Little Ones Pediatric Clinic

03/05/2026

April Specials!
Exclusive Asthma Training Module at the iconic Kauvery AVM Heritage center, Vadapalani- it will forever remain one of the most cherished events of my tenure! Grateful beyond words to Aravinthan Sir and Iyyappan Sir for their unstinted support!
Pneumoconclave 2026 with my CCB family- an absolute hit just like last year! Participated in a PICU panel discussion with legendary teacher Thangavelu Sir and two other PICU superstars! What a day!
On Air with AIR FM Rainbow! - Immunization Week Special on Hello Doctor live show! Third time is a charm!
"Still pinching myself—this month has been too good to be true, and yet, here it is!"

06/04/2026

"The March Of Academics"
That's what it was!
7th: Faculty role in the Autcon pre-conference workshop for teachers at MCTM Senior Secondary School, plus Obesity Day special.
15th: Immune Pearls in Practical Vaccinology—scientific sessions at their peak!
22nd: 10 glorious years of Autcon—judged posters and panel discussion with a legendary teacher, dynamite of a president, and seasoned developmental pediatrician.
What a month! Cheers to my IAP Chennai City Branch family!

15/03/2026

A fantastic start to March!
Peds Gastro Update, a collaborative of the ISPGHAN , IAP Chennai City Branch and the Pediatric Gastroenterology Foundation: Participated as Faculty in a panel discussion on H2RAs in Practice with the legendary teacher, Dr PRC Sir as moderator.
Fulfilled my Branch Secretary duties too- an absolute honor sharing the stage with stalwarts from IAP and ISPGHAN! Special mention to IAP TNSC President Dr. Somasundaram Sir, who incidentally was my former CCB President as well!

01/03/2026

Growth Symposium on February 8th, 2026
What a day!
Chaired a wonderful short stature session, cheered stellar PG case presentations with appreciation certificates, and basked in a full house of pediatric endocrinology legends!
Deeply grateful to the IAP CCB family I proudly belong to!

23/01/2026

Starting 2026 on a high note!

Humbled and honoured to be elected Secretary of the IAP Chennai City Branch for 2026-27. Grateful to my seniors for the faith they've reposed in me!

National Pedicon Kolkata was a wonderful blend of academics and camaraderie. Fortunate to speak on a GDB panel alongside a stellar cast! The city of joy brought back fond memories of 2013 when I won the Dr SS Manchanda research award!

God has been kind—feeling absolutely blessed!

20/01/2026

From My Desk!

The article explains how children can be accidentally harmed in their own homes. It lists the top home hazards and how to guard against them.

04/12/2025

October NewsFeed
"Where Caring Meets the Adventure of Growing Up"
Conducted an engaging interactive session on "Handling puberty and adolescence" for 6th to 8th standard students and parents at Vidya Mandir, Mylapore, alongside the dynamic Dr. Karpagambal. Full house, a happy heart, and a truly impactful day—all checked!
Dr Lakshmi Prashanth

31/10/2025

"Hospital Diaries"
ORS, Breastfeeding and Women/Adolescent Wellness!!
Just 2 words to describe how Aug and Sept went by- Powerfully Meaningful!!!

26/08/2025

The IAP TNSC Pedicon 2025 at Coimbatore was a stellar event- wonderful speakers, a thoughfully curated scientific program, meticulous planning, seamless ex*****on and warm Kongu hospitality.
Absolutely thrilled to have been a faculty at what will undoubtedly be the 'perfect' conference in a long time!
Immensely grateful to my seniors and well wishers for this honour.
Dr Lakshmi Prashanth

13/07/2025

It has been an honor and a privilege to serve on the editorial board of the IJPP. Each year, the IJPP annual conference brings together academically passionate doctors, fostering a vibrant exchange of knowledge and ideas. Absolutely delighted to have been a part of the organizing committee and as one of the academic editors for this year’s book release, titled "Tropical Infections in Children", continuing the esteemed tradition of the IJPP. My gratitude to my seniors in the journal committee!
Dr Lakshmi Prashanth

06/06/2025

Holidaying and Academics-
Doesn’t get any better than this when you have both!
Moderated a Mixed Bag Ped Gastroenterology panel discussion at Yuva Pedicon, Kanyakumari. The charm of tranquil Kanyakumari and it's serene beauty was other worldly! Thankful to my seniors, colleagues and well wishers from my IAP academic circles.
God has been kind!
Dr Lakshmi Prashanth

28/05/2025

Grand Rounds, May 4,2025- A day to remember!
Humbled to have been a part of an academic extravaganza featuring the most celebrated "Teacher of Teachers", Dr Amdekar Sir, someone the entire medical fraternity looks up to for his humility, values and yen for excellence.
Grateful to my seniors and mentors from IAP CCB!