Dr. Rashmi Jeenakeri
Senior Consultant Specialist · Apollo Hospital
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore• View Hospital★ Neonatal Sepsis Management37+ Yrs. Experience
MBBSDNB (Paediatrics)MRCPCH
Quick Facts
- Department
- Neonatal Sepsis Management
- Qualifications
- MBBS, DNB (Paediatrics), MRCPCH
- Experience
- 37+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Rashmi Jeenakeri
Dr. Rashmi Jeenakeri is a Neonatologist at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru (Sheshadripuram/Bannerghatta network), with over 37 years of specialised experience in neonatal care. Her core specialities include the care of premature and critically ill newborns, general paediatrics, and complex neonatal condition management, backed by extensive UK-based training. She treats anaemia and sepsis in newborns and manages complex conditions affecting infants during their most vulnerable early days. Dr. Jeenakeri completed her MBBS at JJM Medical College, Davangere, in 1997, followed by a DNB in Paediatrics and membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH), UK. She gained further training as a Senior Resident in Neonatology at Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore, and completed a Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiology at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, UK, along with several Senior House Officer roles across UK neonatal and paediatric units.
Education & Qualifications
MBBS — JJM Medical College, Davangere (1997)
DNB (Paediatrics)
MRCPCH — Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, UK
Clinical Career Timeline
Neonatologist — Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru
Senior Resident, Neonatology — Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore (May 2002-March 2003)
Clinical Fellow, Paediatric Cardiology — Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, UK (Sept 2003-Feb 2004)
Senior House Officer, General Paediatrics and Neonates — Wordsley Hospital, Stourbridge, UK (2004)
Senior House Officer, Tertiary Neonates — Heartlands Hospital, Birmingham, UK (2004-2005)
Senior House Officer, Paediatrics and Neonates — Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend, UK (2005-2006)
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
2nd Prize for case presentation at IAP- Regional Respiratory chapter (2000) – Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis.
Published research on respiratory outcomes in infants with meconium aspiration who received total body hypothermia.
Languages Spoken
EnglishHindi🌐 Multilingual Interpreter Support Available (Arabic, Russian, French)
Treatments Performed
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Core Speciality
Neonatal Sepsis Management
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Core Speciality
Paediatric Cardiology
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Core Speciality
General Paediatrics
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Core Speciality
Premature & Critical Newborn Care
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Core Speciality
Neonatology
Interventional & Quaternary Procedures3 Procedures
Care of premature and critically ill newbornsAnaemia in newborns treatmentSepsis in newborns management
Advanced Diagnostics & Specialized Surgeries2 Procedures
Complex neonatal condition managementGeneral paediatric care
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore
Bannerghatta Main Road, IIM Opposite, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar Bangalore Karnataka 560076 India
JCI AccreditedNABH CertifiedMarlin Verified Partner
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What to Expect: Heart & Vascular Sciences
Comparative Benchmarks · India vs US / UKSave 70% – 85% in India
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | India Package Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG - Beating Heart) | $48,000 US/UK | $5,200 – $7,800 in India | 85% Less |
| Coronary Angioplasty with Drug-Eluting Stents (DES) | $28,000 US/UK | $3,800 – $5,200 in India | 83% Less |
| Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR / TAVI) | $70,000 US/UK | $8,500 – $14,000 in India | 82% Less |
| Permanent Pacemaker / ICD Implantation | $24,000 US/UK | $3,500 – $5,500 in India | 80% 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. Rashmi Jeenakeri 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 Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
1Q: What does Dr. Rashmi Jeenakeri specialise in?
Ans: She specialises in neonatology, focusing on premature and critically ill newborns, alongside general paediatrics.
2Q: How many years of experience does Dr. Jeenakeri have?
Ans: She has over 17 years of specialised experience in neonatology.
3Q: Where did Dr. Jeenakeri train internationally?
Ans: She trained extensively in the UK, including a fellowship in paediatric cardiology at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children.
4Q: Does Dr. Jeenakeri treat sepsis in newborns?
Ans: Yes, sepsis in newborns is one of the neonatal conditions she manages regularly.