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Physician ReviewerMBBS, MD (Pediatrics), FIAP, FICP

Dr. Krishan Chugh, MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), FIAP

Chairman & Head, Department of Pediatrics, FMRI Gurugram

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ID: DMC-09351

Delhi Medical Council (DMC) & Haryana Medical Council

Professional Background & Bio

Dr. Krishan Chugh is the Chairman and Head of the Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology at Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram. With over 36 years of pediatric clinical practice and pioneering work in pediatric intensive care and interventional pulmonology in North India, he oversees children's healthcare literacy.

Medical Specialization

Pediatrics, Pediatric Pulmonology, Neonatal Care, Childhood Immunizations, Asthma in Children

Clinical Experience

36+ Years Clinical Pediatrics & Neonatology

Hospital / Clinical Affiliation

Chairman & Head, Department of Pediatrics, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, Delhi NCR

Education & Medical Training
  • Fellowship - Indian Academy of Pediatrics (FIAP) & Indian College of Pediatrics (FICP)
  • MD in Pediatrics - Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
  • MBBS - Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi
Professional Profiles
Fortis Pediatrics Faculty ProfilePubMed Pediatric Publications

Academic Thesis & Medical Research

120+ Research Articles in Indexed Pediatric Journals
Postgraduate Thesis / Dissertation Title:

“Diagnostic Utility of Pediatric Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage Cytology in Chronic Stridor and Recurrent Wheeze”

Institution: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh

Pediatric pulmonology dissertation establishing clinical criteria for identifying tracheomalacia, subglottic stenosis, occult foreign body aspiration, and steroid-unresponsive childhood asthma phenotypes.

Key Investigative & Clinical Research Domains:
• Pediatric Interventional Pulmonology & Airway Endoscopy• Severe Refractory Childhood Asthma Action Plans• Neonatal Respiratory Distress & Surfactant Therapeutics• Childhood Vaccination Efficacy & Cold-Chain Immunology

Clinical Areas Reviewed for mediguide4u:

Childhood Growth Charts, Developmental Milestones & Early InterventionPediatric Fever, Croup & Bronchiolitis ManagementNational Immunization Schedule & Travel Vaccines for ChildrenChildhood Nutrition, Solid Food Introduction & Picky EatingPediatric Allergy, Eczema & Asthma Management
Conflict-of-Interest & Editorial Independence Disclosure

Dr. Chugh reports zero corporate or infant food industry conflicts. Adheres strictly to Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) and AAP standards.

Articles Written by Dr. Krishan Chugh, MBBS, MD (Pediatrics), FIAP

Educational healthcare resources created for public health literacy.

7 Authored
Pediatric Nutrition and Growth: Evidence-Based Dietary Guidelines for ChildrenChildren's Health
2026-08-089 min read

Pediatric Nutrition and Growth: Evidence-Based Dietary Guidelines for Children

Optimal pediatric nutrition during the first 1,000 days and early childhood lays the foundation for lifelong cognitive, immunological, and metabolic health. Explore evidence-based guidelines on infant iron stores, neurodevelopmental DHA fatty acids, toddler division of responsibility feeding dynamics, and managing selective eating without mealtime power struggles.

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Childhood Asthma: Recognizing Symptoms, Inhaler Techniques, and Action PlansChildren's Health
2026-08-089 min read

Childhood Asthma: Recognizing Symptoms, Inhaler Techniques, and Action Plans

Childhood asthma is the most common chronic pediatric respiratory condition, characterized by chronic airway inflammation, bronchial hyperreactivity, and variable airflow obstruction. Explore the pathophysiology of type-2 airway inflammation, environmental triggers, proper metered-dose inhaler (MDI) spacer technique, and standardized Asthma Action Plans.

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Pediatric Fever Management: Temperature Thresholds, Antipyretics, and Red-Flag SignsChildren's Health
2026-08-089 min read

Pediatric Fever Management: Temperature Thresholds, Antipyretics, and Red-Flag Signs

Fever in children is one of the most common reasons for parental anxiety ('fever phobia') and pediatric emergency visits. Explore the neurophysiology of the hypothalamic set-point elevation, accurate temperature measurement modalities by age, weight-based antipyretic dosing (Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen), febrile seizures, and critical red-flag symptoms requiring emergency medical care.

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Common Childhood Rashes: Eczema, Hand-Foot-Mouth, and Viral ExanthemsChildren's Health
2026-08-089 min read

Common Childhood Rashes: Eczema, Hand-Foot-Mouth, and Viral Exanthems

Cutaneous eruptions (rashes) are among the most frequent clinical presentations in pediatric primary care. Explore the morphological identification, clinical course, and evidence-based management of Atopic Dermatitis (eczema), Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease (Coxsackievirus), Roseola infantum, Erythema Infectiosum (Fifth Disease), and life-threatening non-blanching petechiae/purpura.

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Childhood Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Fluid vs. Infection, Antibiotics, and Ear TubesChildren's Health
2026-09-089 min read

Childhood Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Fluid vs. Infection, Antibiotics, and Ear Tubes

Ear infections are the most common reason for pediatric antibiotic prescriptions, yet over 70% of middle ear fluid cases resolve spontaneously. Differentiate Acute Otitis Media (AOM) from Otitis Media with Effusion (OME), understand American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) watchful waiting criteria, amoxicillin dosing, and indications for tympanostomy ear tubes.

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Pediatric Dehydration: Signs of Fluid Loss in Infants, Oral Rehydration (ORS), and Red FlagsChildren's Health
2026-09-099 min read

Pediatric Dehydration: Signs of Fluid Loss in Infants, Oral Rehydration (ORS), and Red Flags

Infants and young children have higher metabolic rates, greater body surface area-to-mass ratios, and immature renal concentrating capacity, making them exceptionally vulnerable to rapid dehydration during acute viral gastroenteritis. Review the Clinical Dehydration Scale (CDS), wet diaper frequency, oral rehydration therapy (Pedialyte/ORS syringe protocols), and emergency red-flag indicators.

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Childhood Food Allergies: IgE Mechanisms, Early Allergen Introduction, and AnaphylaxisChildren's Health
2026-09-109 min read

Childhood Food Allergies: IgE Mechanisms, Early Allergen Introduction, and Anaphylaxis

Food allergies affect roughly 8% of children, driven by IgE-mediated mast cell activation against dietary proteins. Review the 'Top 9' allergens, the paradigm shift toward early infant allergen introduction (LEAP trial guidelines), skin prick vs. serum specific IgE testing, and emergency intramuscular epinephrine administration for anaphylaxis.

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