Dr. Mitesh Shetty

Dr. Mitesh Shetty: A Key Influence in Medical Genetics

Dr. Mitesh Shetty is a Consultant Medical Geneticist in Bangalore. He is currently the Head of the Department of Medical Genetics at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, which is one of the premiere healthcare centers in the country. He has over 21 years in the field of medical genetics, with 14 years as a genetics specialist. He has made important contributions to genetics in terms of not only his knowledge and skills but also being able to communicate genetic science to individuals and families in a way that allows them to make informed health decisions.

Educational Background

Dr. Shetty's educational journey showcases his unwavering commitment to genetics:

• MBBS from D.Y. Patil Medical College, University of Mumbai

• M.Sc in Medical Genetics from University of Glasgow, UK

• Clinical Genetics & Cytogenetics Fellowship at Duncan Guthrie Institute for Medical Genetics, Glasgow

• PhD in Medical Genetics from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)

This blend of international exposure and research-oriented learning launched his career as a geneticist with both clinical and academic achievement.

Specialty

Genetics is an extensive field, that said, Dr. Shetty has developed areas of expertise in areas that affect a significant number of families/prospective families. His main areas of expertise are:

• Prenatal Diagnosis - early identification of genetic disorders during pregnancy

• Genetic Counselling - helping families deal with inherited disorders and associated risks

• Management of Genetic Disorders, including:

1. Down Syndrome

2. Autism Spectrum Disorders

3.  β-Thalassaemia

4. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)

5.  Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

6.  Huntington's Chorea

He also has expertise in risk assessment for hereditary cancers (breast and ovarian cancers) - an area of growing interest in the field of preventive health care.

Services and Techniques: 

Dr. Shetty employs technologies--and genetics--to facilitate precise diagnosis and patient counseling. Some of the technologies he uses regularly include (in no specific order): 

• Karyotyping

• FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization)

• Double/Quadruple Marker Studies

• Chromosomal Microarray Analysis

• Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)

These modern tools let him see genetic patterns and utilize these patterns to assist him when recommending the appropriate clinical therapeutic paths of care for patients. 

Experience & Teaching

Throughout his career Dr. Shetty has an accomplished list of endeavours, which include clinical, as well as teaching and research: 

• 21+ years of working in the field of Medical Genetics, including 14 years within genetics as a Medical Genetics specialist

• 10+ years of teaching at medical colleges 

• Mentor of Ph.D., M.Phil., and M.Sc. students

• Research - co-authored a chapter for a cardiology textbook and published extensively in peer-review journals 

He is also respected for his public awareness programs about genetics in many venues: organizations, talk shows on TV and radio, Facebook Live (among others). Together, they all tell a story about his commitment to making genetics comprehensible to the general public.

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