Dr. Praveen Khilnani
Senior Consultant Specialist · Medanta the Medicity
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
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)
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)
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures4 Procedures
Medicinal Management of Dehydration and Critical Infections in ChildrenAdvanced Life Support and Ventilation ManagementRespiratory Failure Management in ChildrenPaediatric and Neonatal Bronchoscopy
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries3 Procedures
Management of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)Treatment of Paediatric PulmonologyManagement of Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Practices At
Medanta the Medicity
Medanta The Medicity, Sec-38 Gurugram, Haryana 122001, India
JCI AccreditedNABH CertifiedMarlin Verified Partner
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What to Expect: Quaternary Clinical Procedures
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimally Invasive Specialty Surgery | $42,000 US/UK | $4,800 – $7,200 in India | 85% Less |
| Complex Quaternary Consultation & Workup | $4,500 US/UK | $450 – $800 in India | 84% Less |
| Advanced Robotic / Navigated Surgical Procedure | $58,000 US/UK | $6,500 – $9,800 in India | 84% Less |
| In-Hospital Specialized Recovery & Rehabilitation (7 Days) | $18,000 US/UK | $1,800 – $2,800 in India | 85% 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.
Reviews
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Praveen Khilnani provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Medanta the Medicity. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
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?
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.
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.