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BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Vighnesh Y is a Sr. Consultant General Physician at Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, with around 18 years of clinical experience in internal medicine and adult healthcare. He completed his MBBS from the University of Pondicherry and his MD in Internal Medicine from Bharat University, and has since pursued advanced postgraduate programmes in diabetology and rheumatology from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, USA, gastroenterology from the American College of Gastroenterology, and reproductive endocrinology from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. He further holds a PhD in Internal Medicine (Hons.) from France, reflecting his deep commitment to academic and clinical excellence. He is proficient in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, enabling him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Vighnesh has a special interest in managing lifestyle-related diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, as well as both infectious and non-infectious conditions. His clinical expertise spans chronic disease management, preventive healthcare, vaccination, rheumatology, gastroenterology, and reproductive endocrinology. He is also experienced in managing complex conditions including severe infections and sepsis, having worked as an intensivist earlier in his career. Over the years, he has held diverse roles spanning clinical practice, hospital administration, and digital health services. In his practice, Dr. Vighnesh places strong emphasis on accurate diagnosis and a holistic approach to treatment. Beyond medications, he actively guides patients toward sustainable lifestyle changes - encompassing diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management to support long-term health and wellbeing. His goal is to deliver personalised, evidence-based care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

Summary

Education & Qualifications

  • 2024 – PhD in Internal Medicine (Hons.), France
  • 2023 – Certified Course in Medical Management of Obesity
  • 2018 – Post Graduate Programme in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, USA
  • 2017 – Post Graduate Programme in Gastroenterology, American College of Gastroenterology, USA
  • 2015 – Post Graduate Programme in Rheumatology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, USA
  • 2014 – Post Graduate Programme in Diabetology, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, USA
  • 2012 – MD (Internal Medicine), Bharat University, India

Medical Registration

  • NMC Registration No.: 61399
  • State Medical Council: Karnataka Medical Council

Clinical Experience

  • (2012 – Present) Consultant – Internal Medicine Specialist, Aastha Healthcare
  • (2017 – 2020) Head – Medical Services, CallHealth
  • (2016 – 2017) Manager – Virtual Business, CallHealth
  • (2015 – 2016) Consultant – Internal Medicine, CallHealth
  • (2014 – 2015) Registrar – Dept. of Internal Medicine & Lifestyle Diseases, Sunshine Hospitals
  • (2014) Fellow in Rheumatology, KIMS
  • (2012 – 2014) Senior Resident, ESIC
  • (2009 – 2012) Intensivist, Deepam Group of Hospitals
  • (2008 – 2009) Chief Medical Officer, Lifeline Hospitals

How Dr. Vighnesh Y Reviews Content on OnlyMyHealth

Dr. Vighnesh reviews all assigned general medicine and lifestyle disease articles for clinical accuracy and alignment with current evidence-based guidelines, drawing on his extensive postgraduate training from leading institutions including Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the American College of Gastroenterology, and his broad clinical experience across internal medicine, critical care, and digital health before approving content for publication.

  • Alumni Of2008 – MBBS, University of Pondicherry, India
  • Area Of Expertise
    • Management of Lifestyle Disorders (Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity)
    • Communicable & Non-Communicable Diseases
    • Chronic Disease Management
    • Preventive Healthcare & Vaccination
    • Rheumatology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility
    • Severe Infections & Sepsis Management
    • Lifestyle Counselling (Diet, Exercise, Sleep & Stress Management)
  • Certification:
    • American College of Cardiology (ACC) – International Associate Member (IACC)
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Medically reviewed content
200+ medical reviewers in network
17 Years of Trusted Health Content
Medically reviewed content
200+ medical reviewers in network
17 Years of Trusted Health Content