Our Panel of Specialists
Dr. Ramesh Santhanakrishnan
Director & Chief Pediatric Surgeon
- Nearly 30 years of Experience
- Brilliant Academic & Service Record
- Pioneer in Pediatric Minimal Invas ive Surgery
- Established Department at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health
Areas Of Expertise
General Pediatric Surgery
Antenatal Counselling
Pediatric Robotic Surgery
Pediatric Urology
Ped. Colorectal Surgery
Ped. Hepato -Biliary Surgery
Basic & Advanced Minimal Access Surgery
Pediatric Thoracic & Thoracoscopic Surgery
Dr. RAVNEET CHHABRA
MBBS. MS, MCh
- An MBBS from S.N. Medical College, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra. She specializes in the field of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology, Pediatric Onco-surgery and Minimal access surgery.
- She has worked as a senior resident in the department of Head and Neck Oncology at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre, New Delhi.
- Besides, worked as a Surgery Registrar in Cytecare Cancer Hospital, Bengaluru and Assistant Professor, Pediatric Surgery at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bengaluru
Areas Of Expertise
General Pediatric Surgery
Basic & Advanced Minimal Access Surgery
Pediatric Robotic Surgery
Pediatric Urology
Ped. Colorectal Surgery
Dr. S. SOUNDHARYA
MBBS, MS (Gen. Surg.), MCh
- Dr. Soundharya has been associated with leading healthcare institutions, including Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bangalore
- Specializes in neonatal surgery and pediatric surgery including urology, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and thoracic surgery, with a special interest in Minimally invasive surgery and antenatal counselling for birth anomalies.
- Dr. Soundharya has attended numerous state and national conferences, presenting several research papers. Her work is well-recognized, with multiple publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
- Driven by a deep passion for pediatric surgery, she is committed to providing comprehensive surgical care for children.
- Her approach is marked by kindness, patience, and a strong dedication to improving child health outcomes.
Areas Of Expertise
General Pediatric Surgery
Basic & Advanced Minimal Access Surgery
Pediatric Robotic Surgery
Pediatric Urology
Ped. Colorectal Surgery
Dr. RUDRAPRASAD M. S.
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
- Experience of 25 years
- Expertise in arthroscopic procedure, dislocation hips, birth anomalies affecting musculoskeletal system, bone and joint infections.
- Expertise in Pediatric Trauma, Deformity Corrections etc.
- His expertise and commitment to advancing the field make him a leading figure in Orthopedic care
Dr. ABHISHEK S. BHASME
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
- MBBS from Dr BR Ambedkar Medical College, Bengaluru.
- MS Orthopedics from Father Muller’s Medical College, Mangaluru.
- Fellowship in pediatric Orthopedics from Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bengaluru.
- Have performed a wide range of pediatric orthopedic surgeries, addressing both straight forward and complex cases in pediatric and adult populations.
- His expertise and commitment to advancing the field make him a leading figure in orthopedic care.
- His special interests in deformity correction, Rare bone diseases, cerebral palsy, hip prevention surgery, brachial plexus surgery.
Dr. MOHAMMED YAQUB
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
- MBBS from Dr BR Ambedkar Medical College, Bengaluru
- MS Orthopedics from Kurnool Medical College
- Fellowship in pediatric Orthopedics from Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bengaluru
- Dr Yaqub practices pediatric orthopedics and has experience in treating acute simple and complex Trauma, Bone infections, neglected fractures and bone injuries, Ligament injuries and sprains
- As a Pediatric Orthopedician, he is trained in handling congenital and devolopmental diseases in children, endocrine and infectious diseases in children
Dr. PREMKUMAR
Pediatric ENT Surgeon
- MBBS from Jagadguru Jayadeva Murugarajendra Medical College (JJMMC) in 2001
- MS - ENT from Jagadguru Jayadeva Murugarajendra Medical College (JJMMC) in 2007
- An experience of 17 years in this field
- His expertise involves - Ear Micro Surgery, Microsurgery of the Larynx, Pediatric ENT, Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery - FESS and Micro Larygral surgery etc.
