👤 About
Dr. Ajay S.K. is a distinguished pediatrician and a pivotal figure in the healthcare landscape of Ballari, Karnataka. As co-owner of Dr. S.K. Panduranga Rao Hospital, he pioneered neonatal and paediatric ventilation in the region and was the first to introduce surfactant therapy for preterm babies. He continues to lead with compassion, innovation, and a commitment to improving pediatric healthcare in Ballari and beyond.
🎓 Academic & Professional Training
MBBSGulbarga University, 1990
MD (Pediatrics)Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), 1996
DNB (Paediatrics)National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 1997
Lecturer – Department of PediatricsVIMS / Ballari Medical College & Research Institute, 1997–1999
Senior ResidentNiloufer Children's Hospital, Hyderabad
Senior ResidentBhatia Hospital, Tardeo, Mumbai
🏆 Milestones in Paediatric Care
👶10-Bed NICU
Established a state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — first of its kind in the region
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4-Bed PICU
🫁Neonatal Ventilation
Pioneered neonatal and paediatric ventilation in the Ballari region
💉Surfactant Therapy
Region and was the first to introduce surfactant therapy for preterm babies, significantly enhancing neonatal outcomes.
💻 Healthcare Technology & Innovation
First EHR in Region — First physician in the region to implement electronic health records for all his outpatients and inpatients, commencing in March 2009.
48,000+ Patient Records — His dedication to digital health is evident in his extensive database of over 48,000 pediatric patient records within his Electronic Health Record software--improving continuity, safety, and outcomes.
AI Literacy in Healthcare — First doctor in the region to achieve AI literacy; Certificate course in AI in Medicine, Doctor's AI group, in collaboration with HSSC and India's Universal AI University, Mumbai
🏅 IAP Leadership
Vice President, Karnataka State Chapter of IAP (2024)
President, Ballari District Branch of IAP — two terms
Best Secretary Award, Karnataka State IAP (2004)
Organizing Chairperson, Karnataka State Infectious Disease Conference (IDICON) 2022, hosted by Ballari IAP
🌟 Community Service & Interests
🦁Lions Club President
President, Lions Club of Bellary (2013–14). Melvin Jones Fellowship recipient for outstanding humanitarian service.
🚴Active Sportsman
Member, Ballari Cyclists and Runners Foundation (BCRF) — 10K runs, cycling, and swimming. Former accomplished shuttle badminton player.
🎤Gifted Singer
Enjoys performing karaoke in Hindi, Kannada, and Telugu — reflecting a deep appreciation for music and culture.
🏥Co-founder
Co-owner of Dr. S.K. Panduranga Rao Hospital, founded in honour of his father Dr. S.K. Panduranga Rao.
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