterial disease and requires careful vascular imaging and clinical evaluation.
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted superficial veins that may cause aching, swelling, heaviness or discomfort in the legs. Treatment options include compression therapy and minimally invasive procedures such as endovenous ablation. The most suitable approach depends on ultrasound findings, symptoms and the extent of venous reflux.
People with diabetes may develop reduced blood circulation in the lower limbs, increasing the risk of non-healing ulcers and tissue damage. Vascular assessment helps identify arterial blockages and determine whether blood-flow restoration is appropriate. Treatment may involve angioplasty, wound care and coordinated diabetes management.
Prostate artery embolisation is a minimally invasive treatment for selected men with urinary symptoms caused by benign prostatic enlargement. Small particles are delivered into arteries supplying the prostate to reduce blood flow and encourage gland shrinkage. Suitability is determined through specialist urological and radiological evaluation.
Uterine fibroid embolisation treats selected symptomatic uterine fibroids by blocking their blood supply using tiny particles. This minimally invasive procedure may reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and fibroid-related pressure symptoms while preserving the uterus. Treatment selection requires consideration of fibroid characteristics, fertility plans and individual clinical circumstances.
Microwave ablation uses controlled thermal energy to reduce the size of selected thyroid nodules under ultrasound guidance. It may be considered for appropriately assessed benign nodules causing discomfort or cosmetic concerns. Accurate diagnosis, nodule assessment and follow-up imaging are important before and after treatment.
Thyroid artery embolisation is a specialised image-guided procedure that reduces blood supply to selected thyroid tissue. It may be considered in carefully selected cases where alternative treatments are unsuitable. The procedure requires detailed imaging, assessment of thyroid function and specialist discussion of benefits and risks.
Image-guided biopsy uses ultrasound, CT or other imaging techniques to help accurately position a needle within an abnormal tissue area. A small sample is collected for laboratory examination. This approach can support diagnosis while avoiding larger surgical incisions in appropriately selected patients.
Image-guided drainage involves placing a needle or small catheter into an abnormal fluid collection using ultrasound or CT guidance. It may be used for selected abscesses or other fluid accumulations. The procedure can provide diagnostic samples, relieve symptoms and support treatment of the underlying condition.
Percutaneous nephrostomy is a procedure in which a drainage tube is inserted through the skin into the kidney under imaging guidance. It helps drain urine when the normal urinary pathway is obstructed. The procedure may be required for selected cases involving urinary blockage, infection or kidney drainage complications.
Image-guided biliary drainage helps restore bile flow when bile ducts become obstructed. A drainage catheter or stent may be inserted to relieve obstruction caused by selected benign or malignant conditions. This can help manage jaundice and associated complications while further treatment is planned.
Vascular embolisation uses image-guided catheters to block selected blood vessels intentionally. It may help control abnormal bleeding, manage certain vascular abnormalities or reduce blood supply to targeted tissue. Different embolic materials and techniques are chosen according to the condition, vessel anatomy and treatment objectives.
Dialysis access interventions are minimally invasive procedures used to evaluate and treat narrowing or other complications affecting haemodialysis fistulas and grafts. Techniques may include angioplasty and selected catheter-based procedures. The objective is to maintain effective access function and support safe, reliable dialysis treatment.
Central venous access involves placing a catheter into a large vein for medical treatments such as long-term medication, nutrition or dialysis. Ultrasound and fluoroscopic guidance can assist accurate catheter placement. The choice of device and insertion technique depends on treatment duration, vascular anatomy and clinical requirements.
Peripheral angiography is an imaging procedure used to assess blood vessels supplying the limbs. Contrast material and imaging technology help identify narrowing, blockages or other vascular abnormalities. The findings can support treatment planning, including decisions about medication, angioplasty, stenting or surgical referral.
MBBS, DNB (Radiodiagnosis)
Peripheral arterial disease management, lower-limb angioplasty and stenting, peripheral angiography, varicose vein treatment, chronic venous insufficiency management, diabetic foot circulation assessment, image-guided biopsy, image-guided drainage, percutaneous nephrostomy, prostate artery embolisation, uterine fibroid embolisation, thyroid nodule microwave ablation, thyroid artery embolisation, embolisation procedures, central venous access, dialysis access interventions, biliary drainage and stenting, vascular ultrasound assessment, CT-guided procedures.
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Dr. Sounak Paul is an interventional radiologist in Kolkata associated with Fortis Hospital & Kidney Institute and CMRI Hospital. He specialises in minimally invasive, image-guided procedures used to treat selected vascular and non-vascular conditions.
Dr. Sounak Paul holds MBBS and DNB (Radiodiagnosis) qualifications. He completed his MBBS at Medical College, Kolkata, in 2010, DNB training at Apollo Speciality Hospital, Chennai, in 2014, and advanced interventional radiology training in Bangalore in 2017.
CMRI Hospital reports over 12 years of experience, while Fortis lists 11 years. He has practised radiology since 2014 and interventional radiology since 2017, according to CMRI. The current total should be confirmed with the hospital.
His documented areas of expertise include peripheral arterial disease, varicose veins, diabetic foot circulation problems, benign prostate enlargement, uterine fibroids and selected thyroid nodules. Appropriate treatment depends on clinical assessment and imaging results.
His professional listings include peripheral angioplasty and stenting to manage selected narrowed or blocked blood vessels. These procedures use imaging guidance and catheter-based techniques, with suitability determined through individual vascular assessment.
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