Dr. Prakash S. Pania

Dr. Prakash Pania, Consultant Endocrinologist

Dr. Prakash Pania, recognized as a leading Indian endocrinologist in Dubai, joined International Modern Hospital in April 2024. With over two decades of specialized experience in thyroid and diabetes management, Dr. Pania is known for being a top diabetes doctor in Dubai. Born and educated in Kuwait, he obtained his MBBS and MD from J.N.M.C., Belgaum, Karnataka, and completed his DM in Endocrinology at T.N. Medical College, Nair Hospital, Mumbai, India. His academic contributions include serving as a lecturer at Nair Hospital from 1999 to 2002. Dr. Pania is one of the early private sector endocrinologists in Dubai, and his Gulf upbringing and conversational Arabic skills enable him to provide culturally sensitive care, particularly during Ramadan. His practice is built on a foundation of ethical standards and effective communication, earning him a trustworthy reputation among patients seeking comprehensive care for thyroid and diabetes.

Diabetes treatments:

• Diabetes Mellitus – Type 1, Type 2
• Gestational Diabetes
• Complications of diabetes
• Continuous glucose monitoring and guiding patients on insulin pump

Thyroid Treatments:

Treatment for thyroid disorders depends on the specific condition. Here are common treatments for various thyroid issues:

• Hypothyroidism:

This is typically treated with synthetic thyroid hormone medication (levothyroxine) to replace the deficient hormone. The dosage is adjusted based on blood tests to maintain normal hormone levels.

• Hyperthyroidism:

Treatment options include medications to reduce hormone production (such as methimazole, propylthiouracil), radioactive iodine therapy to destroy thyroid cells, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland (thyroidectomy).

• Thyroid Nodules:

Small, non-cancerous nodules may not require treatment. If they are large or causing symptoms, treatment may include surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, or ethanol ablation (injection of ethanol into the nodule to shrink it).

• Thyroid Cancer:

Treatment may involve surgery to remove the thyroid gland (thyroidectomy), radioactive iodine therapy, thyroid hormone therapy, external beam radiation therapy, or chemotherapy.

• Goiter:

Treatment depends on the underlying cause. If the goiter is due to iodine deficiency, iodine supplements may be prescribed. If it’s causing symptoms or is due to an underlying thyroid condition, treatment may include medications, radioactive iodine therapy, or surgery.