Dr. Abhishek Bali

Lead Consultant - Pulmonology, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

MBBS, MD

Dr. Abhishek Bali has been practicing in Siliguri since September 2020 in the field of Pulmonology, Respiratory Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine.

He completed his undergraduate and postgraduate training at AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Mangaluru, a tertiary referral centre in the Dakshina Kannada area.

He completed his Senior Residency at the prestigious Father Muller Medical College and Hospital, Mangaluru, after which he underwent a one-year fellowship in Interventional Pulmonology under the mentorship of Dr. Kedar Hibare, Consultant Interventional Pulmonologist at Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre, Bangalore.

He was previously associated as Senior Consultant, Pulmonology, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine, at Neotia Getwel Multispecialty Hospital, Siliguri.

He has the unique distinction of pioneering Interventional Pulmonology in the North Bengal and Sikkim area, such as:

• First medical pleuroscopy
• First balloon bronchoplasty and tracheoplasty
• First tumour debulking in lung cancer
• First indwelling silicone catheter insertion for malignant pleural effusions
• First to introduce cryo-modalities in bronchology
• First to perform regular flexible bronchoscopic foreign body removal in children

He has also been a regular faculty member at Indian Association of Bronchology (IAB) workshops and events, as well as at other national and international conferences.

His vision is to make Siliguri a hub for cutting-edge, state-of-the-art treatment in Pulmonology.

Professional Overview

Dr. Abhishek Bali completed his MBBS and MD in Respiratory Medicine from A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Mangalore, Karnataka. He has undergone specialized training in Medical Pleuroscopy, Chest Ultrasound, Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), and Interventional Pulmonology from CMC Vellore, Tamil Nadu.

He has previously served as:

• Assistant Professor - Respiratory Medicine at A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Mangalore
• Senior Resident Doctor at FMMC, Mangalore
• Consulting Pulmonologist at KIMS Sunrise Hospital, Kasargod, Kerala

Dr. Bali combines academic excellence with extensive clinical experience to deliver advanced respiratory and critical care services.

Areas of Expertise

• Asthma Treatment
• COPD Management
• Obstructive Airway Disease
• Sleep Medicine & Sleep Disorders
• Thoracic Oncology
• Allergy & Immunology
• Smoking Cessation & NRT Clinic
• Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
• Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
• Lung Cancer Staging
• Thoracoscopy & Medical Pleuroscopy
• Critical Care Medicine
• Respiratory Infections
• Chronic Cough & Breathing Problems

Advanced Pulmonary Procedures

Dr. Abhishek Bali is trained in advanced diagnostic and interventional pulmonary procedures including:

• Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
• Medical Thoracoscopy
• Pleuroscopy
• Chest Ultrasound
• Interventional Pulmonology Procedures
• Lung Cancer Evaluation & Staging

These advanced procedures help in accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment planning for complex lung conditions.

Memberships & Associations

Dr. Abhishek Bali is associated with several reputed national and international medical organizations:

• American College of Chest Physicians
• European Respiratory Society
• Indian Chest Society
• Indian Association of Bronchology
• Association of Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Conditions Treated

Dr. Abhishek Bali provides expert treatment for:

• Asthma
• COPD
• Lung Infections
• Sleep Apnea
• Chronic Cough
• Breathing Difficulties
• Lung Cancer
• Allergy-related Respiratory Disorders
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Pleural Diseases
• Smoking-related Lung Conditions

Book an Appointment

Consult Dr. Abhishek Bali for advanced respiratory care, sleep medicine, asthma management, COPD treatment, and pulmonary critical care.