Dr. Layajeeth Shaam
Consultant Physician
Dr. Layajeeth Shaam
MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine)
20 Years of Experience
SPECIALIZATION
- Diabetes Management
- Hypertension
- Dyslipidemia
- Thyroid Disorders
- Lifestyle Diseases
- Fever Evaluation
- Obesity Management
LANGUAGES
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Tamil
REGISTRATION
KMC 74722
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Dr. Layajeeth Shaam
Professional Summary
Dr. Layajeeth Shaam is a compassionate and highly skilled physician with expertise in Internal Medicine, dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centred care. He has a special focus on managing chronic and lifestyle-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, dyslipidaemia, and obesity. Known for his approachable communication style and ability to build trust, Dr. Shaam is committed to empowering patients through thorough education, innovative treatment strategies, and preventive healthcare.
Professional Experience
Associated with the Department of General Medicine, ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR, Bangalore since 2012
Senior Resident, Department of General Medicine, ESIC Medical College and PGIMSR, Bangalore (2009 – 2012).
Clinical Skills
- Compassionate Care: Dedicated to patient education, innovative treatments, and building strong doctor–patient relationships.
- Thorough Medical Knowledge: Expertise in managing complex systemic conditions including diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, obesity, and other lifestyle/metabolic disorders.
- Diagnostic Proficiency: Skilled in interpreting diagnostic tools (Echo, ECG, CT, MRI) and performing differential diagnosis to identify subtle medical issues.
- Evidence-Based Approach: Applies the latest clinical guidelines and research to deliver personalized treatment plans.
- Critical & Emergency Care: Strong background in ICU and Cardiac ICU management, invasive procedures, and emergency medicine.
- Communication & Support: Known for bonding well with patients and families, motivating them, and ensuring they stay informed about disease processes and prognosis.
Research & Academic Contributions
Dissertation: “Vitamin B12 Deficiency in Type 2 Diabetic Subjects on Metformin Vs Metformin with Proton Pump Inhibitors in Tertiary Care Hospital, Mysore”, submitted to RGUHS, Bangalore.
Areas of Interest:
Diabetes and its complications
Hypertension
Thyroid disorders
Obesity and other lifestyle/metabolic disorders
Research Skills: Patient recruitment, informed consent procedures, clinical assessments with standardized rating scales, and use of statistical tools such as SPSS for data analysis.
Additional Contributions
Served as a COVID Warrior at ESIC Hospital, working relentlessly during the pandemic.
Strong advocate for preventive medicine, continuous medical education, and patient awareness.
Education Summary
MD in Internal Medicine (2022 – 2025)
Mysore Medical College and Research Centre, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore.
MBBS (2000 – 2006)
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore.