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Our Team Members

Dr. Nikhil Kalale Nagaraj

Senior Pediatric Specialist | Neonatal Fellow (NNF)



With over a decade of dedicated experience in pediatric and neonatal care, Dr. Nikhil is currently a Senior Specialist at Aster RV Hospital, Bengaluru. He holds a DNB in Pediatrics and has completed a Fellowship in Neonatology at Fortis Hospital. His journey spans reputed institutions like Motherhood Hospital, Sagar Hospitals, and Holy Cross Hospital.

Known for his compassionate care and hands-on expertise, Dr. Nikhil has managed a wide spectrum of complex cases, including PICU and post-surgical pediatric cardiac ICU patients.

“I believe in growing with my patients – offering not just treatment, but reassurance, knowledge, and long-term support to every child and family I serve.”

Key Strengths:

  • Pediatric & Neonatal Intensive Care (PICU/NICU)
  • Post-Surgical Pediatric ICU Management
  • Holistic Child Healthcare
  • Clinical Leadership & Team Collaboration
  • Patient-Centered Communication

 Mangal Shankar Madawal

Respiratory Therapist |  Lactation Consultant





Dr. Mangal is a passionate healthcare professional with over 8 years of experience specializing in neonatal, pediatric, and adult respiratory therapy. A Gold Medalist in Neonatology Fellowship, she brings a deep commitment to critical neonatal care, mechanical ventilation, and advanced respiratory procedures.

Currently a lecturer at BGS Global Institute of Allied Health Sciences and practicing at Aster RV Hospital, Dr. Mangal also provides expert lactation support, holding credentials from BPNI and preparing for IBCLC certification. She is a Basic & Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) Trainer and has played a key role in research initiatives like Wadhwani AI’s COVID-19 triaging project.

“My goal is to support  mother ,infant and family to make breastfeeding  journey successful. 

Core Expertise:

  • Neonatal & Pediatric Respiratory Therapy
  • Lactation Consultation
  • NICU Procedures & Neonatal Resuscitation
  • Clinical Teaching & Research Coordination
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Equipment Handling