Pediatrics & Neonatology · Mangaluru
I'm Dr. Anup Itihas G B — MD Pediatrics with specialisation in Neonatology. I look after newborns and children with gentle, attentive, evidence-based care, including advanced neonatal intensive care.
MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) · Karnataka Medical Council Reg. No. 120066
5.074 Google reviews
Most families meet me on the hardest day of their lives — a baby born too soon, too small, or not breathing. My job is to be the calm in that room: to make the right call fast, and to keep a family hopeful while their newborn fights. The little ones below are some of those babies — and every one of them went home.
Real babies, real families — a few of the journeys we've been trusted with.
Born smaller than a bottle of water, this tiny warrior fought through the many challenges of extreme prematurity. After weeks of unwavering care, countless milestones, and incredible resilience, the day finally came when the baby went home in the arms of loving parents.
A newborn arrived critically ill with severe kidney failure caused by an undiagnosed urinary tract obstruction. Through intensive care, round-the-clock monitoring, and timely surgical intervention, a life that hung in the balance was given a second chance.
What began as a severe newborn infection turned out to be a rare congenital condition — posterior urethral valves. Early diagnosis and coordinated neonatal and surgical care transformed a frightening beginning into a hopeful future.
A fragile newborn developed rapidly worsening jaundice due to anti-c blood-group incompatibility — a rare, serious condition where the mother’s antibodies were attacking the baby’s red blood cells. With intensive phototherapy, close monitoring, and dedicated care, the team prevented complications. Thanks to early diagnosis and treatment, the baby recovered and went home safe and well.
After a long and emotional journey to conceive, this precious baby entered the world facing an unexpected emergency — a shoulder stuck during delivery meant the baby was born not crying and needed immediate, life-saving neonatal resuscitation. From those anxious first moments to the joy of follow-up visits, watching this little one grow into a normally developing child has been one of our most rewarding journeys.
Born ten weeks too soon, these twins spent their first weeks surrounded by incubators instead of cradles. With dedicated NICU care, they grew stronger each day until the moment they could finally leave the hospital together and begin life at home with their family.
After being admitted to five hospitals within the first month of life, this fragile newborn faced overwhelming challenges — seizures, brain infection, intracranial bleeding, and severe weight loss. Through timely diagnosis, prolonged intensive treatment, and compassionate care, the baby not only went home safely but is now growing and developing normally.
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Help with infant feeding difficulties, sleep patterns and tracking early neonatal jaundice.
Developmental follow-ups, growth tracking and milestone reviews after discharge.
Detailed reviews of blood tests and scans.
Dr. Anup Ithihas has been taking care of our baby since day one, and we couldn’t have asked for a better pediatrician. He is not only highly knowledgeable but also incredibly kind, patient, and compassionate. Whenever we were worried or needed him, he always made sure he was there for us—even at night. That level of dedication and care gave us immense comfort and confidence during some of the most anxious moments as new parents. He takes the time to listen, answers every question with patience, and always explains everything clearly. We have always felt that our baby’s well-being is his top priority. We are truly grateful for the care, support, and reassurance he has given our family. Thank you, doctor, for being such an exceptional pediatrician. We wholeheartedly recommend you to every parent looking for a doctor who genuinely cares about his little patients.
Mariyam Afreena month ago · GoogleWe had a wonderful experience with our baby's pediatrician. The doctor is very patient, kind, and takes the time to listen to all our concerns without rushing. Every question is explained clearly, which gives us confidence and peace of mind as new parents
Rolly Furtadoa month ago · GoogleWe are very grateful to Dr. Anoop Itihas for the excellent care given to our child, Izah Anzish. From 9 months , he has treated every health issue with the best results. He is kind, patient, and explains everything clearly. He is also available on phone and answers calls whenever we need guidance, which gives us great confidence and peace of mind. We highly recommend him to any parent looking for a caring and dedicated pediatrician.
Muhammad Suhaila month ago · GoogleDr. Anup Lithas is very nice pediatrician who genuinely cares about both children and their parents. He is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and takes the time to explain everything clearly, making us feel informed and reassured. He always listens to our concerns, answers every question with kindness, and provides practical guidance without making us feel rushed. What truly stands out is that he is approachable and readily available whenever we need advice or have any concerns. His care and constant support have given us great confidence as new parents. We are truly grateful to have him as our baby's pediatrician and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy doctor.
Rashmi Alvaa month ago · GoogleWe had a wonderful experience with Dr. Anup Itihas. He is an excellent pediatrician who is knowledgeable, caring, and very patient with children. He listened carefully to all our concerns, explained the diagnosis and treatment clearly, and made us feel confident throughout the consultation. His friendly approach helped our child feel comfortable and relaxed. We are truly grateful for his care and professionalism. I highly recommend Dr. Anup Itihas to any parent looking for a trustworthy and compassionate pediatrician.
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