Consultant Pulmonologist

Position: Consultant – Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine

Location: Krishna Hospitals, Vijayawada

Employment: Full-time / Visiting Consultant

Role Summary

Krishna Hospitals is looking for an experienced Pulmonologist to provide comprehensive diagnosis and management of respiratory and pulmonary disorders and help develop a robust Pulmonology OPD and inpatient service.

Key Responsibilities
Conduct Pulmonology OPD consultations and inpatient reviews.
Diagnose and manage asthma, COPD, pneumonia, respiratory infections, ILD, tuberculosis, pleural diseases and sleep-related breathing disorders.
Manage respiratory emergencies including acute breathlessness, respiratory failure and severe asthma/COPD exacerbations.
Perform/supervise procedures such as bronchoscopy, pleural procedures and pulmonary function testing, as per hospital facilities and expertise.
Manage patients requiring oxygen therapy, NIV/CPAP/BiPAP and ventilatory support in coordination with ICU teams.
Evaluate and manage patients with suspected sleep apnea and other sleep-related disorders.
Coordinate with ICU, Emergency, General Medicine, Radiology and other specialties.




Provide pre-operative pulmonary assessment and optimization where required.
Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and formulate treatment plans.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow hospital/NABH protocols.
Conduct respiratory health camps, smoking cessation counselling and awareness programs.
Support development and growth of the Pulmonology Department and referral network.

Qualifications
MD/DNB in Respiratory Medicine / Pulmonary Medicine
Valid medical registration.
Experience in independent clinical practice preferred.
Experience in ICU and respiratory procedures preferred.

We Offer
Competitive remuneration
Solid multidisciplinary hospital support
Opportunity to develop a Pulmonology practice and referral network
Access to ICU, Emergency, diagnostic and inpatient facilities
Skilled and growth-oriented environment

Interested candidates may apply with their updated CV and relevant qualifications/experience. Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Pulmonologist Vijayawada
🏢 KRISHNA HOSPITALS
📍 Vijayawada