Dr. Akhila Rao K

Dr Akhila Rao K is a clinically accomplished internal medicine physician in Bangalore with over 12 years of experience in diabetes management, hypertension, infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, and critical care medicine. She currently practises as a Consultant at Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore and Ashraya Clinic, Yelahanka New Town.

Patients searching for the best general physician in Bangalore or a trusted internal medicine and diabetes specialist near Yelahanka will find in Dr Akhila Rao the diagnostic precision, evidence-based approach, and patient-centred care that ensure accurate diagnosis and effective long-term management.

Whether you need expert care for diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, infections, metabolic syndrome, or any internal medicine concern, she provides comprehensive, evidence-based medical care. She consults in English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil.

Area of Expertise

Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders

Comprehensive evaluation and long-term management of diabetes and related metabolic conditions.

• Diabetes mellitus evaluation and glycaemic control
• Metabolic syndrome management
• Dyslipidaemia and cholesterol management
• Thyroid disorders diagnosis and care
• Anaemia and vitamin deficiency management
• Evidence-based diabetes management (CCEBDM certified)
• Lifestyle modification and medication optimisation

Infectious Disease and Acute Medical Care

Expert management of acute infections, febrile illnesses, and complex medical emergencies.

• Infectious disease diagnosis and management
• Sepsis evaluation and risk stratification
• Febrile illness and undifferentiated symptom assessment
• Electrolyte imbalance management
• Gastrointestinal bleeding evaluation and care
• Early diagnosis and acute medical stabilisation

Critical Care, Preventive Health, and Chronic Disease Management

Advanced care for critically ill patients alongside proactive preventive strategies for long-term health.

• Critical care and ICU medicine
• Hypertension evaluation and long-term management
• Preventive health screening and lifestyle medicine
• Chronic disease management and structured follow-up
• Cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention

Professional Experience

Dr Akhila Rao K is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore
• Consultant, Ashraya Clinic, Yelahanka New Town

With 12 years of experience across outpatient, inpatient, and critical care settings, she has managed a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.

She has also created over 100 health education videos in Kannada for a regional media platform, reaching large audiences with accessible medical guidance.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from M S Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore, 2014
• MD in Internal Medicine from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, 2018

Dr Akhila further strengthened her metabolic care expertise through a Certificate Course in Evidence-Based Diabetes Management (CCEBDM), reinforcing her clinical practice with guideline-driven protocols for long-term diabetes care.

Awards and Research

Dr Akhila Rao received the RGUHS Gold Medal for the highest score in Anatomy across Karnataka State (2014).

She has published original research in F1000 Research, Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, International Journal of Advances in Medicine, and presented at KAPICON and APICON conferences, covering diabetes-related anaemia, dyslipidaemia, sepsis outcomes, and upper GI bleeding prediction.

She is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA).

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, infectious diseases, metabolic syndrome, preventive health, or any internal medicine concern in Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Akhila Rao K through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.