Pulmonology in India: Salary, Jobs, Private Practice & Future Scope | Dr. Deepanjali

Find your calm with Safe Space for Doctors: https://dishapublication.com/collecti... A symbol of the medical community:https://shop.inspiredbydreams.org/pro... In this episode of The Nachiket Bhatia Show, Dr. Nachiket Bhatia sits down with Dr. Deepanjali Sharma, a consultant pulmonologist trained at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), to explore the realities of building a career in Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine. Pulmonology is often considered one of the most demanding and male-dominated medical specialities. From managing critical lung diseases to dealing with high-pressure hospital environments, the field requires resilience, clinical expertise, and strong decision-making. Dr. Deepanjali Sharma with experience across India, the NHS, and international healthcare systems, is also a TEDx speaker, best-selling author of three pulmonary medicine books, and a mentor to over 25,000 doctors online, helping young medical professionals explore unconventional career paths beyond traditional clinical routes. Know more about Dr. Deepanjali Sharma: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_dpanjali... What we discuss in this episode: • The reality of being a woman in the male-dominated field of pulmonology • Residency life at BHU and the challenges faced during training • General medicine vs respiratory medicine and when to pursue DM pulmonology • Career growth, earnings, and financial reality of pulmonologists • Global opportunities for doctors- NHS vs India healthcare systems About the Host: Dr. Nachiket Bhatia is an angel investor, 3× TEDx speaker, and motivational educator for India’s medical community. Recognized in Times 40 Under 40 and featured by Forbes among the Top 10 Most Innovative CEOs (2020), he focuses on helping doctors gain clarity beyond exams, careers, and unconventional pathways in medicine. Follow Dr. Nachiket Bhatia: Instagram:   / dr.nachiketbhatia   Twitter: https://x.com/bhatia_nachiket Timestamps: 00:00 – Episode Trailer 01:05 – Introduction 02:27 – Journey as a Woman in Pulmonology 06:53 – What Makes BHU Unique for Medical Training 10:35 – Is Pulmonology a Male-Dominated Branch? 13:18 – Residency Life & Toxic Culture in BHU 21:00 – General Medicine vs Respiratory Medicine 22:48 – When Should You Choose DM Pulmonology? 27:28 – Personality Traits Needed for Pulmonology 31:02 – Career Strategy After MD Pulmonology 40:00 – Earnings of a Pulmonologist 43:10 – NHS vs India: Key Differences for Doctors 56:57 – Future of Pulmonology & Respiratory Medicine 57:40 – Rapid Fire Round