Dr. Kavya Chikkam
Paediatric Pulmonologist
MBBS, MD Paediatrics, Fellowship in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine
11+ Years
Experience
96% Recommended
(93 Ratings)
11+
Experience
(Years)
Consultation Fee: ₹900 - 1200 (approximate)
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Dr Kavya Chikkam is a consultant paediatric pulmonologist, allergy, and sleep specialist in Hyderabad with over 11 years in medicine and more than 5 years of post-MD clinical experience in paediatric respiratory medicine, currently practising at Ankura Hospital for Women and Children across Attapur, Gachibowli, and Madinaguda, Hyderabad.
She is a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society and has completed fellowship training at Birmingham Children's Hospital, UK, with additional certification in paediatric sleep medicine and flexible bronchoscopy.
She consults in English, Telugu, Hindi, Marathi, and Kannada.
Area of Expertise
General Paediatric Pulmonology
Children with a broad spectrum of acute and chronic respiratory conditions are assessed and managed with structured paediatric pulmonology protocols:
- Acute respiratory illness management
- Chronic lung disease evaluation
- Recurrent respiratory infection assessment
- Respiratory distress in children
- Long-term respiratory follow-up
Asthma and Paediatric Allergy
Children with asthma and allergic conditions are assessed and managed with evidence-based treatment and allergy testing protocols:
- Childhood asthma diagnosis and management
- Allergic rhinitis evaluation and treatment
- Allergy testing and immunotherapy planning
- Inhalation therapy optimisation
- Asthma action plan and education
Paediatric Airway Disorders and Bronchoscopy
Children with airway abnormalities and conditions requiring endoscopic evaluation are managed with flexible bronchoscopic techniques:
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Airway anomaly evaluation
- Endobronchial foreign body assessment
- Bronchoalveolar lavage
- Minimally invasive airway evaluation
Cystic Fibrosis and Bronchiectasis
Children with suppurative lung disease and inherited respiratory disorders are managed with disease-specific multidisciplinary protocols:
- Cystic fibrosis management
- Bronchiectasis evaluation and treatment
- Airway clearance therapy
- Chronic suppurative lung disease care
- Multidisciplinary respiratory disease coordination
Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia and Genetic Lung Disorders
Children with inherited ciliary and genetic pulmonary conditions are assessed and managed with specialised diagnostic and therapeutic approaches:
- Primary ciliary dyskinesia diagnosis
- Genetic lung disorder evaluation
- Neonatal respiratory outcome assessment
- Rare lung disease management
- Long-term genetic disorder follow-up
Paediatric Sleep Medicine
Children with sleep-disordered breathing and non-obstructive sleep disorders are assessed and managed with diagnostic and therapeutic sleep medicine interventions:
- Obstructive sleep apnea in children
- Non-obstructive sleep disorder management
- Sleep study interpretation
- CPAP and BIPAP therapy in children
- Long-term paediatric sleep follow-up
Long-Term and Non-Invasive Ventilation
Children requiring ventilatory support for chronic respiratory failure are managed with long-term ventilation and NIV protocols:
- Non-invasive ventilation management
- Long-term home ventilation planning
- Tracheostomy care and management
- Ventilator-dependent child follow-up
- Multidisciplinary complex respiratory management
Professional Experience
Current Hospital Affiliations
Dr Kavya Chikkam currently practises at:
- Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Attapur, Hyderabad
- Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Gachibowli, Hyderabad
- Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Madinaguda, Hyderabad
Previous Associations
- Rainbow Children's Hospital, Registrar
- Suraksha Children's Clinic, Junior Consultant
Credentials and Qualifications
- MBBS, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (2015)
- MD Paediatrics, NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Nagpur (2021)
- Fellowship in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Birmingham Children's Hospital, UK (2024)
- Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, European Respiratory Society
- Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine
- Certified in Allergy Asthma MedTrain (December 2023)
- Long-Term Ventilation Course, Great Ormond Street Hospital (May 2025)
- Certified in Flexible Bronchoscopy, Kanchi Kamakoti Childs Trust Hospital, under IAP National Respiratory Chapter and Paediatric Pulmonology Foundation, Chennai
She is a member of the European Respiratory Society, Indian Academy of Paediatrics, and IAP National Respiratory Chapter.
