Pediatric
Associate Consultant Pediatrician & Neonatology Specialist23 Years
Fortis Hospital
Bangalore
Dr. Preetham V Hooli is an experienced Pediatrician and Neonatology Specialist in Bangalore with 23 years of specialist experience, as listed by Fortis Healthcare. He provides medical care for newborn babies, infants, children and adolescents, with clinical expertise in neonatal and pediatric intensive care.
He is associated with Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, where he is listed as an Associate Consultant in Paediatrics and Neonatology. His professional interests include neonatal resuscitation, pediatric airway management, ventilatory support and the monitoring of critically ill newborns and children.
Dr. Preetham V Hooli completed his MBBS from Kuvempu University, Karnataka, in 1996 and Diploma in Child Health from Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College, Gulbarga, in 2001, according to his Practo profile. Fortis Healthcare also lists a DNB qualification, for which additional educational details require confirmation.
His clinical experience includes neonatal and pediatric resuscitation, management of airway emergencies, central and peripheral vascular access procedures, ventilatory support and clinical decision-making for patients admitted to neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.
Dr. Preetham V Hooli also provides pediatric medical care for common childhood health concerns such as fever, infections, feeding difficulties and nutritional concerns. Medical evaluation may involve physical examination, review of medical history, diagnostic investigations and individualized treatment planning.
Neonatal care is an important part of his practice, particularly the monitoring and management of newborns requiring specialized medical attention. Newborn treatment may involve respiratory support, evaluation of feeding and hydration, infection monitoring and management of conditions requiring hospital observation.
His published professional listings also include Kaade Hospital, Rajajinagar, Bangalore. Parents seeking medical guidance for newborn care, recurring childhood fever, respiratory symptoms, feeding concerns or other pediatric health conditions can consult a qualified pediatrician for appropriate evaluation.
For families searching for a Pediatrician, Neonatology Specialist, Newborn Care Doctor or Child Specialist in Bangalore, Dr. Preetham V Hooli provides pediatric and neonatal medical expertise, including the management of critically ill infants and children.
Dr. Preetham V Hooli provides pediatric medical care for infants, children and adolescents. Consultations may include the evaluation of childhood illnesses, physical examination, growth assessment and individualized treatment recommendations.
Neonatology focuses on the medical care of newborn babies, particularly those born prematurely or requiring specialist hospital support. Dr. Preetham V Hooli has experience in monitoring and managing newborns requiring neonatal intensive care.
Newborn care includes monitoring feeding, body weight, temperature, hydration, jaundice and other aspects of early infant health. Additional medical attention may be needed for newborns experiencing breathing or feeding difficulties.
Neonatal Intensive Care Units provide specialist medical support for critically ill or premature newborns. Dr. Preetham V Hooli has experience in neonatal monitoring, airway management, ventilation and clinical decision-making in intensive care settings.
Pediatric Intensive Care involves close monitoring and advanced treatment for children with serious illnesses or medical emergencies. Care may include respiratory support, intravenous treatment and continuous observation of vital functions.
Neonatal resuscitation involves immediate medical interventions for newborns experiencing difficulty establishing breathing or circulation after birth. Dr. Preetham V Hooli lists neonatal resuscitation among his clinical areas of expertise.
Pediatric resuscitation involves emergency assessment and life-support measures for seriously ill children. Treatment is performed by trained healthcare professionals using age-appropriate resuscitation protocols.
Airway management focuses on maintaining adequate breathing in newborns and children who require respiratory assistance. Dr. Preetham V Hooli has documented clinical experience in neonatal and pediatric airway procedures.
Mechanical ventilation supports breathing in selected critically ill newborns. Neonatal ventilatory management requires careful monitoring of oxygen levels, breathing parameters and the infant's overall clinical condition.
Pediatric ventilatory support may be required when a child cannot maintain adequate breathing independently. Treatment depends on the cause of respiratory failure and is provided in an appropriately equipped hospital setting.
Premature newborns may require additional support for feeding, temperature regulation, breathing and growth. Neonatal care involves monitoring for complications and supporting development according to individual medical needs.
Babies born with low birth weight may require additional nutritional assessment, feeding support and monitoring of growth. Some infants need specialized neonatal care depending on gestational age and associated complications.
Newborn jaundice causes yellowing of the skin and eyes due to elevated bilirubin levels. Treatment depends on the baby's age, bilirubin measurements and other risk factors and may include phototherapy when medically indicated.
Phototherapy uses specialized light to help reduce bilirubin levels in newborns with significant jaundice. The decision to begin treatment is based on bilirubin levels, age after birth, gestational age and other clinical considerations.
Fever in children may occur due to viral infections, bacterial infections or other medical conditions. Pediatric assessment helps determine the cause and the need for supportive care, medication or further investigations.
Most uncomplicated viral fevers in children improve with suitable supportive care and adequate fluids. Infants younger than three months with a temperature of 38°C or above require prompt medical assessment.
Childhood infections may affect the respiratory tract, digestive system, urinary tract or other body systems. Treatment depends on the underlying cause, the child's age and the severity of symptoms.
Respiratory infections in children may cause cough, fever, nasal congestion and breathing difficulties. Medical evaluation helps distinguish mild illnesses from conditions requiring additional monitoring or hospital treatment.
Pneumonia is an infection affecting the lungs and may cause fever, cough, rapid breathing and respiratory distress. Management depends on the cause and severity and may include medication, oxygen support or hospitalization.
Dehydration in children can occur following diarrhea, vomiting, fever or reduced fluid intake. Management may include oral rehydration solutions or intravenous fluids depending on the degree of dehydration.
Diarrhea and vomiting in children may result from gastrointestinal infections or other conditions. Assessment focuses on hydration, nutritional intake and identifying symptoms requiring further medical care.
Pediatric nutritional assessment evaluates feeding patterns, body weight, growth and dietary intake. Appropriate guidance can support healthy development and identify nutritional deficiencies or feeding concerns.
Infant feeding guidance addresses breastfeeding, formula feeding when appropriate, feeding difficulties and the introduction of complementary foods. Recommendations depend on the baby's age, nutritional needs and medical condition.
Pediatric growth monitoring includes tracking height, weight and age-appropriate developmental milestones. Regular assessment helps identify possible growth or developmental concerns that require further evaluation.
Childhood immunization helps protect children against several preventable infectious diseases. Vaccination planning follows appropriate national recommendations and considers the child's age, health and previous vaccination history.
Pediatric emergency care involves urgent evaluation and stabilization of children experiencing serious medical conditions. Dr. Preetham V Hooli has documented expertise in pediatric resuscitation, airway management and intensive care support.
MBBS, DNB
Fortis Hospital
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Preetham V Hooli
A newborn may require Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) admission for premature birth, breathing difficulties, severe infection, significant jaundice, low blood sugar or other complications. Admission depends on the baby's clinical condition and the level of medical support required.
Premature babies with respiratory difficulties may require oxygen, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), surfactant therapy or mechanical ventilation. Treatment depends on gestational age, lung maturity and the severity of breathing problems.
Many cases of newborn jaundice resolve naturally, but babies with significant bilirubin elevation may require phototherapy. Severe cases occasionally require more intensive treatment. Management depends on the baby's age, gestational age and bilirubin level.
A temperature of 38°C or higher in a baby younger than three months requires prompt medical evaluation. In older children, difficulty breathing, poor responsiveness, dehydration, seizures or other serious symptoms are reasons to seek urgent medical care.
Pediatric pneumonia treatment depends on whether the infection is bacterial, viral or caused by another condition. Treatment may involve antibiotics when appropriate, supportive care, hydration and oxygen or hospitalization for severe illness.
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