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Dr Ravindra Mehta: The Bengaluru Lung Doctor Behind Karnataka's First IP Programme

American Board certified in interventional pulmonology, and the doctor who brought that specialty to Karnataka.

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  • Dr Ravindra M Mehta is Chief of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru.
  • Apollo credits him with setting up the first interventional pulmonology programme in Karnataka.
  • He practises at Apollo on Bannerghatta Road and in Jayanagar, and founded Vaayu Chest and Sleep.
Tariq Sallam, founder of The City 24/7 Tariq Sallam September 24, 2026 • 2 min read • Updated October 17, 2026
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A doctor's consulting room with a chest X-ray on a lightbox, a lung model, a spirometer and a stethoscope on the desk, and a window onto trees and the city

Dr Ravindra Mehta practises at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru.

“He is the only doctor in the country who is American Board certified in Interventional Pulmonology.”

• Apollo Hospitals

Dr Ravindra M Mehta is Chief of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru, and a clinician, researcher and teacher in chest medicine, critical care and sleep disorders. Apollo describes him as the only doctor in India who is American Board certified in interventional pulmonology, and he set up what it calls the first interventional pulmonary programme in Karnataka.

In a city where half of us cough through winter, a good lung doctor is worth knowing about. Here is the documented record.

Quick Information

Bengaluru's air keeps getting worse, and he keeps finding new ways to look inside our lungs.

Role
Chief, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Apollo Hospitals Bengaluru
Qualifications
MBBS; MD, General Medicine
Certification
American Board, Interventional Pulmonology
Built
First interventional pulmonology programme in Karnataka
Specialties
Pulmonology; critical care; sleep medicine
Also
Founder, Vaayu Chest and Sleep
Honour
Namma Bengaluru Award
Experience
26+ years

Who Is Dr Ravindra Mehta?

Dr Ravindra Mehta is a Bengaluru pulmonologist with training and experience in India and the United States. He practises at Apollo Hospitals on Bannerghatta Road and in Jayanagar.

What Is Interventional Pulmonology?

Interventional pulmonology uses scopes and minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung and airway disease. Apollo credits him with setting up the first such programme in Karnataka.

What Is Vaayu Chest and Sleep?

Vaayu Chest and Sleep is the clinic he founded and directs, focused on chest and sleep medicine.

A LESSER-KNOWN FACT

He was recognised with a Namma Bengaluru Award for his work.

Why Does Dr. Ravindra Mehta Belong in People of Bangalore?

THEIR BANGALORE CONNECTION

He has built his career in Bengaluru and leads pulmonary and critical care at Apollo Hospitals in the city.

FAQs

Who is Dr Ravindra Mehta?

Chief of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru.

Where does Dr Ravindra Mehta practise?

At Apollo Hospitals on Bannerghatta Road and in Jayanagar, Bengaluru.

What is he known for?

Setting up Karnataka's first interventional pulmonology programme.

Contact Details

Apollo lists his consultation details online.

Apollo Hospitals Bengaluru

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