
MBBS, MD - Pulmonary Medicine, M.B.B.S

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Dr. C. A. Umesh Varma is a renowned Interventional Pulmonologist, Chest Physician, and Sleep Medicine Specialist with over 15 years of experience in diagnosing and treating complex respiratory and sleep-related disorders. As a Senior Consultant and Lead Interventional Pulmonologist, he is recognized for his expertise in advanced bronchoscopic procedures, lung cancer diagnosis, airway interventions, critical care pulmonology, and comprehensive respiratory care.After completing his MBBS and MD in Pulmonary Medicine, Dr. Umesh further pursued a Fellowship in Advanced Interventional Pulmonology from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS), Kochi. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP, USA), reflecting his commitment to global standards of respiratory medicine and patient care.Dr. Umesh specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Asthma, COPD, Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), Tuberculosis, Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR/XDR-TB), Bronchiectasis, Sleep Apnea, Occupational Lung Diseases, Lung Infections, Pleural Disorders, and Lung Cancer. He is particularly known for managing complex respiratory conditions through a combination of advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive interventions, and long-term disease management strategies.His expertise in Interventional Pulmonology includes Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), Diagnostic and Therapeutic Bronchoscopy, Rigid Bronchoscopy, Cryo Lung Biopsy, Thoracoscopy, Transbronchial Lung Biopsy, Airway Stenting, Pulmonary Balloon Dilatation for Tracheal Stenosis, and ICU Bronchoscopies for critically ill patients. These advanced procedures enable accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of complex airway, lung, and pleural diseases while minimizing patient discomfort and recovery time.In addition to respiratory medicine, Dr. Umesh has a special interest in Sleep Medicine and is highly experienced in the diagnosis and management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Snoring Disorders, and other sleep-related breathing disorders through comprehensive sleep studies and personalized treatment plans.Dr. Umesh has contributed to medical research through publications in national and international journals and has been honored with the prestigious A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Health & Medical Excellence Award for his outstanding contribution to healthcare. He is an active member of leading professional organizations, including the Indian Chest Society, Indian Association of Bronchology, Indian Medical Association, and National College of Chest Physicians.Known for his compassionate approach, clinical precision, and patient-focused care, Dr. Umesh believes in educating patients and families about their condition and treatment options. His mission is to help patients breathe better, sleep better, and enjoy a healthier quality of life through advanced, evidence-based respiratory care.Areas of Expertise• Interventional Pulmonology• Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)• Diagnostic & Therapeutic Bronchoscopy• Rigid Bronchoscopy & Cryo Biopsy• Thoracoscopy & Pleural Disease Management• Lung Cancer Diagnosis & Airway Interventions• Asthma & Allergy Management• COPD & Bronchiectasis Treatment• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)• Tuberculosis & MDR/XDR-TB Management• Sleep Apnea & Sleep Medicine• Tracheal Stenosis Management• ICU Bronchoscopy & Critical Care Pulmonology• Occupational Lung Diseases• Comprehensive Respiratory Care
Visited For Bronchial Asthma Treatment
Happy with: Explanation of the health issue
I would like to inform you that this Doctor is not available in Century Hospital for the past one month. I need to continue my treatment kindly find him if he has joined some other Hospital, which will be very useful for me.
Visited For Polysomnography
Happy with: Doctor friendlinessExplanation of the health issueTreatment satisfactionValue for moneyWait time
Super talented doctor im so happy with Dr Umesh Varma sir verry ************* *** friendly. Thank you so much
I visited this doctor at Medicover Hospital only once and would not choose to consult him again. I approached him for a severe cough. Unfortunately, he did not seem patient enough to listen and appeared to rush the consultation. **** * ***** ** ******* ** ******* ******* *** *** ****** ** ***** *** **** ** *********** ** ****** **** **** **** ****** *** **** ***. Even after five days of medication, I have not noticed any improvement in my condition ******* *** ***** **** Based on my experience, I would not recommend spending Rs.1000 on this consultation
I visited this clinic today (18 April 2023), *** ******** ** **** ****** ** **** ******** He is not listening the patient problem ( my problem), why i came to clinic what is the problem for me. He don't have enough time to ask my problem, he is not allowing me to speak
3. Whatever he wants to convey, he conveyed and told to contact staff
4. He prescribed for some test.
I just came out and paid his consulting fees of Rs.600 without fail,
And i just informed to the receptionist please keep the lab test prescription with you.
Visited For Lower/Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Treatment
Hoped for better: Explanation of the health issue
I told him i hav breadthing dufficulty i.e wen m breadth m getting pain due to weekness********* **** ******** ** ***** ** *** ************ ***** **** ***** ** ** ** ***** *** **** ***** **** ** ****** ****** ** ***** ******* ** he insist me to use my previous doctor prescription ** **** *** ***** ** ********** *** ** * *** dont want any patients to suggest ds doctor i wasted consultation ** *** ** ****** **** ****** **** *******
Visited For Lung Infections Treatment
What I personally don't like about this doctor is when I visited my nearby hospital with my mother who was on a WCHR due to her breathing problem and low Spo2, he sounds little disconnected asking my mom to stop at the door point. During the basic discussion he insisted us to take the X ray and then after getting it done he then immediately insisted us to get the CT scan done hardly checking the X ray film. It appears that he just wanted to finish off his job. ****** ** ********** **** ******** ********* *** *** ********** ******* ****** *** ******* *** *** ******** When asked about next follow up visit with him for which he just said not required. I can sense any of his intentions to connect with old aged patients like my mom. I personally felt bad about it and hence sharing my experience.
I have booked Practo appointment but waited for 40 minutes after appointment time tried calling and texting but there was no response, very disappointed and wasted my time