Dr. Ankit Parakh

About Doctor

Dr. Ankit Parakh specializes in pediatric pulmonary medicine, pediatric allergy treatment, and pediatric sleep medicine and is one of the few such doctors in India. 

Dr. Parakh's expertise in pediatric pulmonology is extensive. Over the course of his more than a decade in practice, he has helped many kids overcome issues like asthma, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and sleep apnea. When it comes to treating and preventing childhood allergies, he is a leading authority.

Dr. Parakh has extensive medical training and experience. He truly cares about his patients and wants to give them the best care he can. In addition, he is an attentive physician who cares about his patients' needs.

Dr. Ankit Parakh is an excellent choice as a pediatric pulmonologist in Delhi. He's an expert physician with years of experience and a deep commitment to his field. In addition, he is an attentive physician who cares about his patients' needs. 

Medical Qualifications

• MBBS from University of Delhi, 2001
• MD in Pediatrics from G B Pant Hospital / Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, 2006
• DNB in Paediatrics from DNB board, New Delhi, 2006 

Clinical Expertise

Professional Work Experience

• He worked as a consultant and assistant professor at New Delhi's Lady Hardinge Medical College and Kalawati Saran Children's Hospital.
• He taught at Delhi's University College of Medical Sciences.
• The Lok Nayak Hospital (associated with the Maulana Azad Medical College in Delhi) employed him as a Registrar. 

Career Highlights

• When it comes to pediatric pulmonology, allergy, and sleep medicine in India, Dr. Ankit Parakh is a household name. He has received acclaim for his adaptability and focus on the needs of his patients.
• Dr. Ankit Parakh has worked in the field of pulmonology for over 18 years.
• Asthma, cystic fibroid disease, tuberculosis, pneumonia, pleural effusion, pediatric sleep disorders, interstitial lung disease, adenoid hypertrophy, chronic cough, and more are all within his scope of practice.
• He belongs to the European Respiratory Society, the Indian Medical Association, the Delhi Medical Association, and the Indian Medical Association's East Delhi Branch in addition to being a life member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and its Respiratory Chapter.He has written for books, contributed to anthologies, and given talks at conferences, all of which have been indexed.
• He has completed a fellowship in pediatric sleep medicine and non-invasive ventilation at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, United Kingdom, and is a fellow of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH). 

Research and Fellowships

• Indian Academy of Pediatrics, 
• IAP Respiratory Chapter, 
• European Respiratory Society, 
• Indian Medical association (IMA), 
• Delhi Medical Association (DMA) 
• IMA East Delhi Branch 
• Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) fellowship
• Fellowship in pediatric Sleep Medicine & Non-Invasive Ventilation from the Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, UK.

Awards and Recoginition

• He aced the Anatomy section of the first MBBS exam, earning him the K. Sridharan gold medal and a merit award.
• He placed second in pharmacology on the second-year M.B.B.S. exam at the University College of Medical Sciences, earning him the Merit award. 
• He scored the highest in Obstetrics and Gynecology on the M.B.B.S. final exam, earning him the Dr. L.V. Phatak gold medal and a merit award.
• His hard work in medical school paid off, as he placed second in the entire University of Medicine and Health Sciences.