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Dr. Narasimhan R is a highly experienced Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine Specialist based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. With an impressive 35 years of clinical experience, he has dedicated his career to diagnosing and treating a wide range of pulmonary conditions. Dr. Narasimhan holds a distinguished academic background with qualifications including MBBS, DTCD, and MD, which equip him with a thorough understanding of respiratory health.
His expertise encompasses various facets of respiratory medicine, making him a trusted partner for patients dealing with chronic respiratory diseases, infections, sleep disorders, and other breathing-related issues. Dr. Narasimhan is proficient in both English and Tamil, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population, ensuring that language barriers do not impede effective healthcare delivery.
As a dedicated healthcare provider, Dr. Narasimhan is committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in pulmonology, ensuring that his patients receive the highest standard of care. His practice is characterized by a patient-centric approach, where he takes the time to listen and understand the unique needs of each individual he serves.
Whether you are seeking routine check-ups or specialized care for complex respiratory conditions, Dr. Narasimhan R is an exceptional choice for your healthcare needs. His unmatched experience and compassionate care make him a pillar of support for his patients on their journey to better respiratory health.
Experience
- 35 years Worked in Railway Hospitals, Perambur in 1980 for one year
- ADMO in Southern Hospitals, Olavakot division Worked in Jipmer, Pondicherry
- Senior Resident in the department of Chest Diseases
- TB Research Center as Senior Research Fellow
- Sri Ramachandra Medical college as In charge of Respiratory Medicine Joined Apollo Hospitals, Chennai in the year 1992 as consultant and Senior Consultant, Department of Respiratory Medicine
- In charge of Respiratory Medicine, SRM institute of Medical Sciences
- Associate Professor of the University of Queensland, Australia
- Adjunct Professor, Tamil Nadu MGR Medical University
Memberships
- Member of the Indian Chest Society
- Member of the National College of Chest Physicians
- Member of the National Academy of Allergy
- Member of the American College of Allergy and Immunology
- Member of the American Thoracic Society
- Member of the British Thoracic Society
- Member of the American Academic of Sleep
- Member of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology
- Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians
- Fellow of the Indian Association for Bronchology
- Member of European Association for Bronchology
- Member of the American Association for Bronchology
- Member of European Respiratory Society
Awards
- Got the Best Teacher Award from API Chennai Chapter. Got the Vocational Excellence Award from the Rotary Club of Madras North West for the highest number of diagnostic bronchoscopies in South India.
- Has so far done more than 11,000 diagnostic bronchoscopies, the highest in South India.
- Has done the highest number of pleuroscopies in India. Has started the Endobronchial Ultrasound unit in India and has done the highest number in one year with very high diagnostic yield (94%).
- He is a faculty for many national and international conferences. In the last 22 years as a chest physician, has delivered more than 500 lectures on various pulmonary diseases.
- He is a regular writer in the Health Watch section in The Hindu, a well-known national daily.
- Academic honors: On the Editorial Board of Lung India as a Section Editor.
- On the Editorial Board of Chest India (ACCP).
- On the Editorial Board of the Journal “Current Medical Trends”.
- On the Editorial Board of the Journal “Pulmon”.
- On the Editorial Board of Lung India as a Section Editor for the Pictorial CME (a peer-reviewed journal).
- Editor-in-Chief of the Indian Journal of Bronchology from 2003 for 3 years.
- President of the Indian Association for Bronchology for the year 2012–2013.
- Chairperson for the South Zone of the Indian Chest Society and also a Governing Council Member.
- Delivered the prestigious Santhosham Chest Oration at the Asia Pacific Conference on Bronchology in Jaipur, 2012.
- Delivered the Lupin Chest Oration at the AP Chest Conference in 2003.
- Presented a paper on EBUS at the ACCP Conference in Hawaii in 2011. In 2012, moderated a session on “Lung Cancer and Pleural Effusions” at the ACCP Conference held in Atlanta, USA.
- Referee for the Indian Journal of Chest Diseases and Allied Sciences.
- Member of the Committee of GINA (Global Initiative Against Asthma).
- Governor of the American College of Chest Physicians, South India Chapter.
- Contributed chapters in the API Textbook of Medicine and the Textbook of Respiratory Medicine by Jindal.
- Organizing capabilities: Organized the Indian Bronchology Conference in 1995 in Chennai.
- Organizing Secretary for the ACCP South India Chest Meet 2001 in Chennai.
- Organizing Secretary for the ACCP South India Chest Meet 2003 in Chennai.
- Organizing Secretary for the Indian Bronchology Conference held in Chennai in January 2006.
- Organizing Secretary for the Chest Update in 2010 held under the auspices of ACCP.
- Organized many medical camps to create awareness on respiratory illness through the Respiratory Research Foundation and Rotary Clubs.
