Dr. Sudheer K A

Dr Sudheer K A is one of the most experienced neonatologists and paediatricians in Yelahanka, Bangalore with over 23 years of clinical experience in caring for premature babies, critically ill newborns, neonatal surgery post-operative care, advanced NICU ventilation, and paediatric intensive care.

He currently practises as the Lead Consultant in Neonatology and Paediatrics at Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, where he has built and leads a Level 3 NICU that serves as a referral centre for extremely premature and surgically complex newborns from across Bangalore and beyond.

If you are searching for the best neonatologist in Yelahanka or a trusted NICU specialist in Bangalore, Dr Sudheer brings over two decades of hands-on experience saving the tiniest and most vulnerable lives, along with the calm, reassuring communication that anxious parents need during the most stressful days of their lives.

He consults in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Area of Expertise

Neonatal Intensive Care and Advanced Ventilation

Life-saving critical care for premature, low birth weight, and critically ill newborns requiring specialised NICU monitoring and respiratory support.

• Extremely premature baby care (below 28 weeks, under 750 grams)
• Non-invasive ventilation strategies
• High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) and volume guarantee ventilation
• Endotracheal intubation and nitric oxide therapy
• Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) including echo, neurosonogram, and lung scan
• Neonatal ECMO team member

Neonatal Surgery and Post-Operative Care

Specialised pre- and post-surgical NICU management for newborns with congenital anomalies and complex surgical conditions.

• Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) repair care
• Tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF) repair care
• Anorectal malformation correction care
• PDA ligation and TAPVC repair post-operative management
• Coarctation of aorta and VSD repair post-surgical care
• VP shunt placement and meningocele repair support
• Congenital airway malformation management including bronchoscopy and tracheostomy care

Neonatal Transport, Training, and Outreach

Safe transfer of critically ill newborns and structured training programmes for NICU teams to improve emergency response and long-term outcomes.

• Neonatal transport of extreme preterms, pneumothorax, and CDH with PPHN
• Central line procedures
• NICU nursing education and clinical simulation training
• "Golden Minute" advocacy and evidence-based neonatal practice

Professional Experience

Dr Sudheer K A is currently associated with:

• Lead Consultant, Neonatology and Paediatrics, Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore

He has previously served at:

• Consultant, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore
• Consultant, CANS Multi Speciality Hospital, Jalahalli, Bangalore

With 23 years of experience, Dr Sudheer has pioneered and upgraded Level 3 NICU facilities across multiple hospitals in Kerala, Mangalore, and Bangalore, making him one of the best neonatologists in Bangalore for advanced newborn critical care.

Credentials, Qualifications, and Memberships

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS from KIMS, 2002
• MD in Paediatrics from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, 2007
• DNB in Neonatology from National Board of Examinations, 2011

Dr Sudheer completed his super-speciality neonatal training at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, one of India's most advanced neonatal centres with international training influences from the US and Australia.

He is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (KMC 66132).

Research, Publications, and Memberships

Dr Sudheer K A has published research in the International Journal of Research in Health Sciences and the International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics, covering retinopathy of prematurity and volume guarantee ventilation in premature neonates.

He has also contributed a chapter on CPAP in a neonatal care handbook. He regularly serves as faculty at national and regional neonatal conferences and workshops. He is an active member of:

• Indian Medical Association (IMA)
• Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP)
• National Neonatology Forum (NNF)

Book an Appointment

For expert consultation on premature baby care, NICU admission, neonatal ventilation, newborn surgical care, neonatal transport, or any newborn health concern in Yelahanka, Bangalore, book an appointment with Dr Sudheer K A through HexaHealth for a smooth and priority consultation experience.