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Dr. Sreekanth Viswanathan | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Doctareat at Nemours children’s hospital, United States

Author Profile

Dr. Sreekanth K. Viswanathan, MD, MS, FAAP: Pediatrician and Neonatologist Extraordinaire šŸ‘Øā€āš•ļø

Dr. Sreekanth K. Viswanathan is a distinguished pediatrician and neonatologist, currently serving as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and an Attending Neonatologist at Nemours Childrenā€™s Hospital in Orlando, FL. His career, spanning over two decades, is marked by exceptional contributions to pediatric medicine, clinical research, and medical education.

šŸŽ“ Education & Training

Dr. Viswanathan began his medical journey with an MBBS from Calicut Medical College, Kerala, India (1993-2000). He further honed his expertise through rigorous postgraduate training, including residencies and fellowships in neonatology and pediatrics at prestigious institutions such as MetroHealth Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. His educational pursuits also led him to the UKā€™s National Health Service and the Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children in India. Committed to continuous professional development, he earned a Masterā€™s in Clinical Research (MS) from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, and completed the ILS Leadership Institute for Transformational Leadership Development.

šŸ„ Professional Experience

Dr. Viswanathan’s professional journey is defined by his dedication to neonatal care and academic excellence. Since 2019, he has been an integral part of Nemours Childrenā€™s Hospital, where he currently holds the position of Interim Division Chief of Neonatology. His previous roles include serving as an Attending Neonatologist at Nationwide Childrenā€™s Hospital and Rainbow Babies and Childrenā€™s Hospital, among others.

šŸ“š Academic Contributions

As an academic, Dr. Viswanathan has been instrumental in shaping the future of pediatric medicine. He has held various academic appointments, including Assistant Professor positions at Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University. His current role at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine as an Associate Professor underscores his commitment to medical education and mentorship.

šŸ… Awards & Recognition

Dr. Viswanathan’s contributions to pediatric medicine have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. Notable among these are the AAP District X Educational Grant (2022), Pediatric Innovation Award from University Hospitals, Cleveland, OH (2013), and multiple accolades during his residency, including Best Residency Research Award and Best Pediatric Resident.

šŸ”¬ Research Interests & Grants

Dr. Viswanathan’s research focuses on critical areas such as neonatal nutrition, necrotizing enterocolitis, body composition in infants, and oral feeding disorders. He has been the principal investigator and co-investigator on several significant research grants, including NIH Pilot RO1 and multiple intramural grants. His ongoing IRB-approved research projects aim to advance understanding and treatment of feeding and growth issues in high-risk neonates.

āœļø Editorial & Reviewer Roles

An active contributor to scientific literature, Dr. Viswanathan serves as a Topic Editor for DynaMed and a Review Editor for Frontiers of Pediatrics. He is also an Associate Editor for the Journal of Maternal Health, Neonatology, and Perinatology, and reviews for numerous other esteemed journals.

šŸŒ Professional Memberships & Leadership

Dr. Viswanathan is a member of several professional societies, including the Society for Pediatric Research, Dysphagia Research Society, and American Academy of Pediatrics. His leadership roles within these organizations include Co-Chair of the Pediatric Dysphagia Special Interest Group and President of the Association of Kerala Medical Graduates, Florida Chapter.

šŸŒ Citizenship & Licensure

An Indian national and a US Green Card holder, Dr. Viswanathan holds an active medical license from the Florida Board of Medicine and previously held licensure with the State Medical Board of Ohio.

Publication Top Noted:šŸ…

Paper Title: Metabolic bone disease: a continued challenge in extremely low birth weight infants

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, W Khasawneh, K McNelis, C Dykstra, R Amstadt, …
  • Journal: Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
  • Volume: 38
  • Issue: 8
  • Pages: 982-990
  • Year: 2014

Paper Title: Risk factors associated with acute kidney injury in extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, B Manyam, T Azhibekov, MJ Mhanna
  • Journal: Pediatric Nephrology
  • Volume: 27
  • Issue:
  • Pages: 303-311
  • Year: 2012

Paper Title: Standardized slow enteral feeding protocol and the incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis in extremely low birth weight infants

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, K McNelis, D Super, D Einstadter, S Grohā€Wargo, …
  • Journal: Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
  • Volume: 39
  • Issue: 6
  • Pages: 644-654
  • Year: 2015

Paper Title: Survey and evidence based review of probiotics used in very low birth weight preterm infants within the United States

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, C Lau, H Akbari, C Hoyen, MC Walsh
  • Journal: Journal of Perinatology
  • Volume: 36
  • Issue: 12
  • Pages: 1106-1111
  • Year: 2016

Paper Title: Feeding and Swallowing Difficulties in Neonates: Developmental Physiology and Pathophysiology

  • Authors: FSDNDP Pathophysiology
  • Journal: Clinics in Perinatology
  • Volume:
  • Issue:
  • Pages:
  • Year: 2020

Paper Title: Incidence and risk factors of urinary tract infection in very low birth weight infants

    • Authors: C Ruangkit, A Satpute, BA Vogt, C Hoyen, S Viswanathan
    • Journal: Journal of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
    • Volume: 9
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 83-90
    • Year: 2016

Paper Title: Standardized slow enteral feeding protocol reduces necrotizing enterocolitis in micropremies

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, R Merheb, X Wen, M Collin, S Groh-Wargo
  • Journal: Journal of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
  • Volume:
  • Issue:
  • Pages: 1-10
  • Year: 2017

Paper Title: Safety and efficacy of delayed umbilical cord clamping in multiple and singleton premature infants – A quality improvement study

  • Authors: BM Ruangkit, C Moroney, V Viswanathan, S
  • Journal: Journal of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
  • Volume:
  • Issue:
  • Pages: 24
  • Year: 2015

Paper Title: Risk factors associated with the need for a tracheostomy in extremely low birth weight infants

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, A Mathew, A Worth, MJ Mhanna
  • Journal: Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Volume: 48
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 146-150
  • Year: 2013

Paper Title: Transitioning from gavage to full oral feeds in premature infants: When should we discontinue the nasogastric tube?

  • Authors: S Viswanathan, S Jadcherla
  • Journal: Journal of Perinatology
  • Volume: 39
  • Issue: 9
  • Pages: 1257-1262
  • Year: 2019
Dr. Sreekanth Viswanathan | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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