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Best Pulmonologist in Bangalore

Dr. Sachin Kumar is one of the best pulmonologist in Bangalore, working as a Senior Consultant - Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine Specialist at Sakra World Hospital. He is a super-specialist in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine with more than 17 years of rich and varied expertise in all areas of chest /respiratory disorders. He did his MBBS from Seth G S Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai, MD in General Medicine from Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi and DM in Pulmonary & Critical care Medicine from PGIMER, Chandigarh. This was followed by training in Interventional Pulmonology at  Lausanne (Switzerland), Copenhagen(Denmark), Amsterdam(The Netherlands), and Italy. He has more than 40 publications in international peer-reviewed journals.

He has a keen interest in the management of asthma, interstitial lung disease, Interventional Pulmonology, and sleep medicine. He has been conferred the Fellowship of the American College of Chest Physicians and the European Diploma in adult respiratory Medicine for his expertise and achievement in his field of work. He has worked as an Associate professor at ILBS super speciality hospital, New Delhi. His last assignment prior to joining Sakra World Hospital was with Narayana multispeciality hospital, Whitefield, Bangalore as a consultant in pulmonology and internal medicine.

Best Pulmonologist in Bangalore

Dr. Sachin completed his MBBS from Seth G S Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai in 2003 followed by his MD (General Medicine) from Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi in the year 2006. Further, he completed DM in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine from PGIMER, Chandigarh in 2010. He has also obtained a Diploma in Adult Respiratory Medicine from Vienna and was later elected as a Fellow of American College of Chest Physicians, USA in recognition of his expertise in the field. Furthermore, Dr. Sachin underwent training in Pulmonary Hypertension & Pulmonary Vascular Disease under the European Respiratory Society in Lausanne, Switzerland, and in Endobronchial Ultrasound in Denmark & Amsterdam.

Best Pulmonologist in Bangalore

Interstitial Lung disease, Interventional Pulmonology , Endobronchial Ultrasound, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease(COPD), Asthma and allergy, Sleep Disordered Breathing

Best Pulmonologist in Bangalore

  • He is also an esteemed member of KMC, National College of Chest Physician (NCCP), India; European Respiratory Society, American College of Chest Physician.
  • He is certified for Level 1 Ultrasound in Critical Care (WINFOCUS - 2010) by Dr. Luca Neri, Italy and in Basic Life Support & Advanced Cardiac Life Support by American Heart Association.
  • He has 31 international peer reviewed publications to his name along with many national and international scientific presentations at reputed platforms.
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Blogs by Dr. Sachin Kumar

  • Sleepin Disorder - Sleep Apnea Treatment at Sakra World Hospital

    10 Facts About Snoring And Sleep Apnea You Should Know

     WHAT IS SNORING?

    A block of airfow through any part of the breathing passage in the...

    17 May, 2016

  • How to Take Care of Lungs During Winter

    As the winter season approaches, the air becomes colder and drier, posing a greater risk...

    11 December, 2023

  • What is Lung Fibrosis and its Treatment?

    Lung fibrosis is a chronic lung disease that causes scarring of the lung tissue. This...

    11 December, 2023

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    COPD Leading To Respiratory Issues Among Kids, Newborns

    The Thrill of Smoking

    Smoking is cool, or at least that is what most smokers believe...

    07 June, 2021

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    Pulmonary Hypertension- Symptoms and Causes

    What Is Pulmonary Hypertension (PH)?

    Pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that affects...

    19 August, 2021

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    Sleep Apnea And COVID-19

    Do people with Sleep Apnea are at more risk of getting coronavirus?

    There is no evidence...

    20 August, 2021

Videos by Dr. Sachin Kumar

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Tuberculosis Part 2 | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Tuberculosis Part 2 | Sakra World Hospital

    Watch Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, as he delves into the landscape of pulmonary tuberculosis and its enduring impact. Tune in to acquire valuable insights into the treatment strategies and advanceme...

    29 Nov 2023

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Interstitial Lung Disease Part 1  | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Interstitial Lung Disease Part 1 | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, discusses a disease called interstitial lung disease, also known as lung fibrosis. He talks about the causes and more. Tune in to learn more. ...

    20 Nov 2023

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Interstitial Lung Disease Part 2 | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Interstitial Lung Disease Part 2 | Sakra World Hospital

    Watch Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, as he provides in-depth insights into lung fibrosis and the associated treatment processes. Tune in to gain a better understanding of this condition and the recomm...

    22 Nov 2023

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Tuberculosis | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Tuberculosis | Sakra World Hospital

    Join us for an insightful session with Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine. He'll be shedding light on pulmonary tuberculosis and its continued prevalence in India. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge&nb...

    27 Nov 2023

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Myths about Asthma Part 2  | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Myths about Asthma Part 2 | Sakra World Hospital

    Watch Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, as he dispels myths about asthma in our latest video. Tune in for valuable insights and accurate information. Knowledge is key! ...

    28 Nov 2023

  • Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Rehabilitation Part 1 | Sakra World Hospital

    Dr. Sachin Kumar on Pulmonary Rehabilitation Part 1 | Sakra World Hospital

    Watch Dr. Sachin Kumar, Senior Consultant in Pulmonology & Critical Care Medicine, as he explores the realm of pulmonary rehabilitation. Tune in to gain valuable insights into enhancing respiratory well-being....

    1 Dec 2023

Sakra Patient Testimonials

  • I owe my thanks to Dr. Sachin

    I  underwent pulmonary rehabilitation at your Rehab Centre between November 2019 to February 2020.  Just to give you a brief, I stay in Delhi and went to Bangalore to visit my son.  I have been suffering from small airways disease for ...

  • Thanks to the Physiotherapist for their rehabilitation therapy

    Sir,  I am Ashok. V. Nesargi, a COPD patient of Dr. Sachin Kumar. I joined Pulmonary Rehabilitation on Doctor’s advice.I was reluctant to take the therapy because I was apprehensive that it may not work out beneficial. However, I decide...

  • Thankful to the Physiotherapist for helping me improve my health quickly

    Dear Mr.Saril, This is for your kind information that, I was under going therapy sessions in your facility during the period from 11th Apr. to 30th May-2019. I would like to share with you my personal experience & the benefits what I got while at...

  • My lungs had collapsed and I almost lost all hope before pulmonary rehabilitation at Sakra

    My name is Ayesha. I would like to share my experience on pulmonary rehabilitation sessions I have been going through since last 2 months. I am actually a patient of Dr. Sachin Kumar at your hospital. I have been diagnosed with bronchiectasis and the...

Frequently Asked Questions

How are allergies and asthma correlated?

People who are allergic will have itching on their skin, sneezing and blocked nose, etc are more prone to asthma in the future and they occur together.

Is allergy a hereditary problem?

Yes, hereditary problems are to a certain extent, and factors such as family history, pollen, dust, etc are causes of allergies.

Is it impossible to tell that allergies and colds are different?

Although allergies and colds have the same signs & symptoms, they are two different conditions.

Does avoiding allergy triggers alone help to avoid asthma?

Yes, it is better to prevent allergy triggers at the earliest by giving medications based on the severity of asthma.

Can asthma be cured permanently?

Yes, it is a highly treatable disease. Treatments include medications, self-care, and yoga.

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