Dr. Nirmala M.A

Dr. Nirmala M A is a highly skilled and dedicated pulmonologist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospitals Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology. Her career is marked by a strong commitment to achieving clinical excellence and staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field of pulmonary medicine and critical care. Her extensive expertise encompasses various respiratory conditions and procedures. She has received hands-on training in bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), transbronchial lung biopsy, endobronchial biopsy, thoracoscopy, and pleural biopsy. With four years of experience in chest tube insertion, blind pleural biopsy, and thoracentesis, she is well-versed in managing complex cases in the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU).

The medical journey of Dr. Nirmala began at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, where she completed her MBBS. Following her rotational internship at Chettinad Hospital, Dr. Nirmala embarked on a junior residency in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai. Her passion for respiratory medicine led her to specialise further, earning an MD in Respiratory Medicine from Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital and Research Institute, followed by a DNB in Respiratory Medicine from Bombay Hospital. She also holds prestigious fellowships in Allergy and Immunology from the National Allergy Institute and in Sleep Medicine and Sleep-Associated Disorders from St. John’s Medical College and Hospital.

In her previous role as a Senior Resident and faculty in charge of the COVID ICU, Dr. Nirmala gained invaluable experience managing critical respiratory cases during the pandemic. She played a pivotal role in training junior residents, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff, ensuring the highest standards of care in a challenging environment. Her expertise in managing respiratory emergencies extended to her turning into a Senior Specialist in Intervention Pulmonology, Allergy, Immunology, and Sleep Medicine. She has also become an integral part of the Lung Transplant team.

Dr. Nirmala's extensive involvement in the lung transplant team for two years has equipped her with the skills to manage pre- and post-transplant patients, including handling complications such as ECMO management, graft dysfunction, and graft rejection. Dr. Nirmala has also been instrumental in advancing the field of allergy and immunology. She established allergy testing protocols, including skin prick testing, and initiated a Severe Asthma Clinic that offers cutting-edge treatments with monoclonal antibodies for severe asthma and allergic rhinitis.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Nirmala is deeply involved in academic activities. She has trained various groups, including undergraduate and postgraduate MBBS students, nursing staff, physiotherapy students, and residents in Respiratory Medicine. Her passion for teaching and sharing knowledge is evident in her active participation in conferences and workshops. Dr. Nirmala has presented posters and cases at national conferences such as NAPCON and ACINUS, where she has also been recognised for her contributions. Dr. Nirmala is also an accomplished researcher with several publications to her name.

Dr. Nirmala M A is a highly skilled and dedicated pulmonologist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospitals Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology. Her career is marked by a strong commitment to achieving clinical excellence and staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field of pulmonary medicine and critical care. Her extensive expertise encompasses various respiratory conditions and procedures. She has received hands-on training in bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), transbronchial lung biopsy, endobronchial biopsy, thoracoscopy, and pleural biopsy. With four years of experience in chest tube insertion, blind pleural biopsy, and thoracentesis, she is well-versed in managing complex cases in the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU).

The medical journey of Dr. Nirmala began at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, where she completed her MBBS. Following her rotational internship at Chettinad Hospital, Dr. Nirmala embarked on a junior residency in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai. Her passion for respiratory medicine led her to specialise further, earning an MD in Respiratory Medicine from Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital and Research Institute, followed by a DNB in Respiratory Medicine from Bombay Hospital. She also holds prestigious fellowships in Allergy and Immunology from the National Allergy Institute and in Sleep Medicine and Sleep-Associated Disorders from St. John’s Medical College and Hospital.

In her previous role as a Senior Resident and faculty in charge of the COVID ICU, Dr. Nirmala gained invaluable experience managing critical respiratory cases during the pandemic. She played a pivotal role in training junior residents, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff, ensuring the highest standards of care in a challenging environment. Her expertise in managing respiratory emergencies extended to her turning into a Senior Specialist in Intervention Pulmonology, Allergy, Immunology, and Sleep Medicine. She has also become an integral part of the Lung Transplant team.

Dr. Nirmala's extensive involvement in the lung transplant team for two years has equipped her with the skills to manage pre- and post-transplant patients, including handling complications such as ECMO management, graft dysfunction, and graft rejection. Dr. Nirmala has also been instrumental in advancing the field of allergy and immunology. She established allergy testing protocols, including skin prick testing, and initiated a Severe Asthma Clinic that offers cutting-edge treatments with monoclonal antibodies for severe asthma and allergic rhinitis.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Nirmala is deeply involved in academic activities. She has trained various groups, including undergraduate and postgraduate MBBS students, nursing staff, physiotherapy students, and residents in Respiratory Medicine. Her passion for teaching and sharing knowledge is evident in her active participation in conferences and workshops. Dr. Nirmala has presented posters and cases at national conferences such as NAPCON and ACINUS, where she has also been recognised for her contributions. Dr. Nirmala is also an accomplished researcher with several publications to her name.

