Dr. Urmila Deshmukh
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About Me
Dr. Urmila is a distinguished healthcare professional with over 25 years of experience in clinical and research settings, specializing in lactation, maternal-child nutrition, child growth and body composition, and the early life origins of non-communicable diseases.
Throughout her career, Dr. Urmila has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to promoting the health and well-being of children and their families. Her extensive knowledge and expertise in lactation and maternal-child nutrition have helped countless mothers overcome breastfeeding challenges and provide optimal nutrition to their babies.
Dr. Urmila’s expertise also extends to child growth and body composition, an area critical to ensuring children develop optimally and achieve their full potential. She uses a comprehensive approach that considers the child’s genetics, environment, and nutritional status to optimize growth and development.
In addition, Dr. Urmila is a recognized expert in the early life origins of non-communicable diseases. Her research has shed light on how a child’s early nutrition and environment can influence their long-term health outcomes, including the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
Dr. Urmila’s dedication to child healthcare is evident in her extensive research, clinical practice, and advocacy efforts. She is committed to advancing the field of child healthcare and improving the lives of children and their families.
Speciality
Pediatrics
Degrees
MBBS, DCH, MD (Pediatrics)
Areas of Expertise
- Lactation
- Maternal-child nutrition
- Child growth and body composition
- Early life origins of non-communicable diseases
University
Solapur University