Trusted neonatal and paediatric specialist in Lucknow
Advanced newborn and child care led by decades of focused clinical excellence.
Dr. Akaash Pandita is a nationally recognized expert in neonatology, paediatrics, and perinatology, with deep experience in NICU care, high-risk infant follow-up, child development, and vaccination.
- 15+ years of clinical experience
- 120+ international publications
- Level 4 NICU and extreme preterm care expertise
Current Role
Director
Neonatology & Child Development Center
Medanta Lucknow
About Dr. Akaash Pandita
A physician focused on the most delicate moments in early life.
Dr. Akaash Pandita has vast experience in managing ventilated and infectious diseases patients, along with decades of follow-up work in high-risk infants, child development, and vaccination.
He is extensively trained in managing preterm and premature babies, including infants weighing less than 750 grams, and caring for critically ill newborns who require advanced Level 4 NICU support.
His clinical work includes management of meconium aspiration, PPHN, birth asphyxia, neonatal encephalopathy, seizures, and perioperative neonatal care.
In addition to patient care, he has contributed extensively to training, research, and national clinical guidelines, shaping neonatal practice at both national and international levels.
Specialization & Expertise
Care designed for newborns, infants, and children with complex needs.
Neonatal Intensive Care
Advanced management of critically ill newborns requiring Level 4 NICU care.
Extreme Prematurity
Focused expertise in babies born very early, including infants under 750 grams.
Respiratory Support
Skilled in mechanical ventilation, CPAP, and support for respiratory distress.
Neonatal Emergencies
Care for PPHN, seizures, birth asphyxia, encephalopathy, and complex jaundice.
Infectious Diseases
Strong experience in treating vulnerable infants and children with infections.
Child Development & Vaccination
Long-term follow-up support for growth, development, and preventive care.
Milestones
Recognition built on outcomes, scholarship, and leadership.
National award by ICMR India
Recognized for best pediatric research by the Indian Council of Medical Research.
Recipient of 3 gold medals
Academic and clinical distinction across advanced pediatric and neonatal training.
Contributor to clinical guidelines
Author and reviewer of National Clinical Practice Guidelines by NNF India.
International research and editorial leadership
120+ publications, 10+ books, and reviewer or editorial roles in 50+ journals.
Academic & Research Profile
Clinical practice strengthened by teaching, research, and innovation.
Dr. Pandita holds a master's degree in Pediatrics and a doctorate degree in Neonatology. He has trained doctors and nurses at both national and international levels and is also trained in point-of-care echo, lung ultrasound, and POCUS.
His work reflects a rare blend of bedside care, scientific contribution, and systems-level leadership in neonatal medicine.
Teaching
Mentored healthcare professionals in neonatal and pediatric care across levels.
Publications
More than 120 international publications contributing to child health literature.
Books
Author of over 10 books in neonatology, pediatrics, and related fields.
Review Work
Editorial board member and reviewer for more than 50 international journals.
Clinical Philosophy
Precision in critical care. Compassion in every conversation.
Families facing neonatal or pediatric emergencies need both advanced medical judgment and calm guidance. This website is designed to reflect the same standard: clarity, trust, and evidence-based expertise.
Contact & Appointments
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Practice Location
Medanta Lucknow
Director, Neonatology & Child Development Center
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