Dr. Nirmala M A is a highly skilled and dedicated pulmonologist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospitals Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology. Her career is marked by a strong commitment to achieving clinical excellence and staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field of pulmonary medicine and critical care. Her extensive expertise encompasses various respiratory conditions and procedures. She has received hands-on training in bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), transbronchial lung biopsy, endobronchial biopsy, thoracoscopy, and pleural biopsy. With four years of experience in chest tube insertion, blind pleural biopsy, and thoracentesis, she is well-versed in managing complex cases in the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU).

The medical journey of Dr. Nirmala began at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, where she completed her MBBS. Following her rotational internship at Chettinad Hospital, Dr. Nirmala embarked on a junior residency in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai. Her passion for respiratory medicine led her to specialise further, earning an MD in Respiratory Medicine from Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital and Research Institute, followed by a DNB in Respiratory Medicine from Bombay Hospital. She also holds prestigious fellowships in Allergy and Immunology from the National Allergy Institute and in Sleep Medicine and Sleep-Associated Disorders from St. John’s Medical College and Hospital.

In her previous role as a Senior Resident and faculty in charge of the COVID ICU, Dr. Nirmala gained invaluable experience managing critical respiratory cases during the pandemic. She played a pivotal role in training junior residents, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff, ensuring the highest standards of care in a challenging environment. Her expertise in managing respiratory emergencies extended to her turning into a Senior Specialist in Intervention Pulmonology, Allergy, Immunology, and Sleep Medicine. She has also become an integral part of the Lung Transplant team.

Dr. Nirmala's extensive involvement in the lung transplant team for two years has equipped her with the skills to manage pre- and post-transplant patients, including handling complications such as ECMO management, graft dysfunction, and graft rejection. Dr. Nirmala has also been instrumental in advancing the field of allergy and immunology. She established allergy testing protocols, including skin prick testing, and initiated a Severe Asthma Clinic that offers cutting-edge treatments with monoclonal antibodies for severe asthma and allergic rhinitis.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Nirmala is deeply involved in academic activities. She has trained various groups, including undergraduate and postgraduate MBBS students, nursing staff, physiotherapy students, and residents in Respiratory Medicine. Her passion for teaching and sharing knowledge is evident in her active participation in conferences and workshops. Dr. Nirmala has presented posters and cases at national conferences such as NAPCON and ACINUS, where she has also been recognised for her contributions. Dr. Nirmala is also an accomplished researcher with several publications to her name.

Dr. Nirmala M A is a highly skilled and dedicated pulmonologist in Bangalore. She is currently practising at Manipal Hospitals Hebbal, Bangalore, as a Consultant in Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonology. Her career is marked by a strong commitment to achieving clinical excellence and staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field of pulmonary medicine and critical care. Her extensive expertise encompasses various respiratory conditions and procedures. She has received hands-on training in bronchoscopy, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), transbronchial lung biopsy, endobronchial biopsy, thoracoscopy, and pleural biopsy. With four years of experience in chest tube insertion, blind pleural biopsy, and thoracentesis, she is well-versed in managing complex cases in the Respiratory Intensive Care Unit (RICU).

The medical journey of Dr. Nirmala began at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, where she completed her MBBS. Following her rotational internship at Chettinad Hospital, Dr. Nirmala embarked on a junior residency in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai. Her passion for respiratory medicine led her to specialise further, earning an MD in Respiratory Medicine from Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital and Research Institute, followed by a DNB in Respiratory Medicine from Bombay Hospital. She also holds prestigious fellowships in Allergy and Immunology from the National Allergy Institute and in Sleep Medicine and Sleep-Associated Disorders from St. John’s Medical College and Hospital.

In her previous role as a Senior Resident and faculty in charge of the COVID ICU, Dr. Nirmala gained invaluable experience managing critical respiratory cases during the pandemic. She played a pivotal role in training junior residents, respiratory therapists, and nursing staff, ensuring the highest standards of care in a challenging environment. Her expertise in managing respiratory emergencies extended to her turning into a Senior Specialist in Intervention Pulmonology, Allergy, Immunology, and Sleep Medicine. She has also become an integral part of the Lung Transplant team.

Dr. Nirmala's extensive involvement in the lung transplant team for two years has equipped her with the skills to manage pre- and post-transplant patients, including handling complications such as ECMO management, graft dysfunction, and graft rejection. Dr. Nirmala has also been instrumental in advancing the field of allergy and immunology. She established allergy testing protocols, including skin prick testing, and initiated a Severe Asthma Clinic that offers cutting-edge treatments with monoclonal antibodies for severe asthma and allergic rhinitis.

In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Nirmala is deeply involved in academic activities. She has trained various groups, including undergraduate and postgraduate MBBS students, nursing staff, physiotherapy students, and residents in Respiratory Medicine. Her passion for teaching and sharing knowledge is evident in her active participation in conferences and workshops. Dr. Nirmala has presented posters and cases at national conferences such as NAPCON and ACINUS, where she has also been recognised for her contributions. Dr. Nirmala is also an accomplished researcher with several publications to her name.