Dr. Omkar is a highly skilled Pulmonologist with over 9 years of experience in treating a wide range of respiratory conditions. He specializes in managing asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, and sleep disorders, and is renowned for his expertise in advanced interventional pulmonology procedures. Dr. Omkar’s training includes prestigious fellowships in interventional pulmonology from Japan and Malaysia, equipping him with advanced skills to perform complex pulmonary interventions. His approach is centered on accurate diagnosis, cutting-edge treatments, and delivering comprehensive care for patients with respiratory ailments.
Work Experience
With over 9 years of experience, Dr. Omkar has demonstrated excellence in both the clinical and procedural aspects of pulmonary medicine, delivering patient-centered care across various respiratory conditions.
Education
- MBBS - D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune, India
- MD (Pulmonary Medicine) - D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune, India
Fellowships & Memberships
- Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology - Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad
- Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology - Serdang Hospital, Malaysia
- Fellowship in Respiratory Endoscopy - NCC Hospital, Japan
- Comprehensive Sleep Medicine Course
Memberships:
- Indian Chest Society (ICS)
- European Respiratory Society (ERS)
- American Thoracic Society (ATS)
Publications
- Konjeti O, Gaikwad N, et al. Correlation of Six-Minute Walk Test and COPD Assessment Test (CAT) Scores with Spirometric Indices in COPD Patients. International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports, 2022.
- Mohan S, Konjeti O, et al. An Uncommon Case of Severe Asthma - Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA). European Journal of Molecular and Clinical Medicine, 2023.
- Konjeti O, Gaikwad N, et al. Solitary Diaphragmatic Hydatid Cyst. Journal of the Indian Medical Association (JIMA), 2023.
- Saini M, Gaikwad N, et al. Bilateral Pneumothorax: A Rare and Fatal Complication of Military Tuberculosis. International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports, 2023.
Areas of Expertise
- Asthma
- COPD
- Tuberculosis
- Pneumonia
- Pleural Effusion – ICD Placement and Management
- Sleep Disorders
- ILD (Interstitial Lung Disease) Management
- Bronchoscopy
- EBUS (Endobronchial Ultrasound)
- Thoracoscopy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Cryobiopsy
- Foreign Body Removal from Lungs
- Critical Care
- Lung Cancer
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