Dr. Kavitha Bhat

Dr Kavitha Bhat is a Paediatrician and Paediatric Endocrinologist in Bengaluru with 38 years of experience, currently practising as a Lead Consultant at Manipal Hospitals across multiple branches.

She specialises in paediatric endocrinology, childhood diabetes, growth disorders, and general paediatric care.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Bhat focuses on hormone-related conditions and comprehensive healthcare in children through the following clinical areas:

Paediatric Endocrinology and Growth Disorders

She diagnoses and manages hormonal imbalances in children, including growth hormone deficiencies, short stature, thyroid disorders, and early or delayed puberty.

Childhood Diabetes and Metabolic Management

Dr Kavitha specialises in the treatment of Type 1 diabetes, insulin therapy protocols, and childhood metabolic conditions to ensure healthy development and long-term glycaemic control.

General Paediatrics and Preventive Child Health

She provides medical evaluations for acute childhood illnesses, developmental assessments, and routine immunisations for infants and adolescents.

Educational Background

She completed her MBBS and an MD in Paediatrics, followed by a post-doctoral fellowship in paediatric endocrinology and diabetes in the United States and a master's degree in clinical service operations from Harvard Medical School.

Awards, Research, and Publications

Dr Bhat secured the 86th rank in the All India Post Graduate Medical Entrance Examination and has extensive academic experience mentoring paediatric residents and conducting specialised diabetes programmes for children.

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