Name: Dr. Zarir F. Udwadia
Specialty: Pulmonologist / Chest Physician
Qualification/Board Certification: MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), DNB (Pulmonology), FCCP (USA), FRCP (London)
Affiliation: P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Breach Candy Hospital Trust
Locations: Mumbai, Maharashtra (India)
Languages Spoken: Not specified (likely English, Hindi)
Accepting New Patients: Please inquire directly
NPI Number: Not applicable
About the Doctor
Dr. Zarir F. Udwadia is one of India’s most eminent pulmonologists and researchers, with decades of experience in respiratory medicine. He is a graduate of Grant Medical College, Mumbai, and completed five years of advanced training in the UK, including at the renowned Brompton Hospital in London.. Dr. Udwadia has struck a unique balance between a busy clinical practice and internationally acclaimed research. He is globally recognized for his pioneering work on drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB), having been the first to report cases of Totally Drug-Resistant TB (TDR-TB) from India in 2012, an achievement that garnered worldwide attention.. He serves as an advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO) and has helped formulate international TB guidelines.. Despite his extensive clinical and research commitments, seeing over 10,000 patients annually, he is known for his empathetic, hands-on approach.. Patients seeking expert care for complex lung conditions, particularly difficult-to-treat tuberculosis, interstitial lung disease (ILD), or sleep disorders, will find an unmatched level of expertise. New patient status should be confirmed by contacting the practice directly.
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Pioneer in the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB, XDR-TB, TDR-TB)
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WHO advisor and core committee member for national COVID-19 and TB policy
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Established the first Sleep Laboratory in Mumbai (1994)
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Over 200 PubMed-indexed publications; listed among the top 2% of respiratory medicine researchers worldwide
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Has given widely viewed TED talks on Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis and COVID-19
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Accepting new patients – please verify with clinic
Education & Training
Medical School – MBBS, Grant Medical College, Mumbai
Residency – MD (Internal Medicine) and DNB (Pulmonology)
Fellowship/Additional Training – FCCP (American College of Chest Physicians, USA), FRCP (Royal College of Physicians, London); five years of specialized training in the UK, including at Brompton Hospital, London
Medical Conditions Treated
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Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB, XDR-TB, TDR-TB)
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Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), including Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
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Asthma (including difficult-to-control asthma)
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) / Emphysema
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Pneumonia and other pulmonary infections
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Sarcoidosis
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Sleep disorders (Obstructive Sleep Apnea, insomnia)
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COVID-19 and post-COVID pulmonary complications
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Bronchiectasis
Medical Procedures Performed
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Bronchoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)
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Polysomnography (sleep study)
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Pulmonary function testing (spirometry, DLCO)
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Management of non-invasive ventilation (CPAP/BiPAP)
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Thoracentesis and pleural procedures
Services Offered
Dr. Zarir F. Udwadia provides a comprehensive range of services for patients with complex and chronic respiratory conditions. His practice is centered at Hinduja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai, with physical consultations available by prior appointment.. For patients unable to visit in person, Dr. Udwadia offers online tele/video consultations in the evenings, which can be booked via the MyHealthcare mobile app.. He specializes in second-opinion consultations for severe or treatment-resistant lung diseases, including management of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and interstitial lung disease (ILD). Patients receive evidence-based, individualized treatment plans, often informed by the latest global research. His services also include interpretation of advanced diagnostic tests, chronic disease management (asthma, COPD), sleep disorder evaluation, and preventive pulmonary care.
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Expert management of drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB, XDR-TB, TDR-TB)
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Diagnosis and treatment of interstitial lung disease (ILD) and pulmonary fibrosis
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Management of difficult-to-control asthma and COPD
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Sleep disorder evaluation, including polysomnography (sleep studies) and CPAP therapy
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Bronchoscopy for lung biopsy, foreign body removal, and infection diagnosis
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Comprehensive COVID-19 care and post-COVID pulmonary rehabilitation
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Second-opinion consultations for complex respiratory cases
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Online tele/video consultations available for remote patients
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Pulmonary function testing and respiratory physiotherapy guidance
Practice Locations
Location 1
Hinduja Hospital – Mahim
Address: 8-12, SVS Rd, Veer Savarkar Marg, Mahim West, Near Bombay Scottish School, Mumbai – 400016, Maharashtra
Phone: 022-45108181 (for prior appointment)
Hospital Affiliations
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P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mahim, Mumbai
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Breach Candy Hospital Trust, Mumbai
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Parsee General Hospital, Mumbai (affiliation mentioned in professional background)
Cardiologist
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