Dr. PRASHANTHA KESARI
Pediatric Plastic Surgeon
- MBBS, MS Gen Surgery. MRCS (UK) DNB Gen Surgery, M.Ch – Plastic Surgery.
- He has done his Plastic surgery from LTM Medical College, Mumbai and also has advanced fellowship in plastic/cosmetic surgery
- His motto is to understand the patient’s needs and use his surgical expertise to give the most satisfactory results
- He is well-versed in hair transplant surgeries
Dr. SAMEER M. HALAGERI
Pediatric Plastic Surgeon
- Qualification - MBBS, MS, M.Ch
- Department - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Fellowship in Microvascular surgery and Oncore construction.
Areas Of Expertise
Cancer Reconstruction
Hand and Brachial plexus surgery
Burns and trauma reconstruction
Cleft and craniofacial surgery
Dr. PRADEEP KUMAR N.
Plastic Surgeon & Reconstructive Expert
- Qualification - MBBS (BMCRI)
- DNB General & Plastic Surgery (National Board of Examination, India) Manipal Hospital
- Dr. Pradeep Kumar N is a renowned Plastic Surgeon in Bangalore with 12+ years of expertise
Areas Of Expertise
Reconstructive Surgery
Diabetic Foot Management
Hand & Microvascular Surgery
Pediatric Plastic Surgery
Dr. VINUPRIYA DASARATHA
Pediatric Surgical Oncologist
- Qualifications : MBBS (SDUMC), MS (KIMS, Hubli), MCh (IGICH Fellow)
- Associated with Shankara Cancer Hospital, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru
- She has 9 years of experience in Pediatric Surgery and has worked as an expert in different cities in India
- Has contributed to handling numerous complex medical cases in several hospitals.
- She is known for her attention to accurate diagnosis and treating patients empathetically.
- The speciality interests of Dr. Vinu are Pediatric Surgery, Neonatal Surgery and Minimal Access Surgery.
Dr. RAJIV LOCHAN
Pediatric Hepato Biliary Surgeon
- Ms (Gen. Surg) MD, FRCSEd (Gen. Surg), FRCS (Intercollegiate – HPB Surgery), CCT (UK HPB and Transplantation), European Transplant Diploma
- Lead Consultant Liver, Pancreas and Abdominal Transplant Surgeon, comprehensive Liver Care Group, Manipal Hospitals, Bengaluru
- Academic Interests : He has authored numerous indexed publications (>40), books and has contributed to UK and Indian national Transplantation and HPB guidelines. Closely involved in developing educational training courses for general and specialist surgeons.
- “Return back to society”: He also runs a not-for profit organisation – ILC Foundation which focusses on increasing awareness of Liver diseases, works towards preventing them, carries out related educational activities and is trying to make Liver related care more affordable. His vision for the future of HPB Surgery and especially of Liver Transplantation is to ensure that the benefits of the advances in the Specialty benefit all. Towards this end he has developed an Affordable Liver transplant model for children and developing and growing this further is of key value for him and his team.
- Associated with many start-ups which are seeking to leverage the current digital technologies to maximise the societal reach of developments in Healthcare
Dr. RAJASHEKAR REDDY
Pediatric Thoracic & Thoracoscopic Surgeon
- Editorial Board IJTCS (Indian Journal of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery)– Thoracic Surgery Section Editor from 2017
- Prof. MP Mehta Oration (IACTS – Indian Association of Cardiothoracic Surgeons) – Feb 2023
- Prof. M Authikeshavalu Oration, SSB ASICC, Nov 2021
- Prof. Godrej S Karai oration (IACTS)– Feb 2017
- President Surgical society of Bengaluru – 2017
- Director Clinical skills centre, BMCDT (Bangalore Medical College Development Trust)
- Organising Secretary ISTSCON2023 (Annual meeting of the Indian Association of Thoracic Surgeons & Trust) Nov 2023
- Reviewer for IJTCS/EJCTS (Europena Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery)/ICVTS… reviewed more than 500 articles
- Master Trainer - ECLS (Jeevaraksha) recognised by RGUHS
Dr. RAJASHEKAR Y. L.
Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Dr. Rajashekar. Y.L. a renowned Ophthalmic surgeon is the Founder & Medical
- Director of Shekar Eye Hospital, the leading Eye Hospital in Bangalore.
- After completing his under-graduation from Bangalore Medical College , he passed out MD with a top rank from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi .
- He has Over 25 years of experience in the field of eye care and has performed over 50000 eye surgeries.
Dr.SHRUSTI
Pediatric Ophthalmology
- Dr Srushti has completed her MBBS from JJM Medical College, Davanagere & MS in
- Ophthalmology from SS Institute of Medical Sciences, Davanagere.
- She has done her fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus from the prestigious Aravind Eye Hospital, Coimbatore.
- In addition to her mainstream qualifications, she has also pursued training in phacoemulsification surgeries, Paediatric cataract management & lasers in diabeticretinopathy.
Dr.SRINIDHI BHAT
Pediatric Dentistry
- Qualification : BDS, MDS
- Asst professor in the department of periodontics in Coorg.
- Preventive and interactive Orthodontic therapy.
- Painfree pulpotomy with Zirconium crown placement.
- Full mouth rehabilitation for special child.
- Sports dentistry
- Full mouth rehabilitation of severe early child hood caries.
Dr.MANMEET SINGH CHHABRA
Pediatric Neuro Surgeon
- MBBS from NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre & Lata Mangeshkar Hospital, Nagpur in 1998
- General Surgery from GMC in 2003.
- MCh - Neuro Surgery from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology in 2007
- An experience of 26 years in this field of paediatric neurosurgery
Dr.RASHMI AGARWAL
Pediatric Dermatology
- M.B.B.S. and M.D. Dermatology from Guwahati.
- Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology from Cutis Academy
- 10 years of clinical Experience and Training
- Author of multiple chapters and published multiple articles in national as well as international journals.
- Childhood and adolescent skin hair and nail disorders, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Aopecias, Acne, Genodermatoses, and neonatal dermatosis
Dr.SHRUTHI BADRINATH PRANAV
Pediatric Gastro Enterology
- MBBS from MS Ramaiah Medical College Bangalore.
- M D Pediatrics from King George Medical University.
- Fellowship in pediatric Gastroenterology from SGPGI Lucknow.
- Field of interest - Abdominal pain, Inflammatory Bowel disease, constipation, neonatal cholestasis, Chronic liver disease.
Dr. VANDANA BHARADWAJ
Pediatric Hematology / Oncology & BMT
- M.B.B.S. and M.D. Dermatology from Guwahati.
- Fellowship in Pediatric Dermatology from Cutis Academy
- 10 years of clinical Experience and Training
- Author of multiple chapters and published multiple articles in national as well as international journals.
- Fields of interest: Childhood and adolescent skin hair and nail disorders, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, Aopecias, Acne, Genodermatoses, and neonatal dermatosis
Dr.VIVEK SANTOSH
Pediatric Neurology
- At the forefront of pediatric neurology, I have had the privilege of serving as a Fellow and Senior Resident at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health (IGICH), Bengaluru, collaborating with experts dedicated to improving neurological outcomes in children. With a Doctor of Medicine in Pediatrics from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, where rigorous clinical training shaped a strong foundation in evidence-based protocols, my practice blends strong clinical acumen with deeply compassionate, family-focused care. Experience in medical research, acute care, and emergency management now underpins my work as a consultant and co-founder of Víhâá Skin,
- Pediatric & Child Neuro Developmental Center in Bengaluru, where the focus is on comprehensive, developmentally informed care for children. I am committed to advancing pediatric neurology and delivering holistic, family-centered care.
