Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni

Chief Consultant Neonatologist and Head of the Department of Pediatrics & Neonatology

Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni is a distinguished neonatologist, accomplished educator, and dedicated researcher with an impressive educational journey. Graduating as a University Gold Medallist from the Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, he went on to earn MD Pediatrics and DM Neonatology degrees from the reputed PGIMER, Chandigarh. As the Chief Consultant Neonatologist and Head of the Department of Pediatrics & Neonatology, Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni is recognized for his trustworthiness and unwavering dedication. With a rich academic background and training from renowned institutions, he strongly believes in the power of collaborative teamwork at various system levels.

His clinical expertise shines as he specializes in Neonatology, serving for over 9 years. Presently, he leads a Level 3 NICU department at a prestigious teaching institute, providing in-patient care to newborns and managing high-risk deliveries. His leadership extends to various hospital committees, including Infection Control, Antibiotic Stewardship, and Research Ethics.

Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni possesses additional skills in neonatal functional echocardiography, point-of-care bedside ultrasound (including Neurosonography), and advanced neonatal procedures. His teaching prowess is commendable, with years of experience in clinical teaching to MD/DNB Pediatrics and DrNB Neonatology students. He also offers guidance for DNB theses and Fellowship projects and is a recognized National Faculty for training doctors and nurses in the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme (NRP). Furthermore, he is actively engaged in research, serving as a distinguished faculty member at national and international conferences and contributing to numerous publications in reputable journals.

Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni's academic journey is marked by an extraordinary distinction - never having to retake an exam, be it university assessments, National entrance exams for UG/ PG/ Superspeciality entrance exams all of which cracked in first attempt and Double/single digit rank - a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence in the field of Medicine, Pediatrics and Neonatology. Dr. Vinay V Kulkarni is a true embodiment of medical proficiency, compassion, mentorship, and relentless exploration in the realm of neonatal medicine and research.