Dr Vijay Kumar - Best Neonatologist & Pediatrician in Vijayawada
MBBS, M.D (Pediatrics), Fellowship in Neonatology,
Diploma in Allergy & Asthma (CMC Vellore)
Dr. Vijay is a leading Pediatrician and Neonatologist in Vijayawada. He obtained his MBBS from Kurnool Medical College, following which he pursued his MD in Pediatrics from P.E.S. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kuppam to specialise as a pediatrician. With his specific interest in the diseases of the newborn, he then pursued an IAP fellowship in Neonatology from Hyderabad. He also holds a Diploma in Allergy and Asthma from the prestigious institute, CMC Vellore.
A highly dedicated clinician, Dr. Vijay holds a special interest in Academics as well. He is a trainer for the Pediatric Advanced Life Support course and Neonatal Resuscitation Program and has also mentored many DNB students and young fellows in neonatology. He is also a state-level trainer for the Pediatric Tuberculosis program by SAATHI and has been a faculty for various ventilation and stimulation workshops. An active participant in the various academic gatherings of pediatrics and neonatology, he has presented many seminars on various platforms like regional and state CME gatherings. Through his active involvement in academic forums, he keeps himself updated with the latest advancements in technology and treatment protocols and thus leaves no stone unturned in providing the best to his patients.
He is highly skillful in performing all neonatal procedures and has successfully discharged many extreme preterm babies admitted under his care, with the least weight baby being as low as 480 grams. He holds a special interest in extreme preterm care and functional echocardiography which includes Neonatal Neurosonography and Echocardiography to assess the hemodynamics in a sick baby. He is also an expert in allergy and asthma and has been regularly conducting allergy and asthma clinics where he also performs skin prick tests.
With his calm approach towards his little patients and in the Neonatal intensive care unit, he puts the attendees of his patients at ease even at the most stressful hour. A highly dedicated and enthusiastic professional he is committed to delivering safe and high-quality care to his patients.