Dr. Dipika Menon
Pathologist
MBBS, Diploma in Geriatric Care, MD Microbiology
26+ Years
Experience
98% Recommended
(87 Ratings)
26+
Experience
(Years)
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Dr Dipika Menon is a consultant microbiologist in Kolkata with extensive experience in clinical microbiology, hospital infection control, and antimicrobial stewardship, currently practising at Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass, Kolkata.
A Gold Medallist in MD Microbiology, she holds additional postgraduate qualifications in quality management and infection control from Symbiosis University, and has published research across multiple indexed journals covering bacteriology, mycology, and infectious disease outbreaks.
She consults in English, Hindi, and Bengali.
Area of Expertise
Bacteriology and Clinical Microbiology
Patients and clinical teams are supported with comprehensive bacteriological diagnostic services and interpretation:
- Bacterial culture and sensitivity
- Emerging pathogen identification
- Outbreak investigation
- Nontuberculous mycobacterial diagnosis
- Blood and wound culture reporting
Virology and Serology
Patients with viral and serological diagnostic requirements are managed with appropriate laboratory-based evaluation:
- Viral infection diagnosis
- Dengue co-infection identification
- Scrub typhus diagnosis
- Serological test interpretation
- COVID-19 co-infection assessment
Mycology
Patients with fungal infections including rare and invasive mycoses are supported with specialised mycological diagnostic services:
- Invasive fungal infection diagnosis
- Rare fungal pathogen identification
- Antifungal susceptibility testing
- Histoplasmosis diagnosis
- Disseminated fungal infection reporting
Molecular Diagnostic Techniques
Patients requiring advanced genomic and molecular microbiological testing are supported with contemporary molecular diagnostic methods:
- PCR-based pathogen detection
- Whole genome sequencing
- Antimicrobial resistance gene identification
- Molecular test interpretation
- Advanced microbiological testing
Hospital Infection Control and Antimicrobial Stewardship
Clinical teams are supported with structured infection prevention programs and evidence-based antibiotic stewardship initiatives:
- Infection control programs
- Antimicrobial resistance surveillance
- Antibiotic stewardship implementation
- Healthcare infection surveillance
- Outbreak containment strategy
Professional Experience
Current Hospital Affiliations
Dr Dipika Menon currently consults at:
- Manipal Hospital (Formerly Medica Superspecialty Hospital), EM Bypass, Kolkata
Previous Associations
- Apollo Clinic, Kolkata, Consultant
- Sanjiban Hospital, Kolkata, Consultant
- Kasturi Das Memorial Superspeciality Hospital, Kolkata, Consultant
Credentials and Qualifications
- MBBS, Calcutta National Medical College, Calcutta University (2000)
- Diploma in Geriatric Care, KMM Academy of Health Sciences, Kochi (2006)
- MD Microbiology, Calcutta National Medical College, West Bengal University of Health Sciences (2019), Gold Medallist
- Postgraduate Diploma in Quality Management of Hospital and Healthcare Organisations, Symbiosis University, First Class with Distinction
- Certificate in Hospital Infection Control and Patient Safety, Symbiosis University, First Class with Distinction
- Certification in Bacteria and Chronic Infection, University of Copenhagen
- Certification in Antimicrobial Resistance: Theory and Methods, Technical University of Denmark
- Certification in Epidemics: The Dynamics of Infectious Diseases, Pennsylvania State University
- Certification in Whole Genome Sequencing of Bacterial Genomes: Tools and Applications, Technical University of Denmark
She is a member of the Association of Laboratory Medicine.
Research and Publications
- "A Retrospective Study on Elizabethkingia meningoseptica: An Emerging Pathogen" — Journal of Medical and Dental Science Research, 2021
- "Adrenal Histoplasmosis: A Case Report" — International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research, 2021
- "A Case Report of Disseminated Trichosporon Asahii and COVID-19 Co-Infection in an Immunocompetent Patient" — International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research, 2021
- "Do We Know Everything About Streptococcus Mitis: From Alpha to Omega?" — Annals of Tropical Medicine and Public Health, 2019
- "Outbreak of Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Infection in a Surgical Ward of a Tertiary Care Hospital" — European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 2018
- "Dengue Virus-2 and Dengue Virus-3 Co-Infection in the Same Individual: The Notorious Alliance of Today" — European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 2017
- "Outbreak of Scrub Typhus in Eastern India" — European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research, 2017
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Dr. Dipika Menon's Medical Specialities & Areas of Expertise
Dr. Dipika Menon performs major interventions in the following specialities:
- Pathology
Education & Achievements
- Calcutta University, Kolkata (MBBS)
- KMM Academy Of Health Sciences, Kochi, Kerala (Diploma in Geriatric Care)
- The West Bengal University of Health Sciences, Kolkata (MD Microbiology)
Memberships
- Association of Laboratory Medicine
Work Experience
- Consultant - Manipal Hospital (Formerly Medica Superspecialty Hospital), EM Bypass
- Consultant - Apollo Clinic
- Consultant - Sanjiban Hospital
- Consultant - Kasturi Das Memorial Superspeciality Hospital
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127Patient Ratings & Reviews for Dr. Dipika Menon
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Based on 87 ratings
Write a ReviewI visited Manipal Hospital for recurrent fungal infection management and Dr. Dipika Menon guided the diagnostic process very professionally. She explained the laboratory findings and treatment recommendations in simple language without causing unnecessary fear. The treatment has worked well and my symptoms have improved steadily over time.
We consulted Dr. Dipika Menon when my mother was suffering from recurrent infections that were not responding to medicines properly. She carefully reviewed all microbiology reports and explained the antibiotic treatment plan patiently. Bengali te khub bhalo kore bujhiyechilen which helped my elderly parents understand the condition comfortably.
My father developed a severe hospital-acquired infection during treatment and Dr. Dipika Menon guided the microbiology evaluation very efficiently at Manipal Hospital, Kolkata. She explained the culture reports and antibiotic sensitivity findings clearly to our family. Her timely recommendations helped the treating doctors control the infection much faster than expected.
Consulted for recurrent infection evaluation. Dr. Dipika Menon was patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the treatment process.
My father required specialised microbiology investigations because of persistent fever and infection-related complications. Dr. Dipika Menon patiently explained the reports, infection source, and treatment approach to our family. Hindi mein bhi calmly explain kiya which made communication easier for our elderly relatives during consultations.
FAQs about Dr. Dipika Menon
Dr. Dipika Menon specialises in Pathology.
Dr. Dipika Menon has 26 years of experience in Pathology.
Doctor Dipika Menon practices at the following hospitals:
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Dr. Dipika Menon's qualifications are: MBBS, Diploma in Geriatric Care, MD Microbiology.
There are 87% ratings and 98% recommendation for Dr. Dipika Menon based on the patient's feedback.
Antimicrobial stewardship involves the careful and evidence-based use of antibiotics and antifungal medicines to reduce drug resistance and improve patient outcomes, and Dr Dipika Menon has expertise in antimicrobial stewardship and hospital infection management.
Hospital infection control focuses on preventing the spread of infections within healthcare settings through monitoring, hygiene protocols, and infection surveillance systems, and Dr Dipika Menon has experience in managing infection control practices and infectious disease outbreaks.
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