Pulmonology
Senior Consultant – Pulmonology10+ years
Fortis Hospitals
Mumbai
Dr. Manas Mengar is a Senior Consultant Pulmonologist associated with KIMS Hospitals, Thane, and is also listed at Jupiter Hospital, Thane. He specialises in interventional pulmonology, respiratory and critical care medicine, and sleep-related breathing disorders. KIMS reports more than 10 years of experience in pulmonary medicine, while another hospital source reports 15 years of clinical practice.
Dr. Mengar holds an MBBS from Rural Medical College, Loni, followed by a DNB in Pulmonary Medicine from KEM Hospital, Pune. He completed his DM in Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi. His additional credentials include MRCP Respiratory, EDARM and fellowship training in bronchoscopy at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
His principal area of expertise is interventional pulmonology. He performs specialised respiratory procedures such as diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, transbronchial needle aspiration and medical thoracoscopy. These techniques help evaluate lung and airway conditions, obtain tissue samples and manage selected airway abnormalities.
Dr. Manas Mengar also manages complex respiratory conditions, including severe asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, drug-resistant tuberculosis, bronchiectasis, interstitial lung diseases, pulmonary hypertension and pleural disorders. His approach involves detailed respiratory assessment, pulmonary function testing and individualised medical or procedural treatment when appropriate.
Sleep medicine is another important area of his clinical expertise. He received specialist training under Prof. Dr. J. C. Suri and manages sleep-related breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnoea. Evaluation may involve sleep studies and treatment with positive airway pressure devices for appropriately selected patients.
Dr. Mengar has advanced experience in critical care pulmonology and respiratory failure management. His training includes mechanical ventilation and ELSO-certified Adult ECMO education. He has participated in respiratory medicine research, medical conferences and educational activities, receiving academic distinctions during postgraduate training. Patients seeking specialist lung, airway, critical care or sleep-related consultation in Thane and Mumbai may consult him for diagnostic assessment and individualised treatment planning.
Diagnostic bronchoscopy is a procedure used to examine the airways using a thin flexible or rigid instrument with a camera. It may help investigate persistent cough, abnormal imaging findings, airway obstruction or suspected infection. Samples can be collected for laboratory examination when clinically indicated.
Therapeutic bronchoscopy is used to treat selected conditions affecting the trachea and bronchi. Procedures may include removal of airway secretions, foreign bodies or obstructing tissue, as well as treatment of airway narrowing. Suitability depends on airway anatomy, disease severity and patient stability.
Endobronchial Ultrasound combines bronchoscopy with ultrasound imaging to examine structures around the airways. It is commonly used to evaluate enlarged chest lymph nodes and assist with tissue sampling. EBUS can help investigate suspected lung cancer, certain infections and other mediastinal conditions.
Transbronchial Needle Aspiration obtains tissue or cell samples from selected structures near the airways using a needle passed through a bronchoscope. It may be performed with ultrasound guidance. The samples can help diagnose infections, inflammatory conditions and certain cancers.
Medical thoracoscopy uses an endoscope introduced into the pleural space to examine the lining around the lungs. It may be recommended for unexplained pleural effusion or suspected pleural disease. The procedure can allow direct visualisation, tissue biopsy and selected therapeutic interventions.
Airway stenting involves placing a specialised tube inside a narrowed or obstructed airway to help maintain airflow. It may be considered for selected patients with airway compression or strictures. Detailed assessment is required because stents can cause complications and may need further monitoring or intervention.
Airway tumour debulking involves reducing obstructing tumour tissue within the airway using specialised bronchoscopic techniques. It may help relieve breathing difficulties in selected cases. The procedure is often part of a multidisciplinary treatment plan and does not necessarily replace definitive cancer treatment.
Severe asthma involves persistent symptoms or attacks despite appropriate conventional treatment. Specialist evaluation reviews inhaler technique, treatment adherence, environmental triggers and inflammatory characteristics. Additional therapies may be considered for eligible patients, including selected biologic medicines and other personalised approaches.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a long-term lung condition characterised by airflow limitation, breathlessness and sometimes chronic cough. Management may include inhaled medication, smoking cessation, vaccinations, pulmonary rehabilitation and oxygen therapy for selected patients. Treatment is adjusted according to symptoms and disease severity.
Drug-resistant tuberculosis occurs when tuberculosis bacteria are resistant to one or more standard medicines. Treatment requires appropriate laboratory testing and specialised multidrug regimens based on current guidelines. Careful monitoring is needed to assess effectiveness, manage side effects and support treatment completion.
Interstitial lung diseases are a group of disorders affecting the tissues surrounding the air sacs of the lungs. Symptoms may include progressive breathlessness and dry cough. Evaluation can involve lung function tests, high-resolution CT imaging and additional investigations, with treatment tailored to the underlying cause.
Bronchiectasis is a chronic condition involving abnormal widening of the airways, often causing recurrent infections and mucus production. Management may include airway clearance techniques, appropriate antibiotics, vaccinations and treatment of underlying conditions. Regular follow-up helps assess symptoms and prevent exacerbations.
Pulmonary hypertension involves elevated pressure in the pulmonary circulation and can cause breathlessness, fatigue and reduced exercise capacity. Evaluation may include echocardiography, imaging and specialised investigations. Treatment depends on the type and underlying cause, with some patients requiring care in specialised pulmonary hypertension centres.
Obstructive sleep apnoea involves repeated narrowing or collapse of the upper airway during sleep. Symptoms may include loud snoring, witnessed breathing pauses and daytime sleepiness. Diagnosis commonly involves sleep testing, with treatment options including positive airway pressure therapy and other interventions selected according to severity.
Sleep studies help identify breathing disturbances and other abnormalities during sleep. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure therapy uses controlled air pressure to keep the airway open in selected patients with obstructive sleep apnoea. Effective treatment requires appropriate device settings, mask fitting and follow-up monitoring.
Respiratory failure occurs when the lungs cannot adequately oxygenate blood or remove carbon dioxide. Management depends on the underlying cause and may involve oxygen, non-invasive ventilation, invasive mechanical ventilation or specialised critical care support. Severe cases require prompt hospital-based assessment and treatment.
MBBS, DNB (Pulmonary Medicine), DM (Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine)
Diagnostic Bronchoscopy, Therapeutic Bronchoscopy, Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), Transbronchial Needle Aspiration (TBNA), Medical Thoracoscopy, Pleuroscopy, Airway Stenting, Airway Tumour Debulking, Asthma Management, Severe COPD Treatment, Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Management, Interstitial Lung Disease, Bronchiectasis Management, Pulmonary Hypertension Evaluation, Pleural Effusion Management, Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Evaluation, Sleep Study, CPAP Therapy, Respiratory Failure Management, Critical Care Pulmonology.
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Manas Mengar
Dr. Manas Mengar is a Pulmonologist, Intensivist and Sleep Medicine Specialist associated with KIMS Hospitals and Jupiter Hospital in Thane.
His qualifications include MBBS, DNB Pulmonary Medicine, DM Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, MRCP Respiratory, EDARM and advanced bronchoscopic training.
KIMS reports 10+ years, while Navkaar Hospitals reports 15 years. The current total requires confirmation.
Yes. Diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy are among his principal documented areas of expertise.
Yes. EBUS and transbronchial needle aspiration are described by Jupiter Hospital and his professional website.
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