Dr. Sai Praveen Haranath is an esteemed Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist based in Hyderabad, Telangana. With over 24 years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Haranath has established himself as a leading expert in treating complex respiratory conditions. He has earned a reputation for his compassionate approach to patient care, ensuring that every individual receives personalized and comprehensive treatment.
Dr. Haranath holds multiple distinguished qualifications, including MBBS, AB (Internal Medicine), Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, MPH, and FCCP. This extensive educational background enables him to address a wide range of pulmonary issues, from asthma and COPD to critical care challenges.
In recognition of his dedication, Dr. Haranath has received numerous accolades, including a prestigious Humanitarian Award from UCHC, highlighting his commitment to serving the community with excellence.
Fluent in several languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, he is able to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population, ensuring a comfortable and understanding environment for all patients.
As a proud member of the Apollo Group, Dr. Haranath adheres to the highest standards of medical practice and is committed to advancements in the field of pulmonology. His passion for respiratory medicine is evident in his continuous pursuit of knowledge and best practices, making him a trusted choice for patients seeking expert care in respiratory health. Whether navigating chronic conditions or managing acute respiratory distress, Dr. Sai Praveen Haranath is dedicated to improving the quality of life for his patients.
- Dr Sai Praveen Haranath is a physician working at Apollo Hospitals and Medical Director of one of the first Tele ICU programs in India- eACCESS
- Consultant Intensivist and Pulmonologist,Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, India
Special interest
- He returned to India to pursue his lifelong desire to raise the standard of Indian and global healthcare through the ethical practice of excellent medicine .
- He is a firm believer that we have the ingredients to create a superlative health experience for this country and beyond .
- He has vast experience in managing patients with asthma , COPD, bronchitis, allergic lung disease as well as lung cancer and tobacco and smoking/tobacco addiction.
- Proficient in pulmonary and critical care procedures.
- Expert at evaluating complex health problems and offering second opinions and helping clarify diagnostic dilemmas.
- Believes in a multidisciplinary team approach.
- Technology in health advocate.
Memberships
- American College of Chest Physicians(ACCP)
- Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine
- Indian Association of Bronchology
- National College of Chest Physicians
Awards & Achievements
- Humanitarian Award from University of Connecticut Health Center, USA and the Governors Community Service Award from the American College of Chest Physicians .
- Completed the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Tobacco Control Leadership Program
- He has been involved in multiple presentations and conferences in India and abroad.
- He is interested in all things digital and loves a good game of table tennis .
- He believes in honest communication with patients and families and feels that healthcare has spiritual overtones.
- He has significant experience in t for the practical delivery of ethical healthcare .
- His prior experiences in rural, community and academic medical centres in the US including The Permanente Medical Group/Kaiser Permanente in the San Francisco area ,his US and India teleICU experience and his current position at Apollo Hospitals in Hyderabad make him an expert in helping patients with complex medical conditions.
- TEDx Speaker
- Active in ACCP volunteer leadership
- Clinic Director , Apollo LAM Clinic , Part of the LAM Foundation International Clinic Network
Research & Publications
- Panigrahi N, Haranath SP, Ma A, Srinivas Y, Sirga S, Ramkumar, K S. Cyanide Toxicity!! Colour of Blood Says It All. Indian J Crit Care Med. 2019 Mar;23(3):155-156. doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10071-23141. PMID: 31097895; PMCID: PMC6487624.
- Gonuguntla HK, Haranath SP, Bongu VK, Agrawal S, Gupta N. Simulated Hemoptysis - Difficulties in Diagnosis. Arch Bronconeumol (Engl Ed). 2020 Apr;56(4):261-262. English, Spanish. doi:10.1016/j.arbres.2019.10.016. Epub 2019 Nov 21. PMID: 31761492.
- Haranath SP. Lessons from Haiti. Perm J. 2011 Winter;15(1):86. PMID: 21505633; PMCID: PMC3048649.
- Haranath SP, Meeta M. COVID-19: The Vital Sign. J Midlife Health.2020 Oct - Dec;11(4):199. doi: 10.4103/jmh.jmh_286_20. Epub 2021 Jan 21. PMID: 33767559; PMCID: PMC7978048.
- Haranath SP, Ganapathy K, Kesavarapu SR, Kuragayala SD.eNeuroIntensive Care in India: The Need of the Hour. Neurol India.2021 Mar-Apr;69(2):245-251. doi: 10.4103/0028-3886.314591. PMID:33904432.
- Haranath SP, Jakkinaboina S. Is proton pump inhibitor use a significant confounder for chromogranin A levels in sepsis? Intensive Care Med. 2012 Nov;38(11):1901; author reply 1902-3. doi: 10.1007/s00134-012-2664-3.Epub 2012 Aug 15. PMID: 22893219.
- Haranath SP, Park BS, Osborne M. Body mass index in COPD mortality: is it all in the water? Chest. 2008 Jan;133(1):318-9. author reply 319. doi: 10.1378/chest.07-2285. PMID: 18187768.
- Wechsler ME, Finn D, Gunawardena D, Westlake R, Barker A, Haranath SP, Pauwels RA, Kips JC, Drazen JM. Churg-Strauss syndrome in patients receiving montelukast as treatment for asthma. Chest. 2000 Mar;117(3):708-13. doi:10.1378/chest.117.3.708. PMID: 10712995.
- Kar S, Chawla R, Haranath SP, Ramasubban S, Ramakrishnan N, Vaishya R, Sibal A, Reddy S. Multivariable mortality risk prediction using
- machine learning for COVID-19 patients at admission (AICOVID). Sci Rep. 2021 Jun 17;11(1):12801. doi:10.1038/s41598-021-92146-7. PMID:34140592; PMCID: PMC8211710.
- Haranath SP, Grines C. Percutaneous coronary intervention for acute myocardial infarction: current strategy in the lab. Indian Heart J. 2007 Mar-Apr;59(2 Suppl B):B86-98. PMID: 19153441.
- Haranath SP. Prevention of hip fracture with use of a hip protector. N Engl J Med. 2001 Mar 15;344(11):856; author reply 856-7. PMID: 11252312.

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