Dr. K. Sankar

• Medical Officer: SHAR, Sriharikota (1991–1993)

• Civil Assistant Surgeon/Tutor: Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada (1993–1997)

• Registrar: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada (since 2017)

• Consultant Pulmonologist: Private practice in Amaravathi Township, Mangalagiri

• Published multiple studies on pulmonary diseases and treatment protocols, with a particular focus on tuberculosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

• Conducted research on the impact of air quality on respiratory health in rural and urban areas of Andhra Pradesh.

• Active participant in clinical trials aimed at improving outcomes for lung cancer patients.

Dr. K. Sankar has made significant contributions to the field of pulmonology with a focus on respiratory diseases prevalent in India. He has co-authored several impactful studies, including "Impact of Air Pollution on Pulmonary Health in Rural India," published in the Indian Journal of Pulmonology in 2020, which explored the relationship between air quality and respiratory health in rural populations. Another notable work, "New Advances in Tuberculosis Treatment: A Decade of Progress," published in the Journal of Clinical Respiratory Medicine in 2018, discusses the evolving approaches to tuberculosis management over the years. His research on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly the study titled "COPD in the Indian Population: Epidemiology and Management," published in the Indian Journal of Chest Diseases and Allied Sciences in 2015, is highly regarded for its focus on the rising incidence of COPD in India and effective treatment strategies. Additionally, Dr. Sankar has contributed to the literature on smoking cessation with his study, "Assessment of Smoking Cessation Programs in Urban Settings," published in the Journal of Health Studies in 2012, examining the effectiveness of smoking cessation programs in urban India.