Dr. Ashwin K

Dr Ashwin K is a dedicated pulmonologist and respiratory medicine specialist in Bangalore with 7 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions, interstitial lung disease, sleep disorders, and critical care.

A PubMed-indexed researcher, First Prize winner at Pulmokarn 2023 State Conference, and member of the Karnataka Medical Council and Karnataka Pulmonologist Association, he is known for his patient-first approach, commitment to evidence-based practice, and active contributions to national and state-level pulmonology forums.

Patients seeking expert interstitial lung disease treatment in Bangalore, trusted sleep disorder management in Malleshwaram, or reliable respiratory critical care in Bangalore will find in Dr Ashwin K a clinician who combines clinical precision with genuine empathy.

He is fluent in Kannada, Hindi, English, and Konkani, ensuring comfortable and clear consultations for patients from diverse backgrounds.

Specialty Areas and Treatments

Dr Ashwin K delivers comprehensive respiratory care across pulmonology, sleep medicine, interventional procedures, and critical care, with a focus on accurate diagnosis and patient-centred outcomes.

Interstitial Lung Disease

Dr Ashwin K brings dedicated research-backed expertise in ILD, with his MD dissertation focused on correlating HRCT imaging with pulmonary function in ILD patients.

• Diagnosis and management of Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• HRCT Thorax interpretation and correlation with lung function
• Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), DLCO, CPET, and FOT
• Long-term ILD monitoring and treatment planning

Sleep Medicine and Sleep Disorders

Trained in polysomnography at SleepKarn 2022 and experienced in clinical sleep scoring, Dr Ashwin K offers structured evaluation and management of the full spectrum of sleep-disordered breathing.

• Polysomnography (Sleep Study) for sleep-disordered breathing
• Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) diagnosis and management
• Sleep Scoring and clinical sleep assessment
• CPAP and BiPAP therapy initiation and follow-up

Bronchoscopy and Interventional Pulmonology

Dr Ashwin K has received hands-on training in bronchoscopy, EBUS, and thoracoscopy through workshops at NAPCON 2023, Broncocon 2024, and Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore.

• Flexible Bronchoscopy including Endobronchial Biopsy (EBB) and Transbronchial Lung Biopsy (TBLB)
• Assisted EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound)
• Thoracoscopy
• Ultrasound-Guided Lung Biopsy

Respiratory Critical Care

• ICU Management and ventilator care
• Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) monitoring and management
• Intubation and airway management
• Central Line Insertion, ICD Insertion, Pleural Tapping, and Ascitic Tapping
• Bedside Ultrasound for clinical assessment

Pulmonary Medicine and Chest Diseases

Dr Ashwin K manages the full range of common and complex respiratory conditions, from chronic obstructive disease and infections to pleural and embolic disorders.

• COPD diagnosis and management
• Asthma management
• Pleural Diseases including pleural effusion and pneumothorax
• Pulmonary Embolism evaluation and management
• Tuberculosis and respiratory infection management
• General respiratory health assessment

Current Hospital Affiliation

Dr Ashwin K currently consults at Manipal Hospital, Malleshwaram, Bangalore.

He completed his postgraduate residency at Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bengaluru, and subsequently served as Senior Resident in the Department of Respiratory Medicine.

Credentials and Trust Signals

Dr Ashwin K holds the following qualifications:

• MBBS, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bengaluru (2019)
• MD in Respiratory Medicine, Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bengaluru (2024)

His MD dissertation, A Study to Correlate High Resolution Computed Tomography of Thorax with Pulmonary Function Tests in Patients with Interstitial Lung Disease, reflects a focused clinical research interest in ILD diagnosis and imaging correlation, conducted under faculty guidance at the Department of Pulmonary Medicine, BMCRI, Bangalore.

Registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (Reg No 135571).

Research and Publications

Dr Ashwin K is an active researcher with publications in indexed peer-reviewed journals:

• A Study to Correlate the Association of Gender, Age, Physiology (GAP) Index and Radiological Patterns in Interstitial Lung Disease, Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (January 2025), indexed in PubMed Central and DOAJ
• Clinical and Polysomnographic Profile of Patients with Sleep Disordered Breathing in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Journal of Pulmonology Research and Reports (May 2024)

Workshops and Conferences

• Respiratory Physiology Workshop 2022, Trustwell Hospital, Bengaluru
• CME ICS Karnataka State Conference 2023, presented paper and poster
• CME on Rigid Bronchoscopy, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore
• Workshop on PFT, DLCO, CPET and FOT, BMCRI, Bengaluru
• Pulmokarn 2023 State Conference, presented paper and poster
• CME on Basics of Interventional Pulmonology
• EBUS Workshop, Broncocon 2024, Kochi
• Mechanical Ventilation Workshop, GICS 2024, Bangalore
• Pulmonary Embolic Diseases Review, Narayana Health City, Bangalore

Why Choose Dr Ashwin K

Dr Ashwin K combines strong academic training, active research publication, and hands-on procedural expertise that is exceptional for a clinician at this stage of his career.

Trained at two of Bangalore's most respected institutions, Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences and Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, he has already earned a First Prize at a State Conference and published research in PubMed-indexed journals.

His focused expertise in interstitial lung disease and sleep medicine, alongside training in bronchoscopy, ICU care, and bedside ultrasound, ensures patients receive specialist-level, evidence-based care.

He is known for explaining complex respiratory conditions clearly and patiently, making consultations reassuring for both patients and their families.

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