Research and Publications
- Chapter Author, "ARDS in Pediatrics" — Textbook of Recent Advances, 2024
- "Correlation of Glycemic Control in Newborn at Birth to Maternal Glycemic Control" — Indian Journal of Child Health, Vol 7, No 3, 2020
- Presented papers and clinical research at state, national, and international paediatric pulmonology conferences
- Panelist, Seminar on Chronic Cough, Indian Academy of Pediatrics, Chennai, December 2024
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Dr. Kavya Chikkam's Medical Specialities & Areas of Expertise
Dr. Kavya Chikkam performs major interventions in the following specialities:
- Paediatric Pulmonology
Education & Achievements
- Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (MBBS)
- NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Nagpur (MD Paediatrics)
- S S Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (Fellowship in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine)
- Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine
Memberships
- European Respiratory Society (ERS)
- Indian Academy of Paediatrics
- IAP National Respiratory Chapter
Work Experience
- Consultant - Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Attapur
- Consultant - Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Gachibowli
- Consultant - Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Madinaguda
- Clinical Fellow - Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Junior Consultant - Suraksha Childrens Clinic
- Registrar - Rainbow Childrens Hospital
Hospitals Dr. Kavya Chikkam is Associated with (3)
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Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Attapur
4.6/5(94 Ratings)
Pillar No. 64, Kohinoor Kings Tower
Ankura Hospital for Women and Children, Gachibowli
5/5(98 Ratings)Sy no 8 & 163, Narsing Nanakramguda Service Rd
Patient Ratings & Reviews for Dr. Kavya Chikkam
96%
Based on 93 ratings
Write a ReviewDr. Kavya Chikkam explained my child’s asthma and allergy condition clearly and guided our family properly regarding treatment and follow-up care.
Consulted for paediatric pulmonology and sleep-related breathing problems. Dr. Kavya Chikkam was patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout treatment.
I consulted Dr. Kavya Chikkam for my son’s uncontrolled asthma and recurrent respiratory infections. She listened carefully to every concern and adjusted the medications appropriately after detailed evaluation. The improvement after treatment has been very noticeable over the last few months.
My child had severe snoring and disturbed sleep and we visited Dr. Kavya Chikkam for specialised evaluation. She explained the sleep-related breathing condition very patiently and guided us regarding further tests and management. The treatment process felt organised and highly reassuring throughout.
My son had frequent wheezing and breathing difficulty for months before we consulted Dr. Kavya Chikkam at Ankura Hospital, Hyderabad. She carefully evaluated his condition and explained the treatment plan and inhaler usage very clearly. Her guidance has helped control his symptoms significantly and improved his overall health.
FAQs about Dr. Kavya Chikkam
Dr. Kavya Chikkam specialises in Paediatric Pulmonology.
Dr. Kavya Chikkam has 11 years of experience in Paediatric Pulmonology.
Doctor Kavya Chikkam practices at the following hospitals:
The consultation timings of Dr. Kavya Chikkam for an appointment are:
Mon - Sat
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
The Consultation Fee of Doctor Kavya Chikkam is ₹900 - 1200. A one-time registration fee may also apply for first-time visits.
Dr. Kavya Chikkam's qualifications are: MBBS, MD Paediatrics, Fellowship in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine.
There are 93% ratings and 96% recommendation for Dr. Kavya Chikkam based on the patient's feedback.
Paediatric allergy and sleep medicine involve evaluating conditions such as allergic airway disease, obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and other sleep-related respiratory disorders affecting children, and Dr Kavya Chikkam has specialised training in paediatric sleep medicine and allergy-related respiratory care.
Flexible bronchoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a thin camera to examine a child’s airways and lungs for infections, obstruction, congenital abnormalities, or chronic respiratory conditions, and Dr Kavya Chikkam is trained in paediatric flexible bronchoscopy procedures.
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