Dr. Avani Hegde

Dr. Avani Hegde

Pediatrician and Pediatric endocrinologist

Dr. Avani Hegde is a highly qualified and compassionate Pediatric & Adolescent Endocrinologist with a strong academic and clinical background. She completed her MD in Paediatrics from the prestigious Advanced Paediatric Centre, PGIMER, Chandigarh — India’s apex referral center for pediatric care. Her outstanding academic performance earned her the Institutional Bronze Medal in recognition of her excellence and research interest.

  • Qualification
MBBS (MMCRI, Mysore), MD Paediatrics (PGIMER, Chandigarh)
  • Work Experience
    10+ Years Of Experience
  • Location Available
    Banashankari,Kalyan Nagar.
  • Language
    Kannada, English, Hindi

Driven by her passion for pediatric hormonal health, Dr. Avani pursued further super-specialization in Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology at Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bangalore, one of the largest pediatric referral institutions in Karnataka.

She has extensive clinical exposure to a wide range of endocrine conditions in children and adolescents, including diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid problems, puberty-related concerns, and rare genetic syndromes.

Dr. Avani Hegde is deeply involved in medical education and advocacy. She is a faculty member of the ISPAE IDEAL (Indian Society of Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology – Diabetes Education and Learning) program, helping train future diabetes educators. She has also served as a faculty member at St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore.

With numerous national and international publications, Dr. Avani is a well-respected figure in academic circles and is known for her meticulous approach to clinical care. Her warm, empathetic interactions make her especially popular among children and parents alike.

  • MD Pediatrics – PGIMER, Chandigarh

  • Fellowship in Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology – IGICH, Bangalore

  • Bronze Medal Awardee – Academic Excellence at PGIMER

  • Faculty – ISPAE IDEAL Program

  • Former Faculty – St. John’s Medical College

  • Fulminant Hepatic Failure in Wilson Disease – Journal of Postgraduate Medicine

  • Gene Variations in Pediatric IRIDA Phenotype – British Journal of Haematology

  • Islet Autoantibodies in Type 1 Diabetes – Indian J. Endocrinology & Metabolism

  • Plasma Hepcidin Levels in Children – Indian Pediatrics

  • Genetic Mutation in Severe Sideroblastic Anemia – J. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

  • Fetal Hydantoin Syndrome – The Journal of Pediatrics

  • Sino-orbital Mucormycosis in Type 1 Diabetes – Cape News

Key Skills & Areas of Expertise

Pediatric Type 1 & Type 2 Diabetes

Obesity & Metabolic Disorders

Growth Disorders and Short Stature

Thyroid Disorders

Neonatal Endocrinology

Genetic & Syndromic Endocrine Conditions

Early or Delayed Puberty

Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)

Adrenal & Pituitary Gland Disorders

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We understand that navigating your child’s hormonal health can raise many questions. This section addresses common concerns about pediatric endocrinology, from growth and puberty issues to diabetes and thyroid care. These FAQs are designed to provide clarity, build confidence, and help you understand when and why to consult a pediatric endocrinologist like Dr. Avani Hegde.

A pediatric endocrinologist specializes in hormone-related disorders in children. Consult Dr. Avani if your child has growth issues, diabetes, thyroid problems, or early/delayed puberty.

Yes, she provides specialized, long-term care for children with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including education, insulin therapy, and lifestyle support.

 

Short stature can result from hormonal, nutritional, or genetic factors. A consultation with Dr. Avani will help evaluate growth patterns and identify possible concerns.

The doctor will assess medical history, growth charts, hormonal profiles, and may suggest specific tests. Personalized treatment or monitoring plans are provided based on the diagnosis.

Yes. Conditions like hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis can occur in children. Early detection and treatment are key, and Dr. Avani specializes in managing such cases.

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