Dr Babu Kantamneni MD

Diverticulitis: What Is it and How to Deal With it

Diverticulitis is a condition in which small pouches or sacs called diverticula form in the large intestine, or colon, and become inflamed. When the sacs are inflamed, they can bulge outward and cause abdominal pain and discomfort. In addition to abdominal pain, several other symptoms can be associa

HEALTH LINES: What if it's more than holiday heartburn?

Sixty percent of the population will experience some type of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) within a year. Twenty to 30 percent of these will have weekly or more frequent symptoms.

Can Diverticulitis Cause Cancer?

[Infographic] Diverticulitis, an intestinal disorder marked by serious symptoms, is often misdiagnosed as colon cancer. But can it actually cause cancer?

Cervical Cancer & HPV: What You Need to Know

Cervical Cancer & HPV: What You Need to KnowLast updated: Nov 12, 2018Cervical Cancer & HPV: What You Need to KnowAbout 14 million women and men become infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV) each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. HPV accounts for 70 percent of cervical cancers and is associated with other malignancies, including vaginal, anal, head and neck cancersThe HPV vaccine is an effective way to prevent HPV infection…

4 things every parent should know about MD Anderson

The MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Center may be the best-kept secret in Houston, but Jennifer Robinson is out to change that. Her daughter Elise was treated there for osteosarcoma in 2014, and that’s when she learned what sets MD Anderson apart.

Readers Write: How to Sell to MD Anderson

It's That Time Of Year: MD&M Time!

February is MD&M time! This year we are very much looking forward to visiting with many of our medical device clients and consultants at the show.

Why I chose MD Anderson for my breast cancer treatment

Lesley Zentz’s breast cancer diagnosis was delayed due to another medical condition. But once she received it, she knew exactly where to go for treatment: MD Anderson.

Anal cancer survivor: Why I keep returning to MD Anderson

Elizabeth Deligiannis came to MD Anderson after a stage III anal cancer diagnosis. The Colorado resident has been cancer-free since December of that year, thanks to chemotherapy, radiation therapy and a warrior’s attitude.

Barton Associates: DO vs. MD: What’s the Difference?

What is the difference between an MD and a DO? Read our blog post to learn more about the differences between these two provider types.