Dr. Sowmya U
MBBS, MD (General Medicine)
Fellowship in Diabetes & Endocrinology
Consultant Physician & Endocrinologist – Sumukha Speciality Hospital & Sagar Kidney Foundation
Profile Summary
Dr. Sowmya U is a leading Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist with over 18 years of clinical experience in internal medicine, diabetes, and thyroid disorders. She is the Co-Founder of Sumukha Speciality Hospital, Sagara, where she has played a key role in expanding access to quality, evidence-based healthcare in rural communities.
Renowned for her compassionate care and patient-centric approach, Dr. Sowmya focuses on comprehensive diabetes management, preventive endocrinology, and women's hormonal health. Her work integrates clinical excellence with strong community engagement, making her a trusted name in the region.
Educational Background
MBBS
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore
1996 – 2001, Bangalore University
MD (General Medicine)
JJM Medical College, Davangere
2003 – 2006, RGUHS
Fellowship in Diabetes & Endocrinology
Manipal Hospital, Bangalore
2007 – 2008, Manipal University
Professional Experience
Current Roles
Consultant Physician & Endocrinologist – Sumukha Speciality Hospital, Sagara
Consulting Physician – Sagar Kidney Foundation
Medical Officer – Rotary Red Cross Blood Bank, Sagara
Past Roles
Junior Resident – Chinmaya Mission Hospital & Manipal Hospital, Bangalore
Consulting Endocrinologist – Cambridge Nursing Home, Bangalore
Special Interests & Services
Diabetes & Endocrine Disorder Management
Thyroid, Metabolic & Hormonal Disorders
Diabetes Education & Prevention Programs
Women's Hormonal Health & PCOS Management
Obesity & Lifestyle Medicine
Community Health & Rural Outreach Programs
Community Involvement
Arogya Sagara Malike Initiative
As an active member of Rotary Sagara's Arogya Sagara Malike initiative, Dr. Sowmya organizes health camps, screening programs, and awareness drives to encourage early diagnosis and lifestyle modification for chronic illnesses. Her outreach efforts focus on empowering rural populations with practical knowledge for better long-term health outcomes.
Professional Affiliations
Karnataka Medical Council
Registration: 60595
Association of Physicians of India (API)
Life Member
Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI)
Life Member
Indian Thyroid Society
Life Member
American Diabetes Association (ADA)
Member
Research & Publications
Which is more troublesome – Insulin or Needle?
Int J Diab Dev Ctries, 2008
Ectopic Cushing – Searching Primary
Karnataka J Med Sci, 2007
Recurrent Thyroiditis – A New Entity?
Karnataka J Med Sci, 2007
Hungry Bone Syndrome after Thyroid Surgery
Karnataka J Med Sci, 2007
Cerebral Salt Wasting – A Case Series
Karnataka J Med Sci, 2007
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