Dr. CHANDANA K.P.S.
Developmental Pediatrics
- MBBS from BMC & RI, Bangalore.
- M D Pediatrics from KIMS Bangalore
- Fellowship in Neurodevelopmental and behavioral pediatrics (IAP) from Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health , Bangalore.
- Her special interest is in early child development, management of high-risk newborns, early stimulation and neurodevelopmental therapy.
- Field of expertise- Early childhood development, Follow up of high risk newborns, Developmental delays, ASD and ADHD ,Speech Delay, Learning disabilities, Early intervention , Neuro developmental therapy, Behavioral problems & Genetic and Chromosomal disorders.
Dr. RAJESHWARI M.
Pediatric Nephrology
- MBBS, MD, DM(Pediatric Nephrology)
- Pediatric Nephrology specialist with a robust background in pediatric care
- Area of expertise : Pediatric Hemodialysis, Pediatric renal Transplant, Renal biopsy, Rigid and soft PD catheter insertion, Establishing HD Access (central line for HD), Performing PET test for CAPD, Performing Acute Dialysis (PD /HD/SLED), Performing Plasmapheresis, Initiation of Chronic peritoneal Dialysis for ESRD children
- A rich and diverse clinical experience spanning 17 years, she has primarily focused on pediatric care and nephrology
- Her commitment to patient care is evident through her regular consultations, attending nephro-urology and CKD/transplant clinics, and ensuring top-notch care for her patients
- Dr. Rajeshwari has been deeply involved in academia, serving as a faculty member for various programs
Dr. PRIYANKA POTTI
Pediatric Pulmonology
- Dr. Priyanka Potti is an Associate Consultant in Paediatric Pulmonology, Interventional Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine.,
- With seven years of experience in paediatrics —including a year of intensive work at a high-volume government tertiary referral centre (IGICH, Bangalore), where she cared for critically ill children across the PICU, NICU, Paediatric Emergency and subspecialty units—
- she brings strong clinical judgement and experience in managing complex paediatric illnesses.
- With over two and a half years of focused practice in paediatric pulmonology, she provides comprehensive care for a wide spectrum of respiratory and airway conditions
Dr. AVANI HEGDE
Pediatric Endocrinology
- Dr. Avani Hegde is a highly qualified and compassionate Pediatric & Adolescent Endocrinologist with a strong academic and clinical background.
- She completed her MD in Paediatrics from the prestigious Advanced Paediatric Centre, PGIMER, Chandigarh — India’s apex referral center for pediatric care.
- Her outstanding academic performance earned her the Institutional Bronze Medal in recognition of her excellence and research interest.
- Driven by her passion for pediatric hormonal health, Dr. Avani pursued further super-specialization in Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bangalore, one of the largest pediatric referral institutions in Karnataka.
Dr. SANJEEVA G. N.
Pediatric Genetics
- MBBS, Diploma in Child Health (DCH), DNB - Pediatrics
- Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, (KIMS) – 1999, Graduated MBBS
- Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore - 2002Graduated Diploma in Child Health (DCH)
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health – 2005 Graduated DNB –Pediatrics
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health – 2006 Graduated Fellowship in Pediatric Genetics
- Dr. Sanjeeva G N is a Pediatrician and has an experience of 22 years in this field.
Dr. SOWMYASHREE NARAYAN
Child Psychiatry
- MBBS, M.D. (Psychiatry), DM - Child And Adolescent Psychiatry
- Dr. Sowmyashree is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist practicing in Bangalore. She have extensive experience in treating families with children and adolescents having developmental disorders, mental health issues and family pathology.
- Her areas of interest are ADHD, externalizing disorders, mental health issues and challenges faced by LGBTQIA+, substance use disorders among adolescents and psychotherapy.
