Dr. Santosh N

Dr Santosh N is a highly distinguished veteran Paediatrician in South Bangalore, boasting a formidable 32 years of clinical experience in child healthcare.

He brings a wealth of seasoned medical expertise to his practice, blending the reassuring, patient-first empathy of an experienced family pediatrician with modern, evidence-based medical protocols.

Dr Santosh currently provides premium pediatric wellness and emergency care as a Consultant at Apollo Cradle and Childrens Hospital (Jayanagar) and Prajeeth Childrens Clinic. Fluent in English and Hindi, his calm demeanor immediately puts anxious parents and sick children at ease.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Santosh N’s clinical practice offers end-to-end healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing heavily on preventive care and accurate diagnostics:

Newborn and Infant Care

Gentle, specialized care ensuring a healthy transition for babies during their most vulnerable early months:

• Routine Newborn Examinations and Jaundice Management
• Infant Nutrition, Feeding Guidance, and Lactation Support for Mothers
• Management of Infant Colic, Reflux, and Sleep Issues

General Paediatrics and Infectious Diseases

Comprehensive health monitoring and rapid medical management for acute childhood illnesses:

• Management of Seasonal Viral Fevers, Dengue, Typhoid, and Malaria
• Treatment of Gastrointestinal Infections (Diarrhea, Vomiting, Dehydration)
• Management of Paediatric Asthma, Allergies, and Respiratory Tract Infections

Growth, Development, and Preventive Health

Proactive tracking of physical and cognitive milestones to ensure optimal childhood development:

• Comprehensive Childhood Vaccinations and Immunization Catch-up Schedules
• Physical Growth Charting and Nutritional Deficiency Management (e.g., Anemia)
• Developmental Milestone Tracking and Behavioral Counseling

Conditions Treated

• Acute High-Grade Fevers and Viral Infections
• Childhood Asthma and Allergic Coughs
• Neonatal Jaundice and Prematurity Follow-up
• Nutritional Deficiencies and Poor Weight Gain
• Gastrointestinal Issues and Food Allergies
• Common Skin Rashes and Eczema in Children

Professional Experience

• Consultant Paediatrician, Apollo Cradle and Childrens Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore (Consultation Fee: ₹900)
• Consultant Paediatrician, Prajeeth Childrens Clinic, Bangalore

His established presence at Apollo Cradle ensures that children in South Bangalore have immediate access to world-class pediatric diagnostic labs, advanced imaging, and safe, child-friendly emergency care.

Credentials and Qualifications

Qualifications

• MBBS – Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore (1994)
• MD Paediatrics – Father Muller Hospital, Mangalore (1997)

Registration Number

• Registered with the Karnataka Medical Council, Registration Number 37885 (Year: 1994)

Professional Memberships

• Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)

Why Parents Choose Dr Santosh N

There is absolutely no substitute for 32 years of hands-on pediatric experience. Dr Santosh N has treated everything from common colds to complex childhood infections over his vast career. Parents deeply trust his seasoned perspective—he is widely respected for his highly ethical approach, actively avoiding the over-prescription of unnecessary antibiotics and heavy medications. Instead, he focuses on accurate clinical diagnosis, building a child's natural immunity, and providing practical home-care advice to anxious parents.

Beyond his clinical acumen, he is known for his incredibly calm and reassuring communication style. He takes the time to listen to a parent's every concern, answering questions about diet, screen time, and developmental milestones without ever rushing the consultation. Whether you are bringing in your newborn for their first vaccination or seeking relief for your child's sudden fever, booking an appointment with Dr Santosh via HexaHealth ensures priority access to one of Jayanagar's most senior and beloved pediatricians.

Book an Appointment with Dr Santosh N

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