Quick answerDr. Naveen R.B is a Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist (M.B.B.S, DCH, Fellowship in Neonatology, PGPN Boston) with 23+ years of experience. He was a Senior Consultant at Cloudnine Hospital, Whitefield, where he started the Neonatology department in 2016, and now practises at Little Krishna Speciality Clinic, 80 ft Road, Kodihalli (HAL 3rd Stage), opposite ISRO, Indiranagar, Bengaluru.
Qualifications and registration
- M.B.B.S – Sri Siddhartha Medical College, Tumkur (2000)
- DCH (Diploma in Child Health, post-graduation) – JJM Medical College, Davangere (2005)
- Fellowship in Neonatology – Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum (2010–11)
- PGPN, Pediatric Nutrition – Boston University School of Medicine, USA (2021)
- Registration – Karnataka Medical Council, Reg. No. 62016 (2002)
- Memberships – Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP), Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Experience
- Cloudnine Hospital, Whitefield, Bengaluru – Senior Consultant Neonatologist & Pediatrician and in-charge of Neonatology. Started and built the Neonatology department in 2016.
- Muthoot Health Care, Kerala (2010–2014) – Senior Consultant Neonatologist & Pediatrician and Head of Pediatrics & Neonatology. Helped set up a NABH-accredited, 15-bed Level 3 NICU in a 500-bed hospital.
- Earlier posts (2006–2009) – Consultant Pediatrician at Karunalaya Hospital, Poyanil Hospital and Muthoot Medical Centre.
- Special expertise – care of extremely preterm and low-birth-weight babies, and their follow-up after the NICU.
- Training – trained under Dr M.L. Kulkarni, a recipient of the Dr B.C. Roy Award.
- Publications – contributor to An Atlas of Neonatology; published articles on rare cases.
What he helps with
- Newborn check-ups, jaundice and weight follow-up, feeding support
- Follow-up of preterm, low-birth-weight and NICU graduate babies
- Childhood vaccinations (vaccination schedule)
- Fever, cough, cold, stomach upsets and other common childhood illnesses
- Growth, development and milestone reviews
- Nutrition, weaning and picky-eating advice (PGPN, Boston University)
- Video call consultations for follow-ups and advice
Languages
Kannada, English, Hindi, Marathi, Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Tulu, Urdu and Konkani.
What parents say
From Google reviews of Little Krishna Speciality Clinic:
“We have been consulting Dr. Naveen for both of our children since they were born, covering everything from routine checkups to vaccinations. He has a wonderful way of explaining medical issues clearly.”Santosh Kumar, Google review
“He patiently listens to all our concerns and explains everything in detail. He gives very helpful information and guidance, especially for new parents.”Bhavana Manne, Google review
“He is straightforward, honest, and genuinely caring — no drama, no unnecessary hype. Always suggests simple, effective treatments and gives the best advice.”Arpit Gupta, Google review
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Dr. Naveen R.B on other platforms
- Practo profile (medical registration verified)
- Lybrate profile
- Little Krishna Speciality Clinic on Google Maps
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Naveen R.B a pediatrician or a neonatologist?
Both. Dr. Naveen R.B is a Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist: he holds a DCH in child health and a Fellowship in Neonatology, and cares for newborns, babies and children.
Where does Dr. Naveen R.B practise?
At Little Krishna Speciality Clinic, #2217, 80 ft Road, Kodihalli, HAL 3rd Stage, opposite ISRO, Indiranagar, Bengaluru – 560008.
What are Dr. Naveen R.B's consultation timings?
Clinic visits Monday to Saturday 10 AM – 1:30 PM and 6 – 9 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 1 PM. Video calls Monday to Saturday 9 – 10 AM, 5 – 6 PM and 9 – 10 PM, Sunday 9 – 10 AM.
Is Dr. Naveen R.B a registered doctor?
Yes. Dr. Naveen R.B is registered with the Karnataka Medical Council (Reg. No. 62016, 2002) and is a member of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) and the Indian Medical Association (IMA).
Did Dr. Naveen R.B work at Cloudnine Hospital?
Yes. He was a Senior Consultant Neonatologist and Pediatrician at Cloudnine Hospital, Whitefield, where he started the Neonatology department in 2016.