- Phone : 08352-262770
- Email : office@bldedu.ac.in
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- Smt. Bangaramma Sajjan Campus
- Solapur Road, Vijayapura - 586103
- 08352-262770
- office@bldedu.ac.in
The Department of Respiratory Medicine was started at Shri B.M Patil Medical college in 1989. Dr. S. Chandrashekhar was the first Professor & Head of the Department. The department was later headed by Dr. Prabhakar Rao in the year 1996. Dr . Ramesh S Babar later joined in the department as professor and HOD in the year 2004. Dr. Keertivardhan D Kulkarni was appointed as HOD from 2024.
It is catering to the Under-graduate (MBBS) teaching as per NMC/CBME/MCI norms.
Post-graduate courses in the department started in the year 2019.
Department of Respiratory Medicine was one of the main Departments which was actively involved in the management of COVID-19 cases where it managed Flu Corner, Covid ICU services and in active training of Medical students, Faculty and Nursing staff in management of Covid cases as per ICMR and Karnataka state Guidelines.
The department also runs PhD programme along with courses like pulmonary function tests , Asthma and Allergy.
Prof & HOD, MBBS, DNB (Respiratory Medicine), DAA (CMC Vellore), MNAMS.
Assistant Professor, MBBS, MD (Respiratory Medicine)
MBBS, Jr.Resident
MBBS, Jr.Resident
M.B.B.S, Jr.Resident
M.B.B.S, Jr.Resident
MBBS, Jr.Resident
MBBS, Jr.Resident
The Department of Respiratory Medicine at BLDE (Deemed to be University) is actively engaged in clinical and academic research, focusing on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of pulmonary diseases. Faculty and postgraduate students regularly undertake research projects and dissertations aligned with emerging respiratory health concerns, including tuberculosis, asthma, COPD, interstitial lung diseases, and post-COVID respiratory complications. It partners with National Health bodies & Institutions for multi-speciality studies and has contributed various publications to peer-reviewed journals. Also department is conducting various research initiatives, the department aims to enrich evidence-base care & enhance patient outcomes in respiratory health.
The Department of Respiratory Medicine at BLDE (Deemed to be University) offers a comprehensive suite of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services tailored to respiratory health. With a 30-bedded general ward, a 5-bedded Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU), a fully equipped PFT lab, and a dedicated bronchoscopy suite, the department delivers both OPD and IPD services with clinical excellence. It actively participates in national programs like the RNTCP/NTEP and the MDRTB Free Treatment Scheme, treating numerous drug-resistant TB cases annually. Specialized services include advanced pulmonary function testing (Spirometry, MVV, DLCO), daily asthma and allergy clinics with skin prick testing, bronchoscopy with biopsy procedures, and image-guided lung interventions like thoracocentesis, pleural aspirations, ICD insertions, and CT/USG-guided biopsies. The department also extends expert respiratory consultations to other clinical specialties, ensuring integrated patient care across disciplines.
Explore our Facilities Gallery to get a glimpse of the state-of-the-art infrastructure in the Department of Respiratory Medicine, including the RICU, Bronchoscopy Suite, PFT Lab, and advanced diagnostic services.
The Department of Respiratory Medicine has made significant contributions in both clinical service and academic excellence. Dr. Keertivardhan D. Kulkarni was honored with appreciation letters from the District TB Officer and government authorities for his remarkable contributions toward the “TB-Free India” campaign, as well as for his dedicated COVID-19 services at the Government District Hospital, Vijayapura. In academic forums, Dr. Apoorva Ravi secured a Gold Medal for the SARS poster presentation in 2022, showcasing research excellence. Additionally, Dr. Pranavi V. was awarded for her essay on World TB Day, underlining the department’s active involvement in public health awareness initiatives.
Appreciation Letter to Dr. Keertivardhan D Kulkarni for Contribution in TB Free India. Letter Given by District TB Officer, Vijayapura and Government Authorities.
Gold Medal for Sars Poster Presentation 2022 Awarded to Dr. Apoorva Ravi
Appreciation Letter for Dr. Keertivardhan D Kulkarni Covid19 Pandemic Services at Government District Hospital, Vijayapura
World TB Day Essay Writing Award Presented to Dr. Pranavi. V
The Department of Respiratory Medicine actively engages in a wide array of academic, clinical, and community outreach programs. Regular health awareness programs and observation of national health days such as World TB Day are conducted to educate patients and the public about respiratory diseases. The department organizes CME programs and guest lectures focusing on updates in tuberculosis management, interventional pulmonology, and chronic respiratory diseases. Clinical skill-building activities like hands-on workshops in spirometry, bronchoscopy, and ICD insertion techniques are conducted for postgraduate students. The department is also involved in conducting RNTCP/NTEP-based training sessions, supporting MDRTB management, and contributing to various collaborative public health initiatives.
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