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Dr Praveen Venkatagiri
Area of Specialization : Neonatology
Doctor Designation : Senior Consultant Pediatrician & Neonatologist, Executive Director -Medicover Women & Child
Medical Qualifications : MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), MRCPCH, CCT (UK), FRCPCH (UK), EGMP (IIM)
Experience : 27+ Years
Practicing Location : Bengaluru
Languages Spoken : English, हिंदी, ಕನ್ನಡ, తెలుగు
Consultation Fee : ₹1000
Current Work Location
Medicover Hospital, 351 ITPL Main Road, Whitefield Road, ITPL Main Road HOODI VILLAGE, KRISHNARAJAPURA, HOBLI, Hoodi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048
Timings: Mon to Sat 9 AM - 5 PM
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Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is a senior pediatrician and neonatologist with over 27 years of experience. He serves as the Executive Director of Medicover Women & Child at Medicover Hospitals, Bengaluru. He is known for providing advanced and compassionate care for newborns and children.
His expertise includes Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU), treatment of premature babies, and development of neonatal care systems. He also focuses on improving care quality, clinical training, and preventive child health screening. Dr. Praveen is committed to delivering safe, effective, and modern care to ensure the best outcomes for mothers and children.
Expertise & Treatments
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri offers comprehensive care for newborns, infants, and children, with a strong focus on advanced neonatal and pediatric treatments. His approach combines clinical expertise, modern technology, and preventive care to ensure the best health outcomes for every child.
Procedures / Treatments
- Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) - Advanced care for critically ill and premature newborns
- Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) - Specialized treatment for children with serious medical conditions
- Care of Extremely Premature Infants - Expert management of very low birth weight and high-risk babies
- Vaccination and Immunization - Complete child vaccination programs for disease prevention
- Newborn Screening - Early detection of congenital and metabolic conditions
- Preventive Child Health Checkups - Regular health assessments to monitor growth and development
- Developmental Screening - Early identification of developmental delays in children
- Perinatal and Neonatal Care Planning - Structured care before and after birth for better outcomes
- Quality Improvement in Neonatal Care - Implementation of best practices to enhance NICU outcomes
- Simulation and Clinical Training - Advanced training methods to improve pediatric and neonatal care delivery
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is a senior Neonatologist and Pediatrician with more than two decades of experience in newborn and child healthcare. His work focuses on the care of high-risk newborns, management of pediatric emergencies, and development of advanced neonatal intensive care systems that improve the quality and accessibility of child healthcare.
He completed MBBS and MD in Pediatrics, followed by advanced international qualifications including MRCPCH (UK), CCT (UK), and FRCPCH (UK). He also holds EGMP from IIM, reflecting strong leadership and healthcare management training. Dr. Praveen spent nearly a decade working in the United Kingdom in advanced neonatal units, gaining extensive experience in modern neonatal care systems and evidence-based clinical practice. With this international exposure and extensive clinical experience, he is regarded as a top neonatologist in Bengaluru for advanced newborn and pediatric care.
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri has extensive expertise in general pediatrics, vaccinations, pediatric emergencies, PICU care, and neonatal intensive care (NICU). His special interests include care of extremely premature infants, including babies weighing less than 500 grams, along with perinatal and neonatal systems development, quality improvement in neonatal care, simulation-based clinical training, preventive child health, and developmental screening programs.
Throughout his career, he has played an important role in establishing neonatal intensive care units (NICU), developing clinical protocols, strengthening multidisciplinary neonatal teams, and improving hospital systems for newborn care. He has also been actively involved in academic activities, publications, awards, and professional training, mentoring and guiding pediatricians and young doctors in neonatal and pediatric practice.
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is also the co-founder of HealthLand, an initiative focused on preventive and long-term child health through screening programs, wellness initiatives, and parent education. At Medicover Hospitals, he leads the development of the Women & Children Institute, bringing together advanced maternity, neonatal, and pediatric services to build a comprehensive and trusted mother - child healthcare centre.
With his international experience, leadership in neonatal care systems, and commitment to high-quality child healthcare, Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is considered one of the best pediatrician and neonatologist in Bengaluru, especially for NICU care, premature baby treatment, pediatric emergencies, vaccinations, and preventive child health services. He is available for consultation Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM, in Bengaluru.
Past Experience
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri has played a key leadership role in advancing pediatric and neonatal care across leading healthcare institutions in Bengaluru and beyond. His work reflects strong clinical expertise, system development, and a commitment to improving newborn and child health outcomes.