Research and Publication
- Polymerase Chain for Tuberculosis-Narasimhan R, Illangho RP, and Seethalakshmi- Lung India (1998), XVI, No.4 (Page 150 to 154)
- Pneumocystis Carinii Pneumonia-Narasimhan R, Illangho RP, Mahadevan S-Lung India (1999), XVII, No.1 (Page 35-37)
- Theophylline-Is it useful? Narasimhan R-Editorial Pulmon 2000:2;60-61 Wearing from Mechanical Ventilation-Editorial Pulmon 2003:5;2:41-42
- Endobronchial Schwanomma-Narasimhan, Gayathri and Jayaraman-Pulmon 2004:6;1:26-30
- Trans bronchial lung biopsies A retrospective analysis-Leading article-Pulmon Narasimhan R, Gayathri AR, Illangho RP-Pulmon 2004:6;2:44-49
- A case report of endobronchial sarcoidosis-Narasimhan, Gayathri and Jayaraman-Current Medical Trends 8(3) 1600-1603
- A typical presentation of a malignant pulmonary nodule-Narasimhan, Gayathri and Partha Karmakar-Apollo proceedings 2003 july (2), 28-29
- Acute severe asthma-API Medicine Update 2005-501-505 Corticosteroids in Asthma-A brief overview-Respiratory Science Issue 3 2004 Pregnancy and TB, Glenmarkscience Issue.
- Oct 1989 Levofloxacin in Adult patients with Nosocominal Pneumonias-R. Narasimhan Indian Medical Gazette Feb 2005, Vol. CXXIX, No. 2 Pulmonary Nocardiosis-A retrospective analysis-Gayathri, Aruna, Dr.R.Narasimhan-Current Medical Trends/9/2/April 2005
- He has written a chapter on “Acute Severe Asthma” in Association Physicians of India Text book “Medicine Update 2005”
- Written a chapter on “Ideal Bronchoscopy suite in book titled “Practical approach to Critical Respiratory Medicine,
- Sleep disorders and Fibreoptic Bronchoscopy Organizing Capabilities Organized Indian Bronchology Conferences in 1995 in Chennai
Special Interests
Specialized in :
- Bronchial thermoplasty – A State of the art procedure done on severe asthmatics.
- Transbronchoscopic Cryo biopsy of the lung.
- Cryo biopsy to abalate the endobronchial lung tumours called Cryo Abalation.
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) to take biopsies from hilar and mediastinal nodes under ultrasound guidance. The ultrasound is fit on the tip of the bronchoscope.
List of Treatments
- Pneumonia Treatment
- Respiratory Treatment
- Chest Disease Treatment
- Bronchitis Treatment
- Bronchiolitis Treatment
- Bronchiectasis Treatment
- Bronchial Asthma Treatment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Narasimhan R practice?
Dr. Narasimhan R practices at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road Chennai. This hospital offers comprehensive healthcare services.
Who is Dr. Narasimhan R?
Dr Narasimhan R is a renowned Respiratory Medicine Specialist with over 35 years of experience. He practices in Chennai at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road Chennai. Dr Narasimhan R holds a degree in MBBS, DTCD, MD. He provides treatments including Pneumonia Treatment, Respiratory Treatment, Chest Disease Treatment. He specializes in treating conditions like Pleural Disease, Respiratory Disorders, Respiratory Tract Infection.
Why do patients choose Dr. Narasimhan R?
Patients seek Dr. Narasimhan R's expertise for treatment of Bad Breath (Halitosis) and Lower/Upper Respiratory Tract Infections. For a comprehensive list of services, please refer to his detailed profile.
What is Dr. Narasimhan R's specialization?
Dr Narasimhan R specializes in Respiratory Medicine. He has expertise in treating conditions such as Pleural Disease, Respiratory Disorders, Respiratory Tract Infection. His key treatments include Pneumonia Treatment, Respiratory Treatment, Chest Disease Treatment.
What are Dr. Narasimhan R's medical qualifications?
Dr Narasimhan R holds MBBS, DTCD, MD, reflecting his comprehensive education in the field of Respiratory Medicine.
How many years of experience does Dr. Narasimhan R have?
Dr. Narasimhan R possesses over 35 years of experience in the medical field. His extensive experience encompasses various medical practices.
What is a Pulmonologist?
A pulmonologist is a physician specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases. This includes disorders of the airway, lungs, and respiratory muscles. They manage conditions affecting the entire respiratory system, from the nose and throat to the lungs themselves.
What respiratory conditions does a pulmonologist treat?
Pulmonologists treat various respiratory illnesses, including airway inflammation, airway blockages, alveolar damage from inhalation (dust, chemicals, smoke), genetic lung diseases (e.g., cystic fibrosis), and conditions like tuberculosis, asthma, and bronchitis. They manage both infectious and chronic lung diseases.
When should I consult a Pulmonologist?
Consult a pulmonologist if you experience persistent cough, shortness of breath, coughing up blood or mucus, unexplained weight loss, or significant breathing difficulties during routine activities or exercise. These symptoms may indicate respiratory issues requiring specialist care.
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