Dr. Lakshmi S Subedar

Dr. Lakshmi S Subedar is a skilled pulmonologist in Bangalore specialising in interventional pulmonology and respiratory medicine at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road. With over 13 years of clinical experience, she provides advanced care for a wide range of lung and sleep-related disorders.

Patients searching for a lung specialist in Bangalore for asthma and COPD or a pulmonologist in Bangalore for bronchoscopy and sleep study often consult Dr S Subedar for precise diagnosis and personalised treatment. Her practice integrates modern diagnostic tools with evidence-based respiratory care.

Credentials and Academic Excellence

Education and Qualifications:

• MBBS from Government Mysore Medical College, Mysore in 2014
• MD Pulmonary Medicine from Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai in 2018
• DNB Pulmonary Medicine from The Tamil Nadu MGR Medical University in 2018

Academic Distinctions:

• Lupin Gold Medal
• Dr V Krishnaswami Gold Medal
• Dr M Santhosham Memorial Endowment Gold Medal
• APT Gold Medal for outstanding academic performance

Research and Publications

Dr Lakshmi Subedar has published research in reputed journals, with her work addressing clinically significant areas in respiratory medicine:

• Tuberculosis-related mortality 
• Eosinophils as biomarkers in COPD exacerbations
• Bilioptysis (bile in sputum, a rare and diagnostically complex respiratory finding)

These publications reflect both her breadth of clinical exposure and her commitment to advancing evidence-based pulmonary care.

Clinical Expertise

Dr Lakshmi S in clinical settings, is experienced in both diagnostic and therapeutic pulmonology procedures, with a strong focus on interventional techniques.

Interventional Pulmonology Procedures

• Bronchoscopy including bronchoalveolar lavage, bronchial wash and biopsy
• EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound)
• Thoracoscopy
• Intercostal Drainage (ICD)
• Ultrasound guided lung and pleural procedures

Advanced Diagnostics and Critical Care

• Chest Ultrasonography
• Sleep Study for obstructive sleep apnea and related disorders
• Critical Care Procedures including intubation and non invasive ventilation

Dr S Subedar has independently performed over 400 bronchoscopic procedures, supporting early diagnosis and management of complex respiratory conditions, including lung infections and malignancies.

Conditions Managed

• Bronchial asthma treatment
• COPD management
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• Sleep related breathing disorders
• Tuberculosis management
• Respiratory infections
• Pleural diseases and lung masses

Approach to Patient Care

Dr Lakshmi Subedar follows a structured and patient-centric approach that emphasises early diagnosis, preventive care, and long-term respiratory health. She combines interventional pulmonology with patient education and counselling to ensure clarity in treatment decisions. Her experience in both outpatient and critical care settings allows seamless management of chronic respiratory diseases and acute emergencies.

Languages Spoken

• English
  
• Kannada
  
• Tamil
  
• Hindi
  
• Telugu

Book a Consultation

Consult Dr Lakshmi S Subedar, pulmonologist in Bangalore, at Manipal Hospitals, Varthur Road for expert care in respiratory and sleep-related conditions. Book a priority appointment via HexaHealth for advanced procedures such as bronchoscopy, EBUS, and comprehensive pulmonary evaluation.