Dr Arjun Satapute
Consultant Pulmonologist
MBBS, MD (Pulmonary Medicine), FCCP (USA), Fellow Interventional Pulmonology
Department: Pulmonology
Medical Council Number: KMC 84599
*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
18+
Years of Experience
Consultation Type
In-Clinic | Teleconsultation
Languages
English | Hindi | Kannada
Overview
Dr Arjun Satapute is a Consultant Pulmonologist, Interventional Pulmonologist in Whitefield, Bengaluru, with 18 years of overall medical experience and 13 years of specialist experience in respiratory medicine. He manages the full range of lung and respiratory conditions- asthma, COPD, tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease, sleep disorders, and pleural conditions and brings a clinical depth that is relatively rare in a neighbourhood outpatient setting in Bengaluru.
He completed his MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bangalore, and his MD in Pulmonary Medicine from Government Medical College and Hospital, Amritsar, a programme with strong clinical exposure to both infectious pulmonary conditions and complex respiratory disease.
Patients can consult Dr Arjun Satapute for any respiratory or chest-related concern, a persistent cough that has not been properly investigated, breathlessness on exertion, wheezing or recurrent chest infections, suspected asthma or COPD, abnormal chest X-ray findings, tuberculosis assessment or follow-up, or sleep-related breathing problems such as snoring and suspected obstructive sleep apnoea. His background in sleep medicine makes him particularly well placed to help patients whose fatigue, poor sleep, or morning headaches may have a respiratory cause that has gone undiagnosed. A specialist opinion at the primary care level before a patient ends up admitted to a hospital is exactly what access to Dr Arjun Satapute at RxDx makes possible.
At RxDx Clinics, Whitefield, Bengaluru, patients in the Whitefield and ITPL area with respiratory concerns from a simple recurrent chest infection to a complex lung diagnosis that needs a clear management plan will find in Dr Arjun Satapute a specialist who combines international-level training with the time and accessibility of a neighbourhood clinic.
Areas of Expertise
- Respiratory Medicine & Pulmonology
- Asthma Diagnosis & Management
- COPD Assessment & Management
- Tuberculosis (TB) Management
- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
- Sleep Medicine & Sleep Apnoea
- Pleural Conditions
- Respiratory Allergy & Infections
Conditions Treated
- Asthma and wheezing
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Tuberculosis and post-TB lung conditions
- Interstitial lung disease (ILD)
- Recurrent chest infections and bronchitis
- Pleural effusion assessment
- Obstructive sleep apnoea and snoring
- Breathlessness and exertional dyspnoea
- Persistent cough
- Respiratory allergies
Procedures & Services
- Pulmonology consultation and respiratory assessment
- Asthma diagnosis and management plan
- COPD assessment and long-term management
- TB evaluation, initiation, and follow-up
- ILD assessment and investigation planning
- Breathlessness and chest symptom workup
- Sleep apnoea assessment and counselling
- Spirometry assessment and referral
- Chest X-ray and scan review
- Allergy and respiratory allergy evaluation
Qualification
- MBBS – Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (BMCRI), Bangalore (2008)
- MD (Pulmonary Medicine) – Government Medical College and Hospital, Amritsar (2013)
- FACCP – Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST), USA (2021)
- Member – Indian Chest Society
- Member – American College of Chest Physicians
- Member – European Respiratory Society (ERS)
Language Spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
Locations
RxDx Clinics, Whitefield
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When should I consult Dr Arjun Satapute?
You can consult him if you have a persistent cough, breathlessness, wheezing, snoring, disturbed sleep, recurrent chest infections, chest discomfort, or any concern related to your lungs, breathing, or sleep health.
What are Dr Arjun Satapute’s areas of expertise?
He specialises in Respiratory Medicine, Interventional Pulmonology, and Sleep Medicine, with expertise in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease (ILD), respiratory emergencies, bronchoscopy, and sleep-related breathing disorders.
What conditions does he commonly help manage?
He commonly manages asthma, COPD, tuberculosis (TB), interstitial lung disease, sleep apnoea, recurrent respiratory infections, chronic cough, breathlessness, and other acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
When should I seek medical advice for a persistent cough?
You should seek medical advice if a cough lasts for more than a few weeks, recurs frequently, is associated with breathlessness, chest pain, weight loss, blood in the sputum, or affects your daily activities.
What are the common symptoms of asthma?
Asthma may cause wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing, particularly at night or early in the morning, and symptoms that worsen with exercise, allergens, or respiratory infections.
What is sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a sleep-related breathing disorder characterised by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. Common symptoms include loud snoring, poor-quality sleep, daytime fatigue, morning headaches, and excessive daytime sleepiness.
What is interstitial lung disease (ILD)?
Interstitial lung disease refers to a group of conditions that cause inflammation or scarring of the lung tissue, which may lead to breathlessness, a persistent dry cough, and reduced lung function.
What is a bronchoscopy?
Bronchoscopy is a procedure that allows a specialist to examine the airways using a thin flexible camera. It may be recommended to investigate persistent cough, lung infections, abnormal imaging findings, or other respiratory concerns.
What should I expect during my first pulmonology consultation?
During your consultation, he will review your symptoms, medical history, medications, lifestyle factors, and any previous investigations before recommending appropriate tests and a personalized treatment plan.
Should I bring previous medical records and test reports?
Yes, previous chest X-rays, CT scans, pulmonary function test reports, sleep study reports, laboratory investigations, prescriptions, and discharge summaries can help provide a more comprehensive assessment.
Where can I consult Dr Arjun Satapute?
He is available for consultation at RxDx Clinics, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
