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The Incubator India
Welcome to the Incubator India Podcast, your premier destination for cutting-edge neonatal care insights tailored for the Indian healthcare landscape. This podcast, hosted by experienced neonatologists Dr. Anita Singh and Dr. Akanksha Verma, bridges the gap between global research and local practice.
Each episode features in-depth journal club discussions, breaking down the latest studies in neonatology and exploring their implications for clinical care in India. From preterm infant management to innovative therapies, we dissect research that matters most to our unique healthcare environment.
But that's not all – we regularly welcome renowned experts from the field of neonatology for exclusive interviews. These conversations offer invaluable perspectives on emerging trends, challenges, and solutions specific to neonatal care in India.
Whether you're a neonatologist, pediatrician, NICU nurse, or healthcare professional passionate about improving outcomes for our tiniest patients, the Incubator India Podcast is your go-to resource. We combine evidence-based insights with practical applications, ensuring you stay at the forefront of neonatal care.
Join us as we incubate knowledge, foster collaboration, and elevate neonatal care standards across India. Subscribe now and be part of this exciting journey in advancing newborn health!
The Incubator India
#004 - Neonatal Genomics in India: A Conversation with Dr. Shubha Phadke
In this episode of Incubator India, Dr. Akanksha hosts Professor Dr. Shubha Phadke, a pioneer in medical genetics, to discuss the transformative role of Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) in neonatal care. The conversation covers the fundamentals of WES, its clinical applications, the importance of accurate phenotyping, and the utilization of genetic databases for effective diagnosis. Dr. Phadke emphasizes the need for high suspicion of genetic disorders in neonates and the critical role of detailed family history and clinical information in guiding genetic testing. This conversation delves into the critical role of genetics in neonatology, emphasizing the importance of rapid whole genome sequencing for early diagnosis and management of genetic disorders in neonates. It discusses the challenges posed by variants of unknown significance, the necessity of genetic counseling in the NICU, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic testing and prenatal diagnosis in the Indian context. The conversation concludes with a call to empower clinicians with genetic knowledge to enhance patient care.