- Head of Pediatrics & Neonatology, Chinmaya Mission Hospital, Bengaluru - Led Level-III NICU services, managed multidisciplinary clinical teams, and developed structured fellowship training programs in neonatology
- Co-founder, Ovum Hospitals - Contributed to building a trusted maternity and neonatal healthcare network, improving access to quality care for mothers and newborns
- Co-founder, Neonatal Care & Research Institute - Focused on strengthening neonatal care systems through training, clinical audits, and research-driven practices
- Former Secretary, National Neonatology Forum (Karnataka) - Actively involved in statewide initiatives to improve newborn care quality, along with mentoring pediatricians and neonatologists
- Co-founder, HealthLand Clinics - Promotes preventive child healthcare through wellness programs, early screening, and parent education
Awards & Achievements
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri brings decades of excellence in pediatric and neonatal care, with a strong focus on clinical quality, leadership, and innovation in newborn healthcare.
- Over 20 Years of Clinical Experience: Extensive expertise in pediatrics and neonatology, with a special focus on high-risk newborn care and neonatal intensive care (NICU)
- International Experience in the United Kingdom: Nearly 10 years of advanced clinical training and practice in NHS hospitals, gaining exposure to modern neonatal care systems and evidence-based treatment approaches
- Leadership in NICU Development: Played a key role in establishing and upgrading neonatal intensive care units, including infrastructure planning and implementation of standardized clinical protocols
- Quality Improvement Initiatives: Actively contributed to improving neonatal outcomes through infection control practices, kangaroo mother care, and evidence-based neonatal care methods
- Mentorship and Clinical Training: Guided pediatricians and neonatal teams through structured fellowship programs, academic teaching, and hands-on clinical training
- Healthcare System Development: Led the growth of pediatric and neonatal services by building strong multidisciplinary teams and improving care delivery systems
Memberships
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is an active member of leading national and international pediatric and neonatal organizations. His memberships reflect his commitment to continuous learning, global standards, and excellence in child healthcare.
- Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), UK
- National Neonatology Forum (NNF), India
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), India
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri has contributed to several research studies and clinical publications focused on improving neonatal outcomes, patient safety, and evidence-based practices in pediatrics and neonatology.
- Sustaining Prolonged Kangaroo Mother Care in Stable Low Birth Weight Babies Over Two Years in a Predominantly Outborn Unit: A Quality Improvement Approach
- Reducing Healthcare-Associated Infections by Improving Compliance with Aseptic Non-Touch Technique in Intravenous Line Maintenance: A Quality Improvement Approach
- Use of Antenatal Magnesium Sulfate for Neuroprotection: A Survey of National Practices
- Respiratory Failure in Newborns: A Clinical Profile Study
- Clinical Profile of Neonatal Conjunctivitis from a Tertiary Care Center
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri consults at Medicover Hospital, located at 351 ITPL Main Road, Whitefield Road, Hoodi Village, Krishnarajapura Hobli, Hoodi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048.
He is available from Monday to Saturday, between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM at Medicover Hospital, Bengaluru.
The consultation fee is approximately ₹1000.
You can book an appointment online, call 040-68334455, or visit the Medicover Hospital reception in Bengaluru.
He specializes in pediatrics and neonatology, including NICU care, premature baby treatment, pediatric emergencies, vaccinations, child development, and preventive child healthcare.
Yes, he has over 27 years of experience in treating a wide range of conditions, including newborn care, infections, growth issues, and complex pediatric diseases.
He treats premature babies, low birth weight infants, neonatal infections, breathing problems in newborns, pediatric emergencies, childhood infections, and growth or developmental concerns. He also provides vaccination and preventive care services.
Yes, he has extensive experience in Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) and has worked in advanced neonatal units in the United Kingdom. He specializes in treating high-risk and critically ill newborns.
Yes, he is highly experienced in managing premature and very low birth weight babies, including infants weighing less than 500 grams.
Yes, he offers complete pediatric care, including vaccinations, growth monitoring, developmental screening, and preventive health programs.
Yes, he has strong expertise in pediatric emergency care and PICU management, including conditions like breathing difficulty, infections, seizures, and dehydration.
Yes, he provides expert second opinions for both pediatric and neonatal health concerns.
His international training, extensive NICU experience, and leadership in building advanced neonatal care systems make him a trusted expert in newborn and child healthcare.
Yes, he actively contributes to academic teaching, research publications, and professional training. He also mentors pediatricians and healthcare professionals.
If you are searching for an experienced pediatrician or neonatologist in Bengaluru, Dr. Praveen Venkatagiri is known for his expertise in NICU care, premature baby treatment, pediatric emergencies, vaccinations, and preventive child health services.
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