- She is proficient in different forms of psychotherapy and strongly believes in integrating therapeutic techniques into clinical practice.
Ms. ANUPAMA RAMESH
Child Psychology
- M.Sc. (Psychology), PG Diploma - (Children with Special Learning Disabilities)
- She works with children with ADHD and other learning disabilities
- Her areas of interest are ADHD, externalizing disorders, mental health issues and disorders among adolescents and psychotherapy.
- She is proficient in different forms of psychotherapy and strongly believes in integrating therapeutic techniques into clinical practice.
Dr. RASHMI ADIGA
Pediatric Neurologist
- Qualification : MBBS, DCH, MRCPCH, CCT(U.K), FRCPCH, Fellow in Pediatric Neurology (U.K)
- After qualifying from Bangalore Medical College, Dr. Rashmi Adiga earned a D.C.H (Post Graduate Diploma in Child Health) at the Institute of Child Health, Madras, and obtained a CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in pediatrics with a special interest in child neurology, following her training in the Eastern Deanery, United Kingdom.
- She subsequently worked in the U.K. as a consultant in community pediatrics, focusing on neuro developmental issues. Following this, she was a fellow in pediatric neurology at Adden Brookes Hospital, Cambridge, where she completed modules in the BPNA distance learning course in pediatric neurology and the ICNA basic pediatric EEG course.
- Dr. Rashmi Adiga then served as a consultant in pediatrics and led pediatric neurology and epilepsy management services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Kings Lynn, as well as neuro developmental pediatrics at Norfolk Community Health and Care, before relocating to Bangalore. She was also the University of Cambridge Senior Clinical Tutor, leading the placement of Cambridge Medical students in pediatrics .
- She was an active member of the Eastern Pediatric Epilepsy Network.
Dr. NAGALATHA CHIDANANDA
Consultant – Breast Feeding and Infant & Young Child Nutrition
- MBBS,DNB (Pediatrics).
- IYCF specialist (Infant and young child specialist), IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)
- She is a pediatrician with 16 years of experience. She specializes in infant and young child feeding issues and a passionate lactation consultant, She is into lactation practice since 9 years.
- She is also the National trainer of IYCF(BPNI) Was running lactation clinic at St. Martha s hospital. Presently running Lactation clinic at Rangadore Hospital, Bangalore.
Dr.ANAND RAO
Pediatric Rheumatology
- MBBS. MD, PDCC
- Dr. Anand Rao is a Consultant Pediatrician at Manipal Hospital in Bangalore.
- He has a special interest in Pediatric Rheumatology with an experience of more than 6 years in this field of Pediatric Rheumatology and 15 years in the field of Pediatrics.
- Dr. Anand has done MBBS and MD in Pediatrics from University of Mumbai (2001-2004). He is a Diplomat of National Board in the field of Pediatrics from Mumbai University.
Dr. CHANDRIKA RAO
Adolescent Pediatrics
- MBBS. MD.
- She is an Alumni of Seth GS Medical college and KEM hospital, Mumbai. Practicing Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine for 30 years..
- She is trained in Neonatology, critical and general pediatrics, adolescent medicine and child abuse care.
- Dr. Chandrika Rao has contributed as Head of Pediatric Department in Ramaiah Hospitals. She is Involved with pediatric societies at local and National level.
- She has participated in various pediatric conferences as speaker. She has many publications to her credit.
Dr.ANURADHA SUDHIR
Pediatric Pain Management
- MBBS, MD Anesthesiology
- Fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesia (RGUHS)
- Fellowship In Pediatric Pain (University of Toronto)
- National Fellowship in Palliative Medicine, WHO Centre, Calicut
- Indian Diploma in Regional Anesthesia
- Current Fellow, Paediatric Palliative Medicine Fellowship 2024
- Started the first Paediatric pain management including acute, chronic pain and palliative care services in children in a government paediatric hospital in India
