Dr Ravi Tankala

General Paediatrician

FRACP, MRCPCH (UK), DCH (Children's Hospital at Westmead), MBBS

Dr. Ravi Kumar Tankala is a dedicated general paediatrician with extensive experience in caring for children from birth through adolescence. He provides comprehensive medical services that support children’s health, development, behavior, and learning. His areas of expertise include:

  • Developmental disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and learning difficulties

  • Complex medical and neurological conditions, such as cerebral palsy and epilepsy

  • Respiratory and allergic conditions, including asthma and chronic respiratory disorders

  • Neonatal medicine, with specialized care for newborns

  • Paediatric nuclear medicine, supporting advanced diagnostic and treatment approaches

Dr. Tankala believes that children are not simply small adults; their medical needs are unique and require tailored approaches to care. With three years of dedicated experience in neonatology, he has a particular passion for working with newborns. His early compassion and desire to help others inspired him to pursue a career in medicine, with a strong commitment to paediatrics and child health.

Education & Professional Training

Dr. Tankala earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in India before moving to Australia to advance his medical career. He has since obtained:

  • Diploma in Child Health (DCH) – University of Sydney

  • Member of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH) – UK

  • Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP) – Australia

He has gained extensive clinical experience in leading tertiary hospitals across Australia and the UK. His previous roles include positions at:

  • Sydney Children’s Hospital

  • The Royal Children’s Hospital

  • The Prince Charles Hospital

  • Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital

  • Townsville University Hospital

Dr. Tankala also completed specialist training in neonatology and paediatrics through the West Midlands Deanery in Birmingham, UK, refining his expertise before returning to Australia two years ago.

Patient-Centered Approach & Personal Interests

As both a paediatrician and a father, Dr. Tankala has a deep understanding of the concerns parents face and works to create a compassionate, family-centered approach to care. He builds strong connections with his young patients and is committed to ensuring they receive the best possible medical support.

Fluent in English, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi, Dr. Tankala effectively communicates with families from diverse backgrounds. Outside of his medical practice, he enjoys traveling, exploring new places, and spending quality time with his son.