Dr. Laxman Jessani

Dr Laxman Jessani is a highly acclaimed Infectious Disease Specialist and Internal Medicine Consultant currently practising at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Kopar Khairane in Navi Mumbai.

With an impressive 21 years of clinical experience, doctor Jessani is one of the few formally trained and board-certified infectious disease physicians in the country.

He is deeply dedicated to combating the global rise of antibiotic resistance and managing complex, re-emerging pathogens. His clinical expertise is highly sought after for managing life-threatening infections in immunocompromised patients, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy or organ transplants.

Dr Laxman brings a profoundly evidence-based approach to his practice. Beyond his infectious disease mastery, he also holds specialized certifications in diabetes education and public health from London, allowing him to manage chronic systemic conditions comprehensively.

He is also fluent in English, Hindi, Bengali, and Kannada.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Laxman Jessani provides state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic care for complex, rare, and multi-drug resistant infections. His multidisciplinary approach ensures holistic recovery for patients with complicated systemic diseases.

Infectious Diseases and Immunology

• Multi-Drug Resistant (MDR) Bacterial and Fungal Infections
• Transplant Medicine Infections and Immunocompromised Care
• Tropical Infections (Dengue, Malaria, Scrub Typhus)
• Tuberculosis and HIV Management
• Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO)

Internal Medicine and Chronic Care

• Diabetes Mellitus Management
• Hypertension and Cardiovascular Risk Management
• Thyroid Disorders and Endocrine Imbalances
• Adult Immunization and Travel Medicine

Professional Experience

• Current Affiliations:
  • Consultant (Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine), Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Kopar Khairane
• Past Affiliations:
  • Consultant, Apollo Hospital, Navi Mumbai
  • Consultant, Yash Critical Care Hospital, Vashi
  • Lecturer, Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Hospital, Mumbai
  • Trainee Fellow, Detroit Medical Center, USA

Credentials and Qualifications

Educational Background

• MBBS — Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai (2005)
• DNB in General Medicine — National Board of Examination, New Delhi (2012)
• FNB in Infectious Disease — National Board of Examination, New Delhi (2016)
• International Infectious Diseases Fellowship — Wayne State University, Detroit, USA
• FRSPH — Royal Society of Public Health, London (2016)
• IDCC — P D Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai (2013)
• CCEBDM (Diabetes Education) — Dr Mohan's Diabetes Academy, Chennai

Medical Registrations

• Maharashtra Medical Council — Registration No. 2007041211 (Registered since 2007)

Professional Memberships

• Clinical Infectious Disease Society of India (CIDSI)
• Association of Physicians of India (API)
• National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)

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