Profile Summary
Consultant Pulmonologist with 4+ years of clinical experience in comprehensive diagnosis and management of acute and chronic respiratory disorders, with expertise in interventional pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine. Proficient in bronchoscopy, EBUS, thoracoscopy, thoracentesis, pleural procedures, pulmonary function testing, and interpretation of advanced respiratory investigations.
Experienced in managing complex pulmonary and critical care cases, including ventilatory support, NIV, and acute respiratory emergencies. Adept at multidisciplinary care coordination, evidence-based treatment planning, patient counselling, and longitudinal disease management.
Passionate about clinical education, mentoring, research, and knowledge advancement, supporting junior doctors and multidisciplinary teams in respiratory assessment, emergency management, procedural skills, and evidence-based decision-making.
Key Clinical Skills
Procedural Expertise
Core Clinical Focus Areas
Interventional Pulmonology
Advanced procedural expertise including diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, linear and radial EBUS, thoracoscopy, and comprehensive pleural interventions.
Critical Care & Respiratory Emergencies
High-acuity respiratory care, invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation, airway stabilization, and management of life-threatening respiratory conditions in ICU/HDU settings.
Comprehensive Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
Management of COPD, asthma, ILD, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and sleep medicine including sleep studies and sleep apnea management.
Professional Experience
Consultant Pulmonologist
Meditrina Hospital, Kollam- Delivering comprehensive diagnosis and management of complex acute and chronic respiratory disorders.
- Independently performing advanced pulmonary and pleural interventions.
- Leading high-acuity respiratory and critical care management across ICU and HDU settings.
Senior Resident Doctor, TB and Respiratory Diseases
NEIGRIHMS, Shillong- Managed diverse pulmonary conditions and supported critically ill patients with ventilatory management.
- Performed bronchoscopic and pleural interventions for diagnostic and therapeutic management.
- Mentored medical students and postgraduate trainees.
Senior Resident Doctor, Pulmonology
Government Hospital, Delhi, India- Delivered precise diagnosis and individualized treatment strategies for respiratory disorders.
- Proficiently performed interventional procedures supporting accurate diagnosis.
Senior Resident Doctor, Chest and TB
RBIPMT Hospital, Delhi, India- Conducted clinical evaluations and utilized advanced diagnostic modalities.
- Performed advanced pulmonary procedures and managed acute, high-risk respiratory presentations.
Education
Diplomate of National Board (DNB)
National Board Of Examinations In Medical Sciences, RBIPMT Hospital, Delhi, 2019 – 2022
MBBS
University of Kerala, Government T.D. Medical College, Alappuzha, 2009 – 2014
Volunteering Assignment
Volunteered in palliative care services during MBBS, supporting the provision of compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with serious and life-limiting illnesses.
Professional Certifications
Selected Publications
Highlights from research and academic contributions.