Dr. Venugopal - best neonatologist in Shivamogga
BOOK APPOINTMENT

Awards & Recognitions

Best Paper Award – NNF Neonatology Annual Congress (twice)

Recognized for presenting original research in neonatal care and innovative clinical practices.

KARNEOCON Gold Medal

Awarded for my pioneering work and research in neonatal infections.

Pediatric Educator Award – Indian Academy of Pediatrics (Karnataka Chapter)

Honored for my contributions to medical education and mentoring of postgraduate students.

Recognition by the District Health Authority

For significantly improving neonatal survival rates in rural Karnataka through advanced NICU care and outreach programs.

Research Excellence

Many of these projects have been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented to the global neonatology community.

Neonatal Neuroprotection & Therapeutic Hypothermia
Advanced Hemodynamics & Functional Echocardiography
Sepsis & Biomarkers for Early Diagnosis
Nutritional Protocols for Preterm Babies
Technology Integration in NICUs for Advanced Monitoring

International & National Contributions

Represented India in 15+ international conferences across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Delivered talks and presented original research in areas such as:

  • Neonatal neurology
  • Sepsis biomarkers
  • Brain protection strategies
  • Point-of-care neonatal diagnostics

Successfully completed 10 national-level research projects funded by government and private bodies, focusing on:

  • Neonatal infection control
  • Optimal resuscitation techniques
  • Nutritional strategies for preterm infants

Looking Ahead

While these recognitions mean a lot to me, my greatest achievement will always be the smiles of parents and the survival of newborns who once struggled for life. I continue to dedicate my work to advancing neonatal care in Karnataka and beyond, while mentoring the next generation of doctors to carry this mission forward.