Dr. MD Abdullah Saleem

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem is a highly esteemed interventional pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist in Hyderabad with 12 years of overall medical experience.

He holds an MD in Pulmonology alongside a prestigious FCCP from the USA, successfully executing targeted respiratory interventions for thousands of individuals.

Serving as a Consultant Pulmonologist at CARE Hospitals, he performs highly accurate bronchoscopies and sleep apnoea management, communicating fluently in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu.

Driven by a philosophy of evidence-led clinical decisions, his profound clinical acumen ensures the delivery of optimal operative protocols for severe lung cancer and critical airway diseases.

Area of Expertise

Dr Saleem brings vast knowledge to the medical management of complex respiratory disorders and acute sleep pathologies.

His proficiency in clinical pulmonology ensures accurate diagnosis and therapeutic care for patients requiring rapid interventions.

Clinical Pulmonology and Airway Management

For patients in Hyderabad, Dr Saleem performs medical evaluations for Respiratory Diseases and COPD:

• Rapid medical administration of targeted therapies to aggressively treat severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and acute asthma
• Comprehensive clinical evaluations and diagnostic protocols to medically stabilise active tuberculosis and occupational lung diseases
• Precision pleural fluid analysis to rigorously manage acute pulmonary embolisms and chronic cough syndromes

Interventional Pulmonology and Oncology

To support patients in Telangana, Dr Saleem provides interventions for Lung Cancer and Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD):

• Minimally invasive endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) and thoracoscopy to accurately diagnose severe mediastinal lymphadenopathies
• Specialised operative protocols incorporating targeted cryobiopsy and tissue biopsy to strictly manage lung malignancies
• Rigorous medical evaluations to surgically stabilise extensive sarcoidosis and drug-induced pulmonary eosinophilia

Sleep Medicine and Neurological Manifestations

Dr Saleem handles complex systemic evaluations in Hyderabad, specifically treating Sleep Disorders and Central Sleep Apnoea:

• Clinical administration of targeted therapeutic modalities to definitively resolve severe central sleep apnoea
• Formulation of highly specific medical protocols to medically control refractory obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHVS)
• Comprehensive cognitive and respiratory evaluations to seamlessly stabilise acute neurovascular and cardiac manifestations of sleep disorders

Clinical Outcomes and Pulmonology Milestones

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem consistently elevates respiratory care standards in Telangana:

• Extensive Experience: Brings 12 years of comprehensive medical practice, specifically dedicating over 7.5 years exclusively to advanced interventional pulmonology and sleep medicine.
• Institutional Leadership: Serves prominently as a Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist at CARE Hospitals in Malakpet, directing highly critical respiratory evaluations.
• Global Recognition: Acquired highly specialised training through an elite Fellowship from the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP) in the USA.
• Diagnostic Precision: Developed innovative techniques to dramatically improve the clinical yields of diagnostic and therapeutic modalities for critical airway diseases.

Education

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem completed his medical education and elite pulmonary training from recognised national and international boards:

• MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka (2014)
• MD in Pulmonology from Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada (2018)
• FCCP from American College of Chest Physicians, USA

Registered with the Andhra Pradesh Medical Council in 2014 (Registration No. 86085).

Professional Memberships

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem holds leadership positions and memberships with prominent medical organisations:

• Indian Chest Society (ICS)
• The European Respiratory Society (ERS)
• American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP)

Publications and Research

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem is actively involved in advancing medical research globally. He has contributed significantly to peer-reviewed literature focusing on pulmonology:

• Comparison of rituximab vs cyclophosphamide in rheumatoid arthritis associated with ILD and its correlation with spirometry (2024)
• Evaluation of addition of nintedanib to corticosteroids for treatment of radiation pneumonitis in patients undergoing treatment for lung cancers in India (2023)
• Cognitive impairment in OSA patients and correlation in sleep stages (2018)
• Delivered a critical poster presentation on the reasons for delay in diagnostic pulmonary TB
• Presented a highly rare clinical case of Ewing Sarcoma presenting as a Lung Mass in a 15-year-old girl
• Authored a critical case report on Mesalazin-Induced Pulmonary Eosinophilia

Professional Experience

Dr MD Abdullah Saleem currently brings his pulmonology expertise to the following institution, serving as a Consultant at:

• CARE Hospital, Malakpet (Hyderabad) - ₹400

Previously, he gained immense exposure serving in highly specialised clinical roles at:

• Thumbay Hospital (Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist)

Book an Appointment with Dr MD Abdullah Saleem, Pulmonologist in Hyderabad

Ensure medical safety and respiratory stability by booking a consultation with Dr MD Abdullah Saleem for lung cancer, severe ILD, and central sleep apnoea. Check his contact details and availability at CARE Hospitals on HexaHealth today to book a seamless appointment.