English

    Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."

    Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

  • Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."

    Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."

    Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.
  • Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."
  • Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

    Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.
  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."
  • Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

    Talks & Publications

  • Paper Presentation in a unique ‘Pecha Kucha’ style of presentation at RCPCH March 2024 in Birmingham titled “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” under the guidance of Dr Prasad Nagakumar. This abstract reflected the need for objective testing in the diagnosis and management of asthma and got selected amidst 800+ abstracts that were submitted for review. It was one of the top 9 scoring abstracts and got a place in the plenary session of the conference. It was also eligible for the Michael Blacow Award.
  • Attended and presented a talk on “A Multicentre Review of Paediatric Asthma Diagnosis and Initial Management in Secondary Care” at the WestMidlands Paediatric Severe Asthma Network Annual Meeting 2023.
  • Correlation of Indoor Air Pollutants with Pulmonary Function Test in Children Residing in Biomass Fuel using Rural Houses of Central Karnataka" - Journal of Pediatric Pulmonology, Jan-Apr 2024.
  • Poster: “Dear Colleague, please perform Spirometry/FeNO test to confirm the diagnosis of asthma..” at the 10th KJP Paediatric Respiratory Conference in London on 11th-12th April 2024.
  • Paper Presentation at RESPICON MIDTERM 2022 in May 2022 on “Prospective observational study to determine the relation between particulate matter load and Pulmonary Function Test in children residing in biomass fuel using rural houses of Central Karnataka
  • Dissertation : Prospective Observation Study of the Clinical Profile of Neonates Born to Mothers with Thyroid Disorders and Correlation with their Outcome under the guidance of Dr. Raj Ganacharya.
  • Poster: Febrile Infection Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): A rare Cause Of Super Refractory Status Epilepticus at the “International Child Neurology Congress” held in Mumbai in November 2018 under the guidance of Dr Sanjay Bafna.
  • Cases: “Persistent Fever and Jaundice” at “Hepaticon” held in Mumbai in February 2020 under the guidance of Dr. Y.K.Amdekar."
  • Overview

  • Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a highly skilled paediatric pulmonologist in Bangalore, currently serving as an Consultant – Paediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road. With nearly a decade of experience in paediatrics and over seven years of specialised expertise, she is deeply committed to delivering advanced respiratory care for children. At Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road, Dr. Khemani routinely manages a wide spectrum of paediatric respiratory conditions, including asthma, cystic fibrosis (CF), sleep-related breathing disorders, invasive and non-invasive long-term ventilation, and rare lung diseases such as primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), interstitial lung disease, and bronchiectasis. Her clinical expertise extends to the interpretation of lung function tests and the performance of bronchoscopies, highlighting her strong technical proficiency.

  • Academically accomplished, Dr. Khemani earned her MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, followed by a Diploma in Child Health (DCH) from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College and a DNB in Paediatrics from Jehangir Hospital. She further enhanced her subspecialty training with a fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, UK, and obtained a Diplomate in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine from the European Respiratory Society (ERS). Her advanced credentials also include a Diploma in Paediatric Sleep Medicine from the Centre for Global Health, Global Chest Initiatives, and Shishuka Children’s Speciality Hospital.

  • Dr. Khemani is widely appreciated for her compassionate, child-centric approach, which helps build strong trust with patients and their families. She has completed specialised training in Allergy and Asthma, enabling her to effectively manage complex respiratory disorders in children. Her academic achievements include successfully completing the Foundation of Practice and Applied Knowledge in Practice examinations of the MRCPCH conducted by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

  • A dedicated clinician with a strong academic foundation, Dr. Aanchal Khemani continues to be recognised for her excellence, including receiving the prestigious “Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award” for outstanding performance in the DCH examination. Her unwavering focus on quality care, continuous learning, and research makes her an invaluable member of the paediatric healthcare community at Manipal Hospital, Varthur Road.

  • Fellowship & Membership

  • Fellowship in Paediatric Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine (Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust, UK)
  • European Diploma in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Indian Academy of Paediatrics Registration No. L/2021/K-3200
  • IAP National Respiratory Chapter Life member No. R-01805
  • European Respiratory Society member
  • Indian Chest Society member No. L-3619
  • Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. MAH 2014 0001198 KTK
  • Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2014052466
  • General Medical Council, UK Registration No. 7996423
  • Field of Expertise

  • Asthma and Allergy.
  • Cystic Fibrosis.
  • Paediatric Sleep Medicine, including Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and other Sleep-related issues.
  • Paediatric Flexible Bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
  • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Marathi
  • Marwadi
  • Gujarati
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Gold Medalist - Diploma in Child Health, Rank 1 in the state of Maharashtra in 2017.
  • Late B.G. Deopujari Excellence Award" given by the Pediatrics Intensive Care chapter, Nagpur, in July 2017 for Academic Excellence in the D.Ch Exam.
  • Recipient of J.R.D. Tata Scholarship in First, Second, Third and Final Year MBBS.

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Patients visit Dr. Aanchal Khemani, a leading Consultant - Pediatric Pulmonology at Manipal Hospitals Varthur Road - Whitefield - Bengaluru, for expert care and advanced treatments. Known for accurate diagnoses and patient centric care, Dr. Aanchal Khemani is a trusted choice for exceptional medical support.

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