Jayalakshmi K

Dr. Jayalakshmi K is a dedicated Pediatric Gastroenterologist at Shishuka Children’s Hospital, Kalyan Nagar. With over 12 years of clinical experience, she specializes in the evaluation and management of complex gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents.

Professional Qualifications & Training:
– MBBS: Ambedkar Medical College, 2013 
– MD in Pediatrics:Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health, Bangalore, 2017 
– PDCC in Pediatric Gastroenterology: Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow, 2019

Her keen interest in pediatric digestive and liver disorders led her to undertake subspecialty training in Pediatric Gastroenterology, where she gained expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions.

Clinical Expertise:

Dr. Jayalakshmi’s areas of expertise include:

– Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including very early onset (VEO-IBD) and monogenic gastrointestinal disorders
– Chronic abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and malabsorption syndromes
– Gastrointestinal bleeding and structural abnormalities
– Nutritional and growth-related concerns
– Liver and hepatobiliary diseases in children
– Paediatric endoscopy (diagnostic & therapeutic), with experience in advanced endoscopic procedures
She utilizes minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, ensuring timely and precise management of complex pediatric gastrointestinal conditions.

Research & Academic Contributions:
Dr. Jayalakshmi actively engages in research, with her work focusing on pediatric gastrointestinal disorders. She was awarded first prize at the 5th National Conference of ISPID in March 2021 for her paper on the etiological spectrum of monogenic VEO-IBD. Her research on the higher prevalence of monogenic causes in early-onset IBD has been published in peer-reviewed journals such as the IBD Journal.

Languages & Communication:
Fluent in English, Kannada, and Hindi, Dr. Jayalakshmi ensures clear and compassionate communication with children and their families, making complex medical information accessible and reassuring

Field of Expertise:
– Pediatric Gastroenterology
– Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD, including VEO-IBD)
– Pediatric Endoscopy (Diagnostic & Therapeutic)
– Monogenic Gastrointestinal Disorders
– Chronic Abdominal Pain, Diarrhea, Constipation
– Malabsorption & Nutritional Disorders
– Liver & Hepatobiliary Diseases in Children

Fellowship & Memberships:

– PDCC – Pediatric Gastroenterology, SGPGI, Lucknow
– Member of ISPGHAN – Indian Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
– Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)
– Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Awards & Recognitions:
– First Prize for Paper Presentation on the Etiological Spectrum of Monogenic VEO-IBD at the 5th National Conference of ISPID, March 2021
– Recognized for contributions to pediatric GI research and education

Publications & Presentations:
– “Higher Prevalence of Monogenic Cause Among Very Early Onset IBD in Children: Experience from a Tertiary Care Center in North India,” IBD Journal, January 2023
– “Etiological Evaluation of Children with Global Developmental Delay,” Indian Journal of Pediatrics, 2019
– “Clinical Profile of Neurocutaneous Syndrome in Children,” Award Paper Presentation, State PEDICON 2015
– “Resurgence of Diphtheria in Children,” National PEDICON 2017
– “Endoscopic Sclerotherapy in Children,” Video Presentation, ISPGHAN 2019, Chennai