Dr. Praveen Khilnani

Q: Q2. What areas does the doctor specialise in?

Dr. Khilnani has an in-depth expertise in Pediatrics Critical Care Management, Paediatric Pulmonology, and Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU). His specialization in practice includes management of Acute Respiratory Failure in children, use of life support equipment and ventilators, and conducting highly-specialized procedures such as pediatric/neonatal Bronchoscopy to manage serious airway disorders.

Q: Q3. What international training and unique distinctions does Dr. Khilnani hold?

He went through extensive training as a fellow in Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiac Critical Care, and Newborn Intensive Care at Harvard University’s Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital. Most importantly, he won the title of Master of Critical Care Medicine (MCCM) for his outstanding professional standards and scholarly achievements. He is currently the first Indian doctor who has been awarded this ultimate honor from the American College of Critical Care Medicine.

Senior Consultant Specialist

Medanta the Medicity• View Hospital

★ Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in Children20+ Yrs. Experience

MBBS , Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), University of Delhi, India, 1978MDDiploma in Paediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics, USA, 1989Fellowship in Pediatric & Cardiac Critical Care , Massachusetts General Hospital & Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, USA, 1988

Quick Facts

Department: Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in Children
Qualifications: MBBS , Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), University of Delhi, India, 1978, MD, Diploma in Paediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics, USA, 1989
Experience: 20+ Years
Hospital: Medanta the Medicity
Location: Delhi NCR, India
International Support: Visa Assistance & Interpreters

Overview

About Dr. Praveen Khilnani

Dr. Praveen Khilnani is one of the most renowned paediatricians, pediatric intensivists, and pulmonologists worldwide with more than four decades of remarkable clinical experience. Presently occupying the position of Chairman of Paediatrics, Paediatric Critical Care, and Paediatric Pulmonology at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, Dr. Khilnani is considered to be a pioneering figure of pediatric critical care in India. What makes the career of this physician unique is his dedication to improving the standard of care of critically ill children and babies. Over 40 years of experience in the medicine has allowed Dr. Khilnani to set up, develop, and lead Advanced Pediatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs) in India, UAE, and the United States.

Education & Qualifications

MBBS , Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), University of Delhi, India, 1978

MD – Anaesthesiology , All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 1983

Diploma in Paediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics, USA, 1989

Fellowship in Pediatric & Cardiac Critical Care , Massachusetts General Hospital & Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, USA, 1988–1990

Clinical Career Timeline

Chairman – Paediatrics, Paediatric Critical Care & Paediatric Pulmonology at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, Present

Director – Pediatric Critical Care & Pulmonology at Madhukar Rainbow Children's Hospital, New Delhi

Senior Consultant and Head of Pediatric ICU at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

Senior Consultant & Head of Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Mediclinic City Hospital, Dubai, UAE

Accreditations & Professional Memberships

Master of Critical Care Medicine (MCCM) , American College of Critical Care Medicine, 2018 (He is the first and only Indian physician to receive this distinguished global honour)

Vishisht Chikitsa Ratan Award , Indian Medical Association, 2012 (Awarded for his immense contribution to Pediatric Critical Care Education in India)

Fellow (FCCM) , American College of Critical Care Medicine, USA

Fellow (FICCM) , Indian College of Critical Care Medicine, 2012

Founder Chairman , Pediatric Section of the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM), 2000

Member , American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and AAP Critical Care Division

Member , World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS)

Member , Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM)

Languages Spoken

EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)

Procedures

Treatments Performed

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Core Speciality

Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in Children

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Core Speciality

Advanced Life Support and Ventilation Management

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Core Speciality

Paediatric and Neonatal Bronchoscopy

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Core Speciality

Management of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU):

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Core Speciality

Treatment of Paediatric Pulmonology

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Core Speciality

Management of Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Pediatrics Care Procedures & Surgeries7 Procedures

Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in ChildrenAdvanced Life Support and Ventilation ManagementRespiratory Failure Management in ChildrenPaediatric and Neonatal BronchoscopyManagement of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)Treatment of Paediatric PulmonologyManagement of Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Clinical Specializations & Areas of Focus1 Procedures

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Hospitals

Practices At

Medanta the Medicity

Medanta The Medicity, Sec-38 Gurugram, Haryana 122001, India

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Cost Guidance

What to Expect: Pediatrics Care at Medanta the Medicity

Comparative Benchmarks · Medanta the Medicity vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India

Procedure	US / UK Estimate	Medanta the Medicity Package	Savings
Bone CancerEstimated Stay: 10	$400 US/UK	$100 in IndiaHospital Rate	75% Less
Cardiac ArrestEstimated Stay: 20	$800 US/UK	$200 in IndiaHospital Rate	75% Less
Total Hip ReplacementEstimated Stay: 5-7	$84,000 US/UK	$20,000 in IndiaHospital Rate	76% Less
Brain StrokeEstimated Stay: 54	$800 US/UK	$200 in IndiaHospital Rate	75% Less

Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.

Patient Feedback

Reviews (2)

4.9

(2 reviews)

Amara Okafor

Visited for Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in Children · Aug 2024

“Dr. Praveen Khilnani provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”

Kareem Al-Mansoor

Visited for Specialist Consultation · May 2024

“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Medanta the Medicity. Highly recommended for international patients.”

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Frequently Asked Question

Q1. What is Dr. Praveen Khilnani's professional background?▼

Dr. Praveen Khilnani is an extremely respected pediatric intensivist and pulmonologist who has been practicing for over 40 years. He received his education from the best institutions in India, MAMC and AIIMS, and went on to do fellowships in pediatric critical care at Harvard Medical School, USA. He is known to be one of the main founders of the field of pediatric critical care in India and is presently heading the department at Medanta – The Medicity.

Q2. What areas does the doctor specialise in?▼

Q3. What international training and unique distinctions does Dr. Khilnani hold?▼