Dr A R Gayathri

Dr. A R Gayathri is recognized as one of the leading pulmonologists in Chennai, with expertise in managing a wide array of respiratory conditions including asthma, allergies, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), respiratory tract infection, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and more. She has made significant contributions to the field with 21 publications and has received numerous awards for her work.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS from M.G.R. Medical University
• MD from M.G.R. Medical University
• FCCP (Fellowship from the College of Chest Physicians, USA)
• FRCP (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow)
• European Diploma in Respiratory Medicine

Professional Experience:

• Consultant Pulmonologist at Madras Medical Mission, Chennai (2001–2004): Involved in the management of heart-lung transplant recipients.
• Consultant Pulmonologist at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (2004–Present): Providing specialized care in respiratory medicine.

Notable Achievements:

• Awarded “Best Paper in the Conference" at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Conference on Tuberculosis in 1999 during her Post-Graduate training.
• Certificate of Merit in Physiology in the Second Year of M.B.B.S.

Certifications:

• European Diploma in Respiratory Medicine

Professional Memberships:

• American College of Chest Physicians
• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow
• European Respiratory Society
• Indian Association for Bronchology
• The Indian Chest Society

Fellowships:

• Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)