Question 1

Where does Dr. Sumana Rao practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao practices at Niranjana Childrens Clinic - Arekere.

Question 2

What do patients say about Dr. Sumana Rao?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao has been recommended by 9 patients and has recieved stories from 8 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 3

What is Dr. Sumana Rao's education qualification?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Pediatrics, Diplomate of the American Board of Paediatrics.

Question 4

What does Dr. Sumana Rao specialises in ?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao specialises as Pediatrician.

Question 5

How many years of experience does Dr. Sumana Rao have?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao has an overall experience of 37 years. View where has Dr. Sumana Rao practiced in the past.

Question 6

Who is Dr. Sumana Rao?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Sumana Rao is a Neonatologist in Motherhood Hospitals, banashankari 2nd stage, opposite to kempegowda medical institute of science, Banglalore and has 26 years of experience in Neonatology & Pediatrics department. She completed MBBS and MD – Pediatrics and diploma from american board of pediatrics, Dr Sumana Rao has extensive experience and special interest in looking after babies born extremely preterm, birth asphyxia, neonatal sepsis, She handles extreme low weight babies of 550g and premature babies from 24 weeks successfully. . View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 7

Who is a Paediatrician?

Accepted Answer

A paediatrician or a child specialist is a doctor who manages the health of your child. A paediatrician is trained to manage the physical, behavioural, and mental health of a child. A child specialist is trained to treat childhood illnesses, from minor health issues to serious health disorders. A child can be treated by a paediatrician right from birth.

Question 8

What is the age range of children which a Paediatrician can treat?

Accepted Answer

Paediatricians can treat a child right from birth. From birth till 2 years, there may be many visits to the paediatrician. From age 2 to 5 years, there will be once a year “well-child” visits. After the age of 5 years, paediatric visits will be done annually. Up to the age of 18 years, you can visit a paediatrician.

Question 9

Can a Paediatrician perform surgery?

Accepted Answer

Paediatricians are concerned with the physical and mental well being of children. Paediatric surgeons specialize in surgeries. A paediatrician can also perform surgeries with the necessary training. Paediatricians may only evaluate and treat children through non-invasive procedures. Paediatric surgeons perform minor surgeries like removal of foreign bodies to major surgeries like cardiac surgery.

Question 10

What does a paediatrician do?

Accepted Answer

A paediatrician is trained to perform procedures like: vaccine administration, treat dislocated shoulders or elbows, treat minor injuries, remove foreign bodies, split brown bones, perform circumcision. Apart from these specific procedures paediatricians also ensure well-being of the child through routine examinations. They also handle conditions that affect new born children.

Dr. Sumana Rao

Patient Stories for Dr. Sumana Rao

Pick a time slot

Top Pediatric Hospitals In Bangalore

Top Pediatric Hospitals In Arekere

Top Pediatric Clinics In Arekere

Top Doctor Specialities In Bangalore