Dr. Changdev Dhakne

Dr. Changdev Dhakne, MBBS, MD (Paediatrics), FNNF, is a compassionate and accomplished Neonatologist and Paediatrician based in Pune. He specializes in the management of critically ill newborns, extremely premature babies, and high-risk neonatal care. With a commitment to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care, Dr.Dhakne ensures that each baby receives personalized attention with the latest neonatal therapies. Education - MBBS from Government Medical College, Nagpur (2018) - MD (Paediatrics) from Ashwini Rural Medical College & Research Center, Solapur (2023) - Fellowship in Neonatology (FNNF) from Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune (2023-24) Accolades and Achievements - Certified in Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Published research on Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia in reputed medical journals - Presented clinical cases at national conferences like MAHANEOCON and PEDICRITICON Expert in Advanced Neonatal Care and High-Risk Newborn Management Dr. Dhakne holds core expertise in neonatal ventilation (including HFOV), neonatal hemodynamic support, and management of complex critical newborns with surgical and cardiac issues. He's also a specialist in developmental follow-up of high-risk and extremely premature babies, ensuring their growth, nutrition , vaccination and neurodevelopmental outcomes. Advanced Neonatal Procedures In addition to resuscitation and ventilation management, Dr. Dhakne is highly skilled in procedures like central line insertions (UAC, UVC, PICC), lumbar puncture, exchange transfusions, nitric oxide therapy for PPHN, and chest tube insertions for pneumothorax and pleural effusion. Why Choose Dr. Changdev Dhakne? - Fellowship-trained Neonatologist from Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune - Expertise in managing extremely premature and critically ill newborns - Skilled in advanced neonatal ventilation, resuscitation, and neonatal procedures - Specialist in high-risk newborn follow-up and developmental assessment - Published researcher and active academic contributor in Neonatology - Certified in PALS, Advanced NRP, and Neonatal Simulation workshops - Known for empathetic, parent-friendly care and evidence-based management