Finding a paediatrician you trust can make navigating your child’s health and development a little easier. From routine check-ups and vaccinations to illnesses and developmental concerns, having a doctor you feel comfortable consulting can be valuable throughout childhood.
We’ve asked parents in the IPF community to share their paediatrician recommendations in Bangalore. This list combines our latest 2026 community recommendations with doctors recommended by Bangalore parents in our earlier community list.
The list is in no particular order.
Please note: These are community recommendations based on individual experiences and are not rankings or endorsements by India Parenting Forum. Experiences can vary from family to family. Doctor affiliations, consultation locations and availability may also change, so please verify the current details before booking an appointment.
Latest Paediatrician Recommendations from Bangalore Parents — 2026
Dr. Lini Balakrishnan
Rainbow Hospital | Sarjapur Road
A Bangalore parent described Dr. Lini Balakrishnan as very thorough and patient, and appreciated that she provides good guidance without giving unnecessary advice.
Another parent shared that she connects easily with children, listens patiently to parents’ queries and is approachable for follow-up questions.
Dr. Prashant Gowda
Sparsh Hospital | Sarjapur
A parent shared that their child recovered quickly under Dr. Prashant Gowda’s care.
Yogesh
Aastha Clinic | Akshayanagar
A Bangalore parent described Yogesh as experienced and gentle, appreciating the way he handles situations without creating unnecessary panic.
More Paediatricians Recommended by Bangalore Parents
The following doctors were recommended by Bangalore parents in our earlier community list, published in 2023.
- Dr. Kaarthik Nagesh — Manipal OAR
- Dr. Guruprakash — Mahaveer Jain
- Dr. Shashidhar Vishwanath — Cloudnine Hospital
- Dr. Nitin Singh — Newborn & Kids Clinic, Banaswadi
- Dr. Bhaskar Shenoy — Manjushri Children’s Clinic, Basaveshwaranagar
- Dr. Jagdish Chinappa — Koramangala
- Dr. Naveen Kini — Gurukripa Clinic, New BEL Road
- Dr. Prasanna Muniyappa — Neonatology & Paediatrics, Cloudnine Malleswaram
- Dr. Ramya A N — Tender Lily Clinic, BEML Layout, RR Nagar
- Dr. Prabhakar Murthy — Veturi Polyclinic, RR Nagar
How to Choose a Paediatrician in Bangalore
Every child and family has different needs, so the paediatrician who works well for one family may not necessarily be the right fit for another. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a doctor:
Location and accessibility
Children may need multiple visits, especially during their early years. A clinic or hospital that is convenient to reach can make regular appointments easier.
Experience and area of care
Depending on your child’s needs, you may want to check whether the paediatrician provides routine paediatric care, newborn care, vaccination services or has experience with specific medical concerns.
Communication style
Look for a doctor who listens to your concerns and explains your child’s condition and treatment clearly.
Approach to treatment
Parents may have different preferences when it comes to treatment and medication. Discuss your concerns with the doctor and make sure you understand the reasoning behind any recommended treatment.
Availability
Check consultation timings, appointment availability and how the clinic handles follow-up questions or urgent concerns.
Hospital facilities
If your child requires specialised care or hospitalisation, it can be useful to know what facilities are available at the hospital where the paediatrician practises.
Have a Paediatrician to Recommend?
This list is based on recommendations shared by parents in the IPF community.
Have you consulted a paediatrician in Bangalore whom you’d recommend to other parents?
Share your recommendation in the comments and tell us what you appreciated about your experience.
Your experience could help another parent find a paediatrician they feel comfortable with.