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Senior Medical EditorMBBS, MD, DM (Pulmonary Medicine & Critical Care)

Dr. Randeep Guleria, MBBS, MD, DM

Chairman, Internal Medicine & Respiratory Sciences, Medanta (Former Director, AIIMS New Delhi)

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Delhi Medical Council (DMC) & National Medical Commission (NMC)

Professional Background & Bio

Dr. Randeep Guleria is the Chairman of the Institute of Internal Medicine, Respiratory & Sleep Medicine at Medanta – The Medicity and former Director of AIIMS New Delhi. A Padma Shri awardee and one of India's most respected medical authorities, he oversees preventive healthcare, vaccination literacy, and clinical safety standards at mediguide4u.

Medical Specialization

Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, Critical Care, Sleep Medicine, Preventive Health

Clinical Experience

35+ Years Clinical Practice, Pulmonology & Public Health Governance

Hospital / Clinical Affiliation

Chairman, Institute of Internal Medicine & Respiratory Sciences, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram, Delhi NCR

Education & Medical Training
  • DM in Pulmonary Medicine - Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
  • MD in General Medicine - PGIMER, Chandigarh
  • MBBS - Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC), Shimla
Professional Profiles
Medanta Senior Leadership ProfilePubMed Clinical Citations

Academic Thesis & Medical Research

400+ International Papers & Respiratory Textbooks
Postgraduate Thesis / Dissertation Title:

“Airway Remodeling, Bronchial Hyperresponsiveness, and Exhaled Nitric Oxide Biomarkers in Chronic Obstructive and Allergic Airway Diseases”

Institution: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh & AIIMS New Delhi

Doctorate of Medicine (DM) superspecialty thesis on non-invasive inflammatory phenotyping of asthma, airway hyperreactivity mechanisms, and standardized protocol-driven mechanical ventilation in acute respiratory distress.

Key Investigative & Clinical Research Domains:
• Bronchial Asthma & COPD Pathophysiological Phenotyping• Sleep-Disordered Breathing & Polysomnography Protocols• Inhaled Corticosteroid Bioavailability & Delivery Devices• Environmental Air Pollution & Lung Function Trajectories

Clinical Areas Reviewed for mediguide4u:

Preventive Health Checkups & Biomarker PanelsAdult & Childhood Immunization SchedulesRespiratory Health, Asthma & COPD ManagementSleep Hygiene, Apnea & Circadian HealthInfectious Disease Prevention & Infection Control
Conflict-of-Interest & Editorial Independence Disclosure

Dr. Guleria reports zero commercial pharmaceutical ties or device manufacturer sponsorships. Guided strictly by medically-reviewed evidence and national health protocols.

Guides Medically Reviewed by Dr. Randeep Guleria, MBBS, MD, DM

Verified for medical accuracy, safety guidelines, and clinical evidence.

6 Reviewed
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Clinical Symptoms, Neurotransmitters, and TherapyMental Health & Sleep Science
2026-08-1110 min read

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Clinical Symptoms, Neurotransmitters, and Therapy

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a severe, debilitating neuropsychiatric condition characterized by persistent depressed mood, pervasive anhedonia, and cognitive-affective impairment. Explore modern neurobiological mechanisms beyond the simple monoamine hypothesis—including neuroinflammation, HPA axis dysregulation, BDNF-mediated synaptic atrophy, evidence-based psychotherapy, and modern pharmacotherapies.

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Adult ADHD: Diagnostic Symptoms, Executive Dysfunction, and Daily Coping StrategiesMental Health & Sleep Science
2026-08-0910 min read

Adult ADHD: Diagnostic Symptoms, Executive Dysfunction, and Daily Coping Strategies

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adults is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder of the brain's executive functioning system, affecting approximately 4–5% of the adult population. Explore the neurobiology of prefrontal dopamine and norepinephrine signaling, the manifestations of adult executive dysfunction, clinical diagnostic evaluations (ASRS v1.1), and multimodal medical and behavioral management.

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Childhood Asthma: Recognizing Symptoms, Inhaler Techniques, and Action PlansPreventive Care & Diagnostics
2026-08-0510 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 SignsPreventive Care & Diagnostics
2026-08-0310 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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Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer's vs. Normal Age-Related Memory ChangesSenior Healthcare & Longevity
2026-07-2810 min read

Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer's vs. Normal Age-Related Memory Changes

Dementia is an umbrella clinical syndrome characterized by progressive cognitive decline severe enough to interfere with independent daily functioning. Explore the neuropathological hallmarks of Alzheimer's Disease (extracellular amyloid-beta plaques and intracellular hyperphosphorylated tau neurofibrillary tangles), cognitive screening instruments (MoCA, Mini-Cog), reversible pseudo-dementias, and disease-modifying monoclonal antibody therapies.

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HPV Vaccine: Cancer Prevention, Recommended Age Windows, and Safety GuidelinesPreventive Care & Diagnostics
2026-07-1710 min read

HPV Vaccine: Cancer Prevention, Recommended Age Windows, and Safety Guidelines

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide and the direct causative agent of >90% of cervical, anal, oropharyngeal, penile, and vulvar/vaginal cancers. Explore the molecular viral oncoproteins (E6/E7), the 9-valent recombinant vaccine (Gardasil-9), CDC age recommendations (routine ages 9–12 through age 26, and 27–45 via shared clinical decision), and long-term real-world safety.

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Articles Written by Dr. Randeep Guleria, MBBS, MD, DM

Educational healthcare resources created for public health literacy.

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): STOP-Bang Screening, CPAP Therapy, and Heart HealthMental Health & Sleep Science
2026-09-0810 min read

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA): STOP-Bang Screening, CPAP Therapy, and Heart Health

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a chronic sleep-related breathing disorder characterized by recurrent collapse of the upper airway, resulting in nocturnal oxygen desaturations, sympathetic surges, and sleep fragmentation. Review the STOP-Bang screening tool, Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI) severity tiers, CPAP compliance, and cardiovascular sequelae (hypertension, AFib, stroke).

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Adult Immunization Schedule: Clinical Evidence, Schedules & Vaccine LiteracyPreventive Care & Diagnostics
2026-09-0610 min read

Adult Immunization Schedule: Clinical Evidence, Schedules & Vaccine Literacy

Immunization is not just for children. As adults age, antibody titers from childhood vaccines wane, and immunosenescence weakens adaptive immune surveillance. Explore the official CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) adult schedule—including Tdap boosters, Shingrix shingles protection, conjugate pneumococcal vaccines, and recombinant HPV guidelines.

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Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix): Two-Dose Schedule, Side Effects, and Eligibility for Adults 50+Preventive Care & Diagnostics
2026-07-1910 min read

Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix): Two-Dose Schedule, Side Effects, and Eligibility for Adults 50+

Herpes Zoster (Shingles) is an excruciating, dermatomal viral reactivation disease that affects 1 in 3 adults during their lifetime. Explore the molecular immunology of the recombinant adjuvanted zoster vaccine (Shingrix), the CDC 2-dose intramuscular schedule for adults aged ≥50, clinical prevention of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), and anticipated reactogenicity.

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Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Architecture: Optimizing REM and Deep Sleep CyclesMental Health & Sleep Science
2026-07-0910 min read

Circadian Rhythms and Sleep Architecture: Optimizing REM and Deep Sleep Cycles

Human sleep is orchestrated by two fundamental biological forces: the homeostatic sleep drive (Process S - adenosine accumulation) and the endogenous circadian clock (Process C - master suprachiasmatic nucleus pacemakers). Explore the cellular mechanics of sleep architecture, ultradian 90-minute cycling, the glymphatic waste clearance system, and circadian photobiology optimization protocols.

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