Dr. Shivaraj Kumar KV

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar K V is an experienced pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently practising as an Associate Consultant - Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital Millers Road. His approach is marked by attention to detail, a thorough understanding of pulmonary physiology, and a strong commitment to individualised patient care. Dr. Shivaraj is known for building trust through clear communication, patient education, and collaborative decision-making. Whether treating a common cough or lung infections or managing a lung transplant case, he prioritises patient comfort, safety, and improved outcomes.

With a robust academic foundation and specialised clinical training, Dr. Shivaraj offers comprehensive care in the field of pulmonology and respiratory medicine. His qualifications include an MBBS, an MD in Respiratory Medicine, and a DNB, further enriched by multiple advanced Certifications in Rigid Bronchoscopy, Cryobiopsy, Electrosurgery, Endobronchial Ultrasound (Conventional and Radial EBUS), Asthma-COPD, Sleep Medicine, and Diagnosis of Respiratory Allergy and Immunotherapy. His extensive training and hands-on expertise allow him to manage a wide range of respiratory conditions with precision and compassion.

Dr. Shivaraj’s clinical interests encompass the realms of respiratory critical care, sleep disorders, smoking cessation, and pulmonary rehabilitation. He is proficient in the diagnosis and management of bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung diseases (ILD), pulmonary tuberculosis, including multidrug-resistant TB, and pneumonias (community-acquired, hospital-acquired, and ventilator-associated). He also has significant experience in post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis and extended COVID care.

He is skilled in performing and interpreting advanced pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, FeNO, DLCO, and arterial blood gas analysis. Additionally, he has undergone certification-based training in polysomnography, which enables the accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnoea. His teaching experience further enhances his profile, as he actively contributes to training undergraduate and postgraduate students in respiratory medicine.

A significant area of strength for Dr. Shivaraj is his expertise in interventional pulmonology. He performs both flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, and airway procedures like cryo-lung biopsies, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), transbronchial lung biopsies, tumour debulking, foreign body removal, tracheal and bronchial stenting, and electrosurgical interventions including Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC). At Manipal Hospitals, he collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, including thoracic surgeons, intensivists, and infectious disease specialists, to provide holistic care.

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, enabling him to interact meaningfully with a broad and diverse patient population.

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar K V is an experienced pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently practising as an Associate Consultant - Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital Millers Road. His approach is marked by attention to detail, a thorough understanding of pulmonary physiology, and a strong commitment to individualised patient care. Dr. Shivaraj is known for building trust through clear communication, patient education, and collaborative decision-making. Whether treating a common cough or lung infections or managing a lung transplant case, he prioritises patient comfort, safety, and improved outcomes.

With a robust academic foundation and specialised clinical training, Dr. Shivaraj offers comprehensive care in the field of pulmonology and respiratory medicine. His qualifications include an MBBS, an MD in Respiratory Medicine, and a DNB, further enriched by multiple advanced Certifications in Rigid Bronchoscopy, Cryobiopsy, Electrosurgery, Endobronchial Ultrasound (Conventional and Radial EBUS), Asthma-COPD, Sleep Medicine, and Diagnosis of Respiratory Allergy and Immunotherapy. His extensive training and hands-on expertise allow him to manage a wide range of respiratory conditions with precision and compassion.

Dr. Shivaraj’s clinical interests encompass the realms of respiratory critical care, sleep disorders, smoking cessation, and pulmonary rehabilitation. He is proficient in the diagnosis and management of bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung diseases (ILD), pulmonary tuberculosis, including multidrug-resistant TB, and pneumonias (community-acquired, hospital-acquired, and ventilator-associated). He also has significant experience in post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis and extended COVID care.

He is skilled in performing and interpreting advanced pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, FeNO, DLCO, and arterial blood gas analysis. Additionally, he has undergone certification-based training in polysomnography, which enables the accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnoea. His teaching experience further enhances his profile, as he actively contributes to training undergraduate and postgraduate students in respiratory medicine.

A significant area of strength for Dr. Shivaraj is his expertise in interventional pulmonology. He performs both flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, and airway procedures like cryo-lung biopsies, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), transbronchial lung biopsies, tumour debulking, foreign body removal, tracheal and bronchial stenting, and electrosurgical interventions including Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC). At Manipal Hospitals, he collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, including thoracic surgeons, intensivists, and infectious disease specialists, to provide holistic care.

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, enabling him to interact meaningfully with a broad and diverse patient population.

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar K V is an experienced pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently practising as an Associate Consultant - Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital Millers Road. His approach is marked by attention to detail, a thorough understanding of pulmonary physiology, and a strong commitment to individualised patient care. Dr. Shivaraj is known for building trust through clear communication, patient education, and collaborative decision-making. Whether treating a common cough or lung infections or managing a lung transplant case, he prioritises patient comfort, safety, and improved outcomes.

With a robust academic foundation and specialised clinical training, Dr. Shivaraj offers comprehensive care in the field of pulmonology and respiratory medicine. His qualifications include an MBBS, an MD in Respiratory Medicine, and a DNB, further enriched by multiple advanced Certifications in Rigid Bronchoscopy, Cryobiopsy, Electrosurgery, Endobronchial Ultrasound (Conventional and Radial EBUS), Asthma-COPD, Sleep Medicine, and Diagnosis of Respiratory Allergy and Immunotherapy. His extensive training and hands-on expertise allow him to manage a wide range of respiratory conditions with precision and compassion.

Dr. Shivaraj’s clinical interests encompass the realms of respiratory critical care, sleep disorders, smoking cessation, and pulmonary rehabilitation. He is proficient in the diagnosis and management of bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung diseases (ILD), pulmonary tuberculosis, including multidrug-resistant TB, and pneumonias (community-acquired, hospital-acquired, and ventilator-associated). He also has significant experience in post-COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis and extended COVID care.

He is skilled in performing and interpreting advanced pulmonary function tests, including spirometry, FeNO, DLCO, and arterial blood gas analysis. Additionally, he has undergone certification-based training in polysomnography, which enables the accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders, such as obstructive sleep apnoea. His teaching experience further enhances his profile, as he actively contributes to training undergraduate and postgraduate students in respiratory medicine.

A significant area of strength for Dr. Shivaraj is his expertise in interventional pulmonology. He performs both flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, and airway procedures like cryo-lung biopsies, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), transbronchial lung biopsies, tumour debulking, foreign body removal, tracheal and bronchial stenting, and electrosurgical interventions including Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC). At Manipal Hospitals, he collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, including thoracic surgeons, intensivists, and infectious disease specialists, to provide holistic care.

Dr. Shivaraj Kumar speaks English, Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, enabling him to interact meaningfully with a broad and diverse patient population.