
Dr. Danendra Sahu
Unit Head - Endocrinology
Fortis Super Specialty Hospital, Shalimar BaghDelhi, India
15+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS — Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai
- MD (General Medicine) — Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur
- DM (Endocrinology) — Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar
Overview:
Dr. Danendra Sahu is a Senior Consultant and Unit Head of Endocrinology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh in New Delhi. He is an accomplished endocrinologist and diabetologist with extensive experience in managing both adult and pediatric endocrine disorders. Dr. Sahu combines evidence-based clinical care with a holistic and personalized approach, emphasizing lifestyle guidance, preventive strategies, and long-term disease management for improved patient outcomes. Dr. Sahu’s clinical experience prior to his current role includes senior and associate consultant positions at notable institutions such as UCMS & GTB Hospital, Delhi, and Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — reinforcing his broad exposure to complex endocrine cases and multi-disciplinary management.
Dr. Sahu believes in a holistic, individualized care model that takes into account each patient’s medical history, lifestyle, and comorbidities. He emphasizes patient education and collaborative decision-making to help patients understand their condition, treatment choices, and long-term health goals.
Conditions Treated:
Dr. Sahu specializes in diagnosing and treating a broad range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, including:
- Diabetes mellitus (Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes) Thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid swelling)
- Hyperparathyroidism Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Short stature and growth-related endocrine issues
- Metabolic disorders requiring long-term endocrine care
- Pediatric and adult endocrine imbalances requiring specialized management
Procedures Performed:
Dr. Sahu provides comprehensive medical treatments and long-term management strategies in endocrinology, including:
- Personalized diabetes management plans with medication optimization, diet and lifestyle counselling
- Thyroid evaluation and therapy, including management of thyroid enlargement and functional disorders
- Treatment of PCOS and hormonal imbalances
- Growth hormone and metabolic evaluation in pediatric patients
- Preventive and therapeutic approaches for hormonal and metabolic health optimization
- Collaborative care involving dietitians, diabetes educators, and allied specialties for holistic outcomes
