Mr Sharath Paravastu

Qualifications

MBBS, PGDip, MD, FRCS

GMC number: 6061441

Practising since: 2003

Specialties

General Surgery

Consultation times

  • Every Wednesday Evening- 6-8pm
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About

Mr Paravastu trained in Yorkshire and the Humber Deanery, where he developed extensive vascular and endovascular experience. In addition, he undertook an Endovascular Fellowship in Sydney, Australia. He treats a wide range of conditions including:

  • Hernias
  • Carotid disease
  • Claudication
  • Varicose veins
  • Abdominal aortic aneurysms

He specialises in minimally invasive (key hole) treatment of varicose veins (LASER, RFA, Foam and Glue techniques)  

He has special interest in Endovascular (key hole) management of vascular disease, treating aneurysms and blockages in circulation using this approach

In addition, he also has a special interest in Diabetic Lower limb salvage with experience in performing below the knee and ankle angioplasty and stenting

Mr Paravastu also has extensive research experience and a special interest in systematic reviews and research in to endovascular management of vascular disease. He has published over 20 papers in peer reviewed journals.

Special interests

Key hole varicose veins
Diabetic Foot Salvage
Open Hernia


Other interests

  • Carotid disease
  • Vascular access
  • Aneurysm surgery

Treatments and tests offered by Mr Sharath Paravastu at Nuffield Health

  • Skin grafts for leg ulcers
  • Foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins
  • Endovenous laser treatment for varicose veins
  • Radiofrequency (RF) Ablation for Varicose Veins
  • Varicose vein stripping
  • Hernia repair

Locations Mr Sharath Paravastu works with

Related experience

Research

Currently working on reducing amputation rates in patients with Diabetes. Looking at improving outcomes in patients undergoing amputations.

Memberships

  • General Medical Council
  • Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon of Glasgow
  • Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland
  • British Medical Association
  • Medical Defence Union

Other posts held

  • Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Insurers Mr Sharath Paravastu works with

Mr Sharath Paravastu works with the following private medical insurance providers:

  • Aviva Health
  • AXA Health
  • AXA - Global Healthcare

Declaration

Mr Sharath Paravastu does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.

Mr Sharath Paravastu does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.

Mr Sharath Paravastu does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.