Dr. Praveen Kumar K

Dr Praveen Kumar K is a highly skilled and compassionate paediatrician and neonatologist in Bangalore with 16 years of experience in providing comprehensive childcare, neonatal intensive care, and paediatric nutrition.

Currently serving as Consultant – Paediatrics and Neonatology at Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road and Manipal Clinic Yamare Bangalore, he specialises in the management of critically ill newborns, premature infants, childhood infections, and growth monitoring.

Parents searching for the best paediatrician in Sarjapur Road, neonatologist in Bangalore, child specialist near me, NICU specialist, or paediatric nutrition expert will find a dedicated clinician committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based, and reassuring care for their children.

Area of Expertise

Comprehensive paediatric and neonatal care is delivered across newborn intensive care, general paediatrics, growth monitoring, and infectious disease management.

Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and Premature Baby Care

Advanced critical care is provided for fragile, premature, and extremely low birth weight (ELBW) neonates.

• Management of critically ill newborns and premature infants
• Neonatal resuscitation and stabilisation
• Endotracheal intubation in neonates
• Central line insertion
• Intravenous cannulation for premature and ELBW babies

General Paediatrics and Preventive Care

Comprehensive clinical care is offered for children across all developmental stages.

• Routine and complex childhood illness management
• Immunisation and vaccination programmes
• Preventive paediatric healthcare

Paediatric Nutrition and Growth Development

Specialised evaluation and guidance are provided for healthy child development.

• Paediatric nutrition assessment and counselling
• Growth and developmental monitoring
• Management of nutritional deficiencies

Paediatric Infectious Diseases and PICU Care

Expert medical management is delivered for childhood infections and paediatric emergencies.

• Diagnosis and management of infectious diseases
• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) management and emergency resuscitation

Professional Experience

Dr Praveen Kumar is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road Bangalore
• Consultant, Manipal Clinic Yamare Bangalore

He has previously served as a Junior Consultant and Senior Registrar in Paediatrics and Neonatology, gaining extensive experience in managing both outpatient and inpatient paediatric care.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Registration

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary in 2010
• Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from JJM Medical College, Davangere
• DNB Paediatrics from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 2017
• PGPN (Postgraduate Program in Paediatric Nutrition) from Boston University, USA

Certifications

• Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program
• Certified in Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council – Registration No 88048 since 2010

Why Consult Dr Praveen Kumar K

His advanced training in paediatric nutrition from Boston University and certifications in neonatal and paediatric resuscitation make him highly capable of managing routine childhood illnesses as well as critical NICU and PICU emergencies.

Known for his reassuring communication style, he ensures that complex medical conditions are explained simply, fostering trust and confidence among parents. His holistic approach to child health, covering everything from immunisations to critical newborn care, makes him a highly trusted paediatrician in Bangalore.

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on newborn care, paediatric nutrition, childhood infections, immunisation, or neonatal intensive care, Dr Praveen Kumar K is available at Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road and Manipal Clinic Yamare Bangalore. Book your appointment through HexaHealth for a seamless and priority consultation experience.