Dr. Vishwanath Gowraiah

MD, FRCPCH, Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology CCST (UK)

Degrees:  Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), Kuvempu University, India (1998), Doctor of Medicine (M.D), Pediatrics, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India (2002), Pediatric Sleep Technology Training Program, American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) (2013), Pediatric Respiratory Fellowship, College of Physicians and Surgeons, British Columbia, Canada (2013), Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST), Pediatric Medicine, Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health, UK (2014), Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST), Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health, UK (2015)

Designation: Consultant, Pediatric Pulmonology

Department:  General Pediatrics  Pediatric Pulmonology  

Languages: 

English Hindi Kannada Telugu

Experience: 23 Years

Dr. Vishwanath Gowraiah is a highly experienced Pediatric Pulmonologist with extensive knowledge in healthcare. His impressive medical skills include extensive knowledge of pediatric pulmonology or respiratory medicine and sleep disorders. Dr. Gowraiah is a published researcher, a regular speaker at national and international medical conferences, and a dedicated educator with a profound passion for mentoring and training the medical community. He has been instrumental in setting up state-of-the-art Pulmonology divisions in UAE including paediatric Sleep labs and flexible bronchoscopy services. Moreover, his commitment to quality-driven, patient-centered care is evident through his involvement in developing clinical guidelines, clinical effectiveness, and research and ethical committees. Dr. Gowraiah's multifaceted career spans in the UK, Canada, India, and the UAE, leaving a global impact on healthcare.

Specializations

  • Asthma (Wheezing/ Breathing difficulty)
  • Chronic or persistent cough
  • Pneumonia or chest infections
  • Bronchiolitis
  • Croup
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Allergic rhinitis.
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Sleep related issues (snoring and sleep apnea)
  • Long term Care: Ventilation/ respiratory support with Tracheostomy
  • Bronchoscopy services

Licenses and Memberships

Chairman, Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), (2018)

DOH Healthcare Specialty Licensing Examination Panel member.

DOH Paediatric Asthma guidelines committee Panel member.

Member and Fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH and FRCPCH), UK (2008)

Professional Experience

Consultant, Pediatric Pulmonology, Danat Al Emarat Hospital Women and Children (2020 - 2023)

Abu Dhabi

 
Consultant and Head of Pediatric Pulmonology, NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City (2016 - 2020)

Abu Dhabi

 
Consultant, Pediatric Pulmonology, Manchester Children's hospital and District general hospitals (2014-2016)

United Kingdom

 
Fellowship, Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Pulmonology, Vancouver (2011-2013)

Canada

 
Pediatric Registrar, Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology (Respiratory medicine), East Midlands Deanery (2008-2014)

United Kingdom

 
Senior House Officer training, MRCPCH (2004-2008)

United Kingdom

 
Pediatric training (MD) (1999-2002)

 
Assistant professor, Medical College (2002-2003)