- Dr. Praveen Khilnani
- Speciality: Paediatrics
- Designation: Pediatrics, Pediatric Critical care, and Pediatric Pulmonology Chairman
- Education: MBBS, MD – Anaesthesiology, Diploma in Paediatrics
- Experience: 40+ years
- Medanta hospital, gurgaon
About: Dr. Praveen Khilnani
Dr. Praveen Khilnani, a distinguished pediatric intensivist and pediatrician, has over four decades of experience in the specialized care of critically ill children. He holds the rare distinction of being the only Indian to receive the prestigious Master of Critical Care Medicine (MCCM) award from the American College of Critical Care Medicine. His exemplary contributions to pediatric pulmonology, neonatal, and pediatric bronchoscopy have earned him widespread recognition, including the Vishisht Chikitsa Ratan Award from the Indian Medical Association.
Dr. Khilnani’s extensive medical training began with an MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi, followed by an MD in Anesthesia from AIIMS, Delhi. He further honed his expertise through fellowships in pediatric critical care, cardiac critical care, and neonatal intensive care at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Boston Children’s Hospital. His commitment to advancing pediatric care in India has made him a pioneer in pediatric critical care.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Khilnani is an active member of several prestigious medical societies, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine, and the World Federation of Pediatrics Intensive & Critical Care Societies, reflecting his dedication to excellence in pediatric care.
Awards & Honors
- Master of Critical Care Medicine (MCCM): Only Indian recipient, awarded by the American College of Critical Care Medicine.
- Vishisht Chikitsa Ratan Award: Bestowed by the Indian Medical Association.
Experience
- Over 40 years of experience in pediatric intensive care and pulmonology.
- Pioneer of pediatric critical care in India.
Specialization
- Pediatric pulmonology.
- Neonatal and pediatric bronchoscopy.
- Specialized care for critically ill children.
Training & Education
- MBBS: Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi, 1978.
- MD (Anesthesia): AIIMS, Delhi, 1983.
- Fellowships: Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiac Critical Care, Neonatal Intensive Care at Harvard Medical School.
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
- Member, World Federation of Pediatrics Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS).
- Member, Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM).
