Pulmonology
Dr. Pooja Bajaj – Pulmonologist and Respiratory Medicine Specialist in Bangalore12 years of overall medical experience
Manipal Hospitals
Bengaluru
Dr. Pooja Bajaj is a pulmonologist and respiratory medicine specialist in Bangalore, currently serving as Associate Consultant – Respiratory Medicine & Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road. She has 12 years of overall medical experience, according to her published professional profiles. Her clinical interests include asthma, respiratory allergies, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung diseases (ILD), tuberculosis and sleep-related breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnoea.
Dr. Pooja Bajaj completed her MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, followed by MD in Respiratory Medicine from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka. She also holds a specialised Certification in Allergy and Immunotherapy. Her training supports the assessment and management of respiratory conditions, including allergic airway diseases and chronic lung disorders.
As an asthma specialist in Bangalore, Dr. Pooja provides evaluation and long-term management for patients with bronchial asthma, allergic asthma and recurrent breathing difficulties. Her experience includes managing allergy and asthma clinics, identifying respiratory triggers, optimising inhaler therapy and helping patients understand preventive measures. She also provides consultations for allergic rhinitis and other respiratory allergies.
Dr. Pooja has specialised training in allergy testing and immunotherapy. Allergy evaluation may include assessment of symptoms, environmental exposures and relevant investigations. Allergen immunotherapy may be considered for selected patients with confirmed allergies after reviewing treatment suitability, expected benefits and potential risks.
Her clinical expertise includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a long-term condition that can cause breathlessness, cough and reduced exercise tolerance. She evaluates respiratory symptoms, lung function and disease severity to recommend appropriate treatment. COPD management may involve inhaler therapy, smoking cessation support, vaccination advice, pulmonary rehabilitation and regular follow-up.
Dr. Pooja also provides specialist consultations for interstitial lung diseases and pulmonary fibrosis. These conditions affect lung tissue and may cause progressive breathlessness and persistent dry cough. Evaluation can involve pulmonary function tests, high-resolution CT imaging and multidisciplinary review. Treatment depends on the specific diagnosis and the extent of lung involvement.
Another important area of her practice is tuberculosis diagnosis and management. Dr. Pooja follows evidence-based approaches to pulmonary tuberculosis treatment, monitoring medication adherence, treatment response and possible complications. She also evaluates persistent respiratory symptoms and lung problems that may remain after tuberculosis treatment.
Dr. Pooja has a particular interest in sleep-related breathing disorders, especially obstructive sleep apnoea. Her clinical approach includes assessing symptoms such as loud snoring, interrupted breathing during sleep and excessive daytime sleepiness. Sleep studies may be recommended when appropriate, followed by personalised management that can include CPAP therapy, lifestyle changes and ongoing monitoring.
In addition to treating established respiratory diseases, Dr. Pooja promotes preventive lung health. She educates patients about environmental pollution, occupational exposure, smoking-related respiratory risks and proper inhaler use. Her approach emphasises patient education, individualised treatment planning and regular follow-up for chronic respiratory conditions.
Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides pulmonology consultations at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore. Patients seeking evaluation for asthma, COPD, respiratory allergies, tuberculosis, chronic cough, breathlessness or sleep apnoea can consult her for diagnosis and treatment planning. Appointment availability and consultation fees should be confirmed directly with the hospital.
Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides assessment and long-term management of bronchial asthma. Asthma causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Treatment may include inhaled medicines, identification of triggers, inhaler technique education and regular monitoring of symptom control.
Allergic asthma may be triggered by dust mites, pollen, animal allergens and other environmental exposures. Dr. Pooja Bajaj has specialised certification in Allergy and Immunotherapy and experience managing asthma and allergy clinics. Treatment may involve trigger reduction, appropriate inhalers and selected allergy-directed therapies.
Respiratory allergy assessment helps identify possible triggers for allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates symptoms and exposure history and may recommend skin prick testing or specific IgE blood tests when appropriate. Results must be interpreted alongside the patient's clinical history.
Allergen immunotherapy is a treatment option for selected patients with clinically relevant allergies. Dr. Pooja Bajaj has additional training in Allergy and Immunotherapy. Treatment aims to modify allergic responses over time, but suitability depends on the confirmed allergen, symptoms, asthma control and other medical factors.
Allergic rhinitis can cause repeated sneezing, nasal congestion, itching and a runny nose. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates respiratory allergies and recommends appropriate management, which may include allergen avoidance, nasal medicines and immunotherapy for eligible patients.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) causes persistent airflow limitation and may lead to cough, mucus production and breathlessness. Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides COPD evaluation and long-term treatment planning. Management may include bronchodilator inhalers, lung function monitoring, pulmonary rehabilitation and preventive care.
Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are conditions commonly associated with COPD. Dr. Pooja Bajaj assesses respiratory symptoms, smoking history and pulmonary function to help determine suitable treatment. Management focuses on symptom relief, preventing exacerbations and maintaining daily activity.
Interstitial lung diseases affect the supporting tissue of the lungs and may cause progressive breathlessness and persistent dry cough. Dr. Pooja Bajaj has a documented clinical interest in ILD management. Evaluation may include high-resolution CT imaging, pulmonary function testing and multidisciplinary assessment.
Pulmonary fibrosis involves scarring of lung tissue that may interfere with oxygen transfer. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates suspected fibrotic lung disorders and helps coordinate investigations and treatment planning. Selected patients may require antifibrotic medication, pulmonary rehabilitation and ongoing monitoring.
Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides evaluation and treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis. Diagnosis may involve sputum testing, chest imaging and other investigations. Treatment requires an appropriate combination of medicines, monitoring for adverse effects and completion of the prescribed course according to current tuberculosis guidelines.
Some patients continue to experience breathlessness, cough or reduced lung function after completing tuberculosis treatment. Dr. Pooja Bajaj assesses persistent respiratory symptoms and may recommend pulmonary function testing, imaging or rehabilitation according to the patient's condition.
Obstructive sleep apnoea causes repeated episodes of upper airway obstruction during sleep. Dr. Pooja Bajaj has a particular clinical interest in diagnosing and managing sleep-related breathing disorders. Treatment may include CPAP therapy, weight management, positional measures and other appropriate interventions.
Sleep studies assess breathing patterns, oxygen levels and other physiological signals during sleep. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates patients with suspected sleep apnoea and may recommend polysomnography or another suitable sleep test. Results help determine the severity of sleep-disordered breathing and guide treatment.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy delivers pressurised air through a mask to help keep the airway open during sleep. Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides sleep apnoea management that may include CPAP initiation, patient education and follow-up to assess comfort and treatment adherence.
A persistent cough may be related to asthma, respiratory allergies, infection, reflux or other conditions. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates the duration and characteristics of cough, associated symptoms and previous investigations to identify potential causes and recommend appropriate treatment.
Pneumonia and other respiratory infections may cause fever, cough, chest discomfort and breathing difficulties. Dr. Pooja Bajaj provides respiratory medicine assessment for suspected lung infections. Management depends on the likely cause, severity, oxygen levels and relevant investigations.
Bronchiectasis is a chronic condition involving abnormal widening of the airways, often associated with recurrent infections and mucus production. Dr. Pooja Bajaj evaluates chronic respiratory symptoms and may recommend airway clearance measures, treatment of infections and long-term monitoring.
Spirometry measures airflow and is commonly used in the assessment of asthma and COPD. Dr. Pooja Bajaj uses lung function findings to support respiratory diagnosis, evaluate disease severity and monitor response to treatment. Additional pulmonary function tests may be recommended when clinically indicated.
Pulmonary rehabilitation combines supervised exercise, breathing strategies and education for selected patients with chronic respiratory disease. Dr. Pooja Bajaj incorporates rehabilitation planning into long-term management of COPD and other chronic lung conditions to support functional ability and quality of life.
Exposure to workplace dust, fumes, smoke and environmental pollutants can contribute to respiratory symptoms. Dr. Pooja Bajaj emphasises awareness of occupational and environmental triggers. Assessment includes exposure history, respiratory symptoms and investigations when needed.
MBBS, MD (TB & Respiratory Medicine), Certification in Allergy and Immunotherapy
Asthma treatment, bronchial asthma management, severe asthma assessment, allergic asthma treatment, respiratory allergy testing, skin prick allergy testing, specific IgE testing, allergen immunotherapy, allergic rhinitis treatment, COPD treatment, chronic bronchitis management, emphysema assessment, interstitial lung disease management, pulmonary fibrosis evaluation, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis assessment, tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment, post-tuberculosis lung care, obstructive sleep apnoea treatment
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Pooja Bajaj
Dr. Pooja Bajaj is an Associate Consultant in Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore. She specialises in asthma, COPD, respiratory allergies, tuberculosis, interstitial lung diseases and sleep-related breathing disorders.
She holds MBBS, MD in TB and Respiratory Medicine, and a specialised Certification in Allergy and Immunotherapy.
Her published professional profiles report 12 years of overall medical experience. She completed her MD in Respiratory Medicine in 2022.
Yes. Asthma, respiratory allergies, allergy testing and immunotherapy are among her primary areas of expertise. She has experience managing dedicated asthma and allergy clinics.
Yes. She evaluates and manages chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and interstitial lung diseases, including conditions associated with pulmonary fibrosis.
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