News Coverage
Dr Sameer Arbat Reappointed as Global President, Media Committee – WABIP
Oct 28, 2025
Dr Sameer Arbat has been reappointed as Global President of the Media Committee for the World Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (WABIP) for the 2024–2026 term, marking his second consecutive term in this prestigious global leadership role.
Wockhardt Team Saves 53-Year-Old Woman with Severe Airway Obstruction
Jun 21, 2025
A 53-year-old woman with a large mediastinal mass causing near-total airway obstruction was successfully treated through rigid bronchoscopy, cryobiopsy, and Y-shaped airway stenting under VV-ECMO at Wockhardt Hospitals, Nagpur.
Dr Sameer Arbat Presents Two Research Papers at ATS 2025, San Francisco
May 27, 2025
Nagpur's Dr Sameer Arbat presented two original research papers at the prestigious American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference 2025 held in San Francisco, USA, in collaboration with Dr Irfan Rahman, Associate Dean, Rochester University, New York.
Dr Sameer Arbat Receives President Appreciation Award at World Congress of Bronchology, Bali
Oct 28, 2024
Dr Sameer Arbat received the President Appreciation Award at the World Congress for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (WCBIP) held in Bali, Indonesia, in recognition of his outstanding contributions as Chair of the WABIP Media Committee.
Dr Sameer Arbat Reappointed Global President of WABIP Media Committee
Oct 24, 2024
Dr Sameer Arbat, Interventional Pulmonologist from Nagpur, was reappointed as Global President of the Media Committee for the World Association for Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology (WABIP) for the 2024–2026 term.
Is Your Child Having Cough & Respiratory Issues? Blame Dusty Roads & Vehicle Polln
Feb 29, 2024
NAGPUR: As viral infections sweep across the region leading to long queues outside paediatricians' clinics. "We all have to learn to live with the fact that till the day you die, you will have cough."
Dr Sameer Arbat Gets 'APSR Assembly Education Award' In Sing .
Nov 28, 2023
Nagpur: Interventional pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat working at One Healthcare, India, has been honoured with esteemed 'APSR Assembly Education Award 2023' during the APSR 2023 Congress held in Singapore from November 16 to 19.
Fish Bone In Throat Removed Without General Anaesthesia
Dec 20, 2022
Nagpur: Accidental ingestion of fish bones is common because these tiny parts can be easily missed while preparing fish dishes or while eating them. One such case was skillfully handled in the city recently.
Nagpur: Docs Wash Woman's Lungs With Saline To Treat A Rare Disease
Nov 11, 2022
NAGPUR: A 65-year-old woman was diagnosed with primary alveolar proteinosis (PAP), a rare lung disorder affecting about 1 person in one lakh people worldwide.
Jowar Seed Stuck in Woman's Lung Airway as Hurda Party Goes Wrong
Aug 3, 2022
Nagpur: A 29-year-old woman suffering from cough, fever, pneumonia was treated after a jowar seed was found lodged in her lung airway.
Breathe 2022 – National Pulmonology Conclave organised in City
May 26, 2022
"Breathe 2022 – National Pulmonology Conclave" was organized by One Healthcare in association with Vidarbha Chest Society. A 1 day academic session and hands-on workshop.
Rare Surgery Helps 22-Year-Old Breathe Easy
Mar 31, 2022
Dr Sameer Arbat, who repaired the windpipe, told TOI that the girl complained of shortness of breath and fall in oxygen levels.
Residents around Bhandewadi are Breathing Polluted Air for 24 hrs Every Day
Mar 15, 2022
"Ambient air pollution may affect diabetes and neurological development in children," said interventional pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat.
Nagpur Power Plants Making Water Toxic: Study
Nov 19, 2021
According to interventional pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat, high molybdenum consumption found in water near Nagpur power plants is a serious health concern.
International Author Dr. Sameer Arbat Has More Than 20 Publications Under His Name
Oct 13, 2021
Dr. Sameer Arbat published more than 20 publications and conducted more than 50 presentations on international platforms at a very young age.
Young Interventional Pulmonologist from Nagpur, Dr. Sameer Arbat, is a Youth Icon
Oct 12, 2021
Dr. Sameer Arbat is the first doctor to have Central India's EBUS and Cryotherapy setup — a successful and hard-working Interventional Pulmonologist.
Xel Research's Global Awards 2020-21 Recognizes Leading Organizations and Professionals
Sep 1, 2021
Dr. Sameer Arbat recognized for Outstanding Global Contribution in COVID-19 Pandemic management at the Xel Research Global Awards 2020-21.
14th Edition Asia-Africa Business and Social Forum: Awards & Business E-Summit
Aug 19, 2021
Dr. Sameer Arbat, Interventional Pulmonologist & Medical Director, was recognized at the Asia-Africa Business Forum alongside other distinguished leaders.
NITian Gadkari Unveils Book "The 2020 QuaranTime" Penned by Chaitali Bangre
Feb 23, 2021
Sanjay Tambe, Dr. Sameer Arbat, Journalist Vinay Pande, Rakesh Pathrabe, Shoeb Meman were among attendees. The book has around 18 chapters.
OF PRIVATE, BY PRIVATE, FOR PUBLIC
Oct 8, 2020
Private hospitals in Nagpur, including those led by Dr Sameer Arbat, stepped up during the COVID-19 pandemic for public health service.
92-yr-old with Renal Failure & Covid Pneumonia Recovers
Sep 25, 2020
Dr Sameer Arbat, who treated the woman at KRIMS Hospital, told TOI that willpower of the patient and expertise of doctors saved her.
Video: Dr. Sameer Arbat on How to Increase Immunity
Aug 27, 2020
Dr Sameer Arbat, Interventional Pulmonologist & Medical Director, KRIMS Group of Hospitals, Nagpur, India speaks on how to increase immunity.
Webinar — Asthma Response Training For School Teachers (Nagpur) With Dr. Sameer Arbat
May 31, 2020
Dr. Sameer Arbat, Interventional Pulmonologist, KRIMS Hospital, Nagpur — Clean Air Champion, Nagpur.
Italian Association Applauds Nagpur's Dr Sameer Arbat Safety Box
Apr 4, 2020
Dr Sameer Arbat is a consultant Interventional Pulmonologist at KRIMS Hospitals, Nagpur, and has been actively involved in creating awareness about COVID safety protocols.
Doctors Coming Up With Innovative Solutions to Deal With Emergencies
Apr 3, 2020
Pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat has designed a safety box for performing difficult bronchoscopy procedures in suspected or confirmed Covid-19 patients.
In 4 Weeks, Faux Lungs Turn Grey in Less Polluted Area
Mar 22, 2020
Pulmonologist from KRIMS Hospital, Dr Sameer Arbat, said "Ramdaspeth is a residential-cum-commercial area that has been regularly showing high pollution levels."
Timely Imaging and Interventions Can Reverse Stroke: Experts
Dec 7, 2019
A session presented by Dr Sameer Arbat, Dr P K Deshpande, Dr Kadamkar, and Dr Rajesh Mundhada on timely intervention in stroke management.
'There is Increased Acceptance to Women Smokers in Society'
Feb 10, 2019
Interventional pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat spoke about rising trends in smoking among women and its health consequences.
Chanda Industrial Area AQI Worse Than Delhi
Nov 14, 2017
"Very high levels of the gas can be toxic and can cause permanent damage," said city pulmonologist Dr Sameer Arbat.
'Inhalers Are Best Therapy for Asthma'
Apr 28, 2017
Dr Sameer Arbat, pulmonologist, said urbanization and pollution were the major causes of asthma, and inhalers are not a last resort but the best option.
