Dr. Shivaraj A L
Lead Consultant and HOD - Pulmonology
Dr. Shivaraj AL is a highly experienced pulmonologist with over 13 years of dedicated clinical practice in respiratory medicine and critical care. He currently serves as Head of Department and Lead Consultant in Pulmonology, where he plays a key role in patient care, departmental leadership, and clinical decision-making.
Dr. Shivaraj AL has extensive expertise in managing complex respiratory disorders across all age groups, including asthma and allergy-related conditions, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung diseases (ILD), sleep-related breathing disorders, pleural diseases, and lung cancer. He is skilled in the comprehensive evaluation of patients using advanced diagnostic modalities and delivers individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
He is proficient in advanced interventional pulmonary procedures, including diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, and airway and pleural interventions, and has significant experience in critical care. His clinical practice integrates procedural excellence with meticulous long-term disease management.
Actively involved in academic and research activities, Dr. Shivaraj AL has contributed to scientific literature with publications focusing on COPD exacerbations, disease progression, and pulmonary function testing, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and evidence-driven care.
Known for his compassionate approach, clinical precision, and leadership, Dr. Shivaraj AL is committed to providing comprehensive, ethical, and patient-focused respiratory care.
- Asthma & Allergy-related Disorders (Adult & Pediatric)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILD)
- Sleep-related Breathing Disorders
- Pleural Diseases
- Bronchoscopy – Diagnostic & Therapeutic
- Thoracoscopy
- Critical Care & ICU Management
- Diagnosis and Evaluation of Lung Cancer
Memberships
- European Respiratory Society (ERS)
- American Thoracic Society (ATS)
- Indian Chest Society
- Karnataka Pulmonology Association
- Karnataka Medical Council
Papers Published
- A Study of Clinical and Biological Markers of Exacerbation and Progression of COPD
- A Clinical Study of Pulmonary Function Tests in Patients with COPD Exacerbation

