Dr. Chandrika Rao – Professor & Adolescent Paediatrician in Bangalore

Dr. Chandrika Rao is a Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at M.S. Ramaiah Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore. She has more than 30 years of experience in Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine.

Dr. Chandrika Rao holds qualifications including MBBS, DCH and MD in Pediatrics, along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Adolescent Medicine and a Post Graduate Diploma in Medical Law and Ethics.

She is recognized for her expertise in general paediatrics, adolescent medicine, neonatology, paediatric critical care and child health. Her clinical practice includes comprehensive care for children from infancy through adolescence.

Dr. Chandrika Rao has a particular interest in adolescent healthcare, including physical and mental health, counselling and health promotion. She has contributed to national guidance on adolescent-friendly health services as a member of an expert group associated with the Indian Academy of Pediatrics.

She has also been involved in child protection and child abuse care. Her work has included multidisciplinary assessment of children with suspected abuse and collaboration with professionals from paediatrics, psychiatry and other specialties.

She continues to provide comprehensive, age-appropriate healthcare with an emphasis on preventive care, healthy development and the physical and emotional wellbeing of children and adolescents.

Dr. Chandrika Rao has contributed to medical education, research and professional conferences. Her academic work includes publications related to adolescent health, paediatric asthma, child health and child protection.

Dr. Chandrika Rao's Paediatric Treatments

Paediatric Consultation

Comprehensive medical evaluation and management of health conditions affecting infants, children and adolescents.

Adolescent Medicine

Specialized healthcare addressing the physical, emotional, developmental and social health needs of adolescents.

Adolescent Health Care

Preventive and therapeutic healthcare focused on the unique health needs of teenagers and young people.

Neonatal Care

Medical care and monitoring for newborn babies, including assessment of newborn health and selected neonatal conditions.

Paediatric Critical Care

Specialized evaluation and management of children requiring close monitoring and advanced medical care.

Child Development and Growth Monitoring

Regular assessment of physical growth, development and age-appropriate milestones in children.

Immunization

Age-appropriate vaccination and preventive healthcare for infants, children and adolescents.

Child Guidance

Support and counselling for selected behavioural, developmental and emotional concerns affecting children.

Child Abuse Care

Multidisciplinary assessment and supportive medical care for children with suspected abuse or safeguarding concerns.

Adolescent Mental Health

Assessment and supportive care for selected emotional, behavioural and mental health concerns affecting adolescents.

Adolescent Physical Health

Comprehensive assessment and management of physical health concerns during adolescence.

Behavioural Counselling

Guidance for selected behavioural, developmental and psychosocial concerns in children and adolescents.