Dr. Mohd Yousoof Dar

Dr Mohd Yousoof Dar is a leading pulmonologist in Srinagar with over 15 years of experience in respiratory and critical care medicine.

He serves as Associate Director and Unit Head of Pulmonology at Paras Health, Srinagar, and is trained in advanced diagnostic and interventional pulmonology.

Patients seeking expert care for asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, and lung cancer diagnosis in Jammu and Kashmir benefit from his super-specialty training at the prestigious Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, backed by more than 20 publications in national and international journals.

Area of Expertise

Dr Dar specialises in the evaluation and management of acute and chronic respiratory disorders, with particular expertise in interventional pulmonology and advanced airway procedures.

Conditions Treated

• Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• Pleural disorders and pleural effusion
• Lung cancer diagnosis
• Respiratory allergies and allergic rhinitis
• Sleep-related breathing disorders
• Rare lung diseases

Procedures Performed

• Flexible bronchoscopy
• Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
• Medical thoracoscopy
• Rigid bronchoscopy with airway stenting
• Whole lung lavage

Professional Experience

Dr Dar completed his MBBS and MD in Internal Medicine from Government Medical College, Srinagar, followed by a DM in Pulmonary Medicine from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute (VPCI), University of Delhi.

He currently leads the Pulmonology Unit at Paras Hospital, Munshi Bagh, Srinagar, providing specialised respiratory and interventional care to patients across the region.

He has presented research at major respiratory conferences, including an award-winning paper at NAPCON 2021, and remains actively involved in medical education and training programmes in respiratory care.

Credentials and Education

• MBBS from Government Medical College, Srinagar
• MD (Internal Medicine) from Government Medical College, Srinagar
• DM (Pulmonary Medicine) from Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi

Certifications

• Certificate in Respiratory Allergy Diagnosis and Management, VPCI National Centre of Respiratory Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
• Certificate in Redefining ICU Basics, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
• Certificate in Mechanical Ventilation, Basic and Advanced, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi
• Certificate of Participation, SleepCon, Indian Sleep Disorders Association
• Certificate in Basic and Advanced Paediatric Bronchoscopy, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon

Book an Appointment with Dr Mohd Yousoof Dar, Pulmonologist in Srinagar

Dr Mohd Yousoof Dar is available for consultations at Paras Hospital, Munshi Bagh, Srinagar (consultation fee: Rs. 700). To schedule an appointment with an experienced pulmonologist in Srinagar, contact HexaHealth or use the Paras Health appointment booking system.