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Dr. Duba Balakrishna

Anaesthesiologist

7 years Experience

MD., IDCCM

Telugu, English, Hindi.

Indus Hospitals 

Maharanipeta, Jagadamba, Visakhapatnam. 530002 

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About 

Dr. Duba Balakrishna is a dedicated Consultant Intensivist and Anaesthesiologist with over a decade of clinical experience in critical care and perioperative medicine. Trained in advanced critical care through the IDCCM fellowship at Seven Hills Hospital, Visakhapatnam, he has successfully managed a wide spectrum of critically ill patients, from septic shock and ARDS to multi-organ dysfunction. His expertise also spans anaesthesia for surgical and peripheral setups, USG-guided interventions, and ICU-based procedures such as percutaneous tracheostomy and advanced airway management.

Areas of Expertise / Clinical Interests :
  • Critical care medicine and intensive monitoring
  • Management of sepsis, ARDS, and ventilator-dependent patients
  • USG-guided CVP and arterial line placement
  • Percutaneous tracheostomy
  • Hemodynamic monitoring and ICU protocol implementation
  • Anaesthesia for general, regional, and emergency procedures
  • Ultrasound-guided nerve blocks
  • Clinical teaching and academic training in Anaesthesia & Critical Care
Educational Background :
  • IDCCM Fellowship – Seven Hills Hospital, Visakhapatnam (2022–2023)
  • MD (Anaesthesiology) – Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences, Amalapuram (2014–2017)
  • MBBS – GSL Medical College, Rajahmundry (2007–2013)
Professional Experience :
  • 2023 – Present: Consultant Intensivist – Seven Hills Hospital, Visakhapatnam
  • 2018 – 2022: Consultant – Department of Critical Care, Indus Hospitals, Visakhapatnam
  • 2019 – 2021: Assistant Professor – Dept. of Anaesthesiology, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Hospital, Visakhapatnam
  • 2019: Senior Resident – Dept. of Anaesthesia, Gayatri Vidya Parishad Hospital
  • 2018 – 2019: Consultant Anaesthesiologist – HCG Pinnacle Hospital, Visakhapatnam
  • 2017 – 2018: Senior Resident – Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
Certifications & Training :
  • Trained in ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • Eligible for IDCCM Teaching Faculty (from June 2025 batch)
  • Specialized in ICU procedures and anaesthetic interventions in high-risk patients
Skills & Strengths :
  • Leadership in ICU team dynamics and emergency care
  • Proficient in managing life-threatening conditions with rapid intervention
  • Experienced in medical equipment handling and anaesthesia technology
  • Strong academic inclination with a passion for teaching
  • Excellent communication, decision-making, and teamwork abilities
Philosophy of Care :
"Critical care is not just about protocols—it’s about timely decisions, compassionate support, and coordinated team effort. My goal is to bring clarity, calm, and clinical precision even in the most chaotic scenarios."
Dr. Duba Balakrishna
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