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The best pulmonologists for Narsingi, Hyderabad include Dr. Pradeep Simha Karur, Dr. Divyesh Kishen Waghray, Dr. Kanishka Kavuri, Dr. Kishan Srikanth Juvva and Dr. Gogineni Ratnakara Rao. Three practise at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 6 km away and two at Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, about 5 km away. Last updated: November 2026.
Narsingi is a fast-growing residential area on the western edge of Hyderabad, along the Outer Ring Road between Kokapet, Manikonda, Puppalaguda and Gandipet. It has neighbourhood clinics, but for specialist care most residents travel to nearby hospitals in Gachibowli, Nanakramguda and the Financial District, about 5 to 8 km away.
This guide lists five pulmonologists for patients in and around Narsingi. Qualifications and experience come from the hospitals’ own doctor profiles and the Apollo 24|7 directory, with patient recommendation figures from Apollo 24|7 and HexaHealth where available. All are outside Narsingi itself, so each is marked as nearby with an approximate distance. Please confirm current availability, timings and fees before you visit.
Top 5 Pulmonologists in Narsingi at a Glance
| # | Doctor | Focus | Experience / Credential |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Pradeep Simha Karur | Lung disease, sleep medicine | 20+ years |
| 2 | Dr. Divyesh Kishen Waghray | Interventional pulmonology | 12+ years |
| 3 | Dr. Kanishka Kavuri | Severe asthma, interventional | 11 years |
| 4 | Dr. Kishan Srikanth Juvva | Interventional pulmonology | 12 years |
| 5 | Dr. Gogineni Ratnakara Rao | Pulmonology | 10 years |
1. Dr. Pradeep Simha Karur — Senior Consultant Pulmonologist and Sleep Specialist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Bangalore Medical College), MRCP (UK), CCT in Respiratory Medicine (UK) |
| Experience | 20+ years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
Dr. Pradeep Simha Karur is a senior consultant pulmonologist and sleep specialist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 6 km from Narsingi, with 20+ years of experience.
He completed specialist training in respiratory medicine in Yorkshire and Manchester, UK, and treats COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, tuberculosis, lung cancer and sleep apnoea, with procedures such as bronchoscopy and EBUS.
Why choose Dr. Pradeep Simha: UK-certified respiratory specialist with two decades of experience.
2. Dr. Divyesh Kishen Waghray — Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (Kakatiya Medical College), MD Pulmonary Medicine (Kamineni), Sleep Medicine (ISDA), MRCP SCE Respiratory Medicine (UK), Fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology (IAB) |
| Experience | 12+ years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
Dr. Divyesh Kishen Waghray is a consultant interventional pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 6 km from Narsingi, with 12+ years of experience.
His work includes EBUS, navigational bronchoscopy, cryobiopsy and medical thoracoscopy, along with severe asthma, interstitial lung disease, sleep disorders and respiratory critical care.
Why choose Dr. Waghray: Advanced bronchoscopy for lung nodules and difficult diagnoses.
3. Dr. Kanishka Kavuri — Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist, Continental Hospitals
| Qualifications | MBBS (JJM Medical College), MD Pulmonary Medicine (ASRAM), DNB Respiratory Medicine (St. John’s, Bangalore), Master’s in Respiratory Medicine (UK), Fellowships in Interventional Pulmonology (London) and Severe Asthma and Allergy (St Bartholomew’s, London) |
| Experience | 11 years |
| Hospital | Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (nearby, about 6 km) |
Dr. Kanishka Kavuri is a consultant interventional pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli, about 6 km from Narsingi, with 11 years of experience.
She trained in interventional pulmonology and severe asthma in London, and her work covers EBUS biopsies, cryobiopsy, thoracoscopy, interstitial lung disease and occupational lung disease.
Why choose Dr. Kavuri: London training in severe asthma and allergy.
4. Dr. Kishan Srikanth Juvva — Pulmonologist, Apollo Hospitals Financial District
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM, Master’s in Interventional Pulmonology (University of Florence, Italy), Fellowship in Sleep Medicine |
| Experience | 12 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, Hyderabad (nearby, about 5 km) |
Dr. Kishan Srikanth Juvva is a pulmonologist at Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, about 5 km from Narsingi, with 12 years of experience.
He holds a DM and a master’s degree in interventional pulmonology from the University of Florence, Italy, with further training in sleep medicine.
Why choose Dr. Juvva: DM-qualified with European interventional training, at the nearest Apollo hospital.
5. Dr. Gogineni Ratnakara Rao — Pulmonologist, Apollo Hospitals Financial District
| Qualifications | MBBS, MD, DM; member of ATS, ERS, ICS and IAB |
| Experience | 10 years |
| Hospital | Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, Hyderabad (nearby, about 5 km) |
Dr. Gogineni Ratnakara Rao is a pulmonologist at Apollo Hospitals, Financial District, about 5 km from Narsingi, with 10 years of experience.
He holds a DM in pulmonary medicine and is a member of the American Thoracic Society, the European Respiratory Society and the Indian Chest Society.
Why choose Dr. Ratnakara Rao: DM-qualified chest physician close to Narsingi.
How to Choose the Right Pulmonologist in Narsingi
- Check the qualification: look for an MD or DNB in pulmonary or respiratory medicine, and a DM for advanced training. Interventional pulmonologists also perform bronchoscopy and EBUS biopsies.
- Match the problem: asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, tuberculosis, lung nodules and sleep apnoea are often handled by doctors with different interests.
- Look at the set-up: lung function testing, bronchoscopy, a sleep lab and an ICU with ventilator support make a big difference for serious lung disease.
- Bring your records: chest X-rays, CT scans, earlier spirometry, sputum reports and the inhalers you use help the first visit.
- Ask about inhaler technique: a good chest physician checks how you use your inhaler, because poor technique is a common reason asthma and COPD stay uncontrolled.
Symptoms That Should Not Wait
Red-Flag Alert
Go to the nearest emergency department at once for severe breathlessness, breathlessness at rest, lips or fingertips turning blue, coughing up more than a little blood, chest pain with breathing difficulty, or confusion or drowsiness in someone with a lung condition.
When to See a Doctor in Hyderabad
For a cough lasting a few weeks, mild wheeze or a chest infection, a first assessment with a general physician is a sensible start. At Suguna Clinic, Dr. Ram Kumar can examine you, listen to your chest, check oxygen levels, arrange a chest X-ray and basic tests, and refer you to a pulmonologist if needed. See also our guides on cough treatment and asthma treatment. A referral is not compulsory, and you can see a pulmonologist directly if symptoms are significant.
Areas Near Narsingi Served by These Pulmonologists
Narsingi is a growing residential area on the Outer Ring Road in west Hyderabad. The pulmonologists in this guide are also a practical choice for patients living in nearby localities such as Kokapet, Gandipet, Puppalaguda, Manikonda, Khanapur, Financial District, Nanakramguda, Neknampur and Alkapur Township. If you live in one of these neighbourhoods, the hospitals listed above are usually among the closest options for specialist care. Travel time varies with traffic, so check the route before your appointment.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not medical advice or a ranking endorsed by any hospital. Doctor profiles are compiled from publicly available hospital directory listings and may change; confirm details with the hospital. Consult a qualified pulmonologist for diagnosis and treatment.
