Dr. Dhruv Talwar is a dedicated and highly qualified specialist in Pulmonology, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine with over 5 years of rich clinical, academic, and research experience. He completed his MBBS from Sharda University, securing a First Division, and pursued his MD in General Medicine from the Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences. Furthering his sub-specialty expertise in complex chest and critical care medicine, Dr. Talwar completed his DM in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Dr. Talwar currently practices as a Consultant in Pulmonology and Critical Care at the Metro Centre for Respiratory Diseases, Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida. He possesses extensive experience in managing acute hypoxemic respiratory failure, severe COPD, asthma, critical illness sequelae, and complex pulmonary disorders. An active researcher and scholar, Dr. Talwar has authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications in reputable national and international medical journals.

Areas of Expertise

• Pulmonary & Chest Medicine (Severe COPD, Asthma, Pneumonia, Tuberculosis, Bronchiectasis)
• Critical Care & Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Management (Acute Respiratory Failure, ARDS, Sepsis Care)
• Non-Invasive & Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
• Sleep Medicine & Sleep-Disordered Breathing (CPAP/BiPAP Therapy, Sleep Apnea)
• Diagnostic & Interventional Pulmonology (Bronchoscopy, Pleural Procedures)
• Post-COVID-19 Pulmonary Complications & Rehabilitation

Education

• DM (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine) – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
• MD (General Medicine) – Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences
• MBBS – Sharda University

Experience

• Consultant – Pulmonology & Critical Care – Metro Centre for Respiratory Diseases, Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida (Present)
• Senior Resident / DM Fellow – Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine – All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
• Resident / Consultant Medical Practitioner – Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences & Associated Teaching Hospitals

Accomplishments

• Book Chapter Contribution: Co-authored book chapter titled “Non-Invasive Ventilation in Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure” in ICU Management and Protocols (2022).
• Extensive Peer-Reviewed Publications: Author of several high-impact research studies in international and national medical journals, including:
• 1. Vanishing lung syndrome masquerading as pneumothorax in a young smoker: Now you see me, now you do not. – Lung India (2022).
• 2. Association of serum ferritin with COVID-19 in a cross-sectional study of 200 intensive care unit patients in a rural hospital. – Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (2022).
• 3. Fulminant dengue hepatitis in sickle cell disease: Recovery against the odds. – Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care (2022).
• 4. Implication of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on the severity and outcome of covid-19 in rural India. – Medical Science (2022).
• 5. Critical illness polyneuropathy as a sequelae of COVID-19. – Global Journal of Infectious Diseases (2022).
• 6. Paradoxical cause of weaning failure: Post tracheostomy foreign body causing non-resolving pneumonia. – Respirology (2022).

Memberships

• Member: Indian Chest Society (ICS)
• Member: National College of Chest Physicians (NCCP), India
• Member: Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM)
• Registered Medical Practitioner: Delhi Medical Council (DMC) / Uttar Pradesh Medical Council

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who is Dr. Dhruv Talwar and what is his academic background?

Ans: Dr. Dhruv Talwar is an expert Pulmonologist and Critical Care Specialist with over 5 years of experience. He completed his MBBS from Sharda University, MD in General Medicine from Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences, and earned his DM in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine from AIIMS. He is currently practicing as a Consultant at Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida.

Q2. What respiratory and chest conditions does Dr. Dhruv Talwar treat at Metro Hospital, Noida?

Ans: Dr. Dhruv Talwar specializes in diagnosing and treating complex chest and lung disorders, including:

• Severe Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Bronchiectasis.
• Pneumonia, Tuberculosis (TB), and Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILD).
• Sleep Apnea, Snoring, and Sleep-Disordered Breathing.
• Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure, ARDS, and Sepsis in critical care settings.
• Post-COVID pulmonary complications and lung rehabilitation.

Q3. Does Dr. Dhruv Talwar offer treatment for Sleep Apnea and Sleep Disorders in Noida?

Ans: Yes, Dr. Dhruv Talwar is specially trained in Sleep Medicine from AIIMS. He provides comprehensive diagnostic sleep evaluations (Polysomnography) and non-invasive therapy management (CPAP/BiPAP) for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea, severe snoring, and daytime fatigue.

Q4. Which hospital in Noida Sector 11 is best for advanced pulmonology and ICU critical care?

Ans: Metro Centre for Respiratory Diseases at Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida is a premier facility for comprehensive lung care. Under the expertise of AIIMS-trained Dr. Dhruv Talwar, patients receive advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy, ventilator care, and evidence-based treatment for acute and chronic respiratory illnesses.

Q5. What are the OPD timings and appointment booking details for Dr. Dhruv Talwar?

Ans: Dr. Dhruv Talwar is available for consultation at Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida. To book an OPD appointment, you can call the hospital helpline at +91 8447 666 333 or visit www.metrohospitals.com.

Q6. Where can I find an AIIMS-trained Chest Specialist / Pulmonologist near me in Sector 11, Noida?

Ans: You can consult Dr. Dhruv Talwar at Metro Hospital & Heart Institute, Sector 11, Noida. As an AIIMS-trained DM specialist, he brings advanced tertiary care expertise in lung diseases, mechanical ventilation, and sleep medicine to the Delhi